The BHG-068 is the Barkbusters mounting structure designed around the handlebar geometry of the Yamaha MT-07 from 2013 to 2020 and the MT-07 LA from 2014 to 2020. It is a two-point mounting kit: the aluminum bar anchors to the handlebar end and to a clamp on the straight section, forming a continuous arch around the hand. The bar is black powder-coated.

On a naked bike like the MT-07, handguards are not for branches: they are for parking tip-overs, contact during maneuvering, and low-speed falls. Ordinary situations that cost you a lever and often the switchgear too.

If you have an MT-07, check the year

The MT-07 changes kit twice because the handlebar changes. This is the first check to make.

Key features

• Two-point mounting: the configuration the manufacturer specifies for impact protection. The single-point setup is specified only for wind and weather protection.
• Heat-treated aluminum bar, part number BAR-BV-040, two pieces, right and left.
• Black powder-coated finish: the NP suffix in the code does not indicate the finish.
• Specified tightening torques: 10 Nm for the M6 hardware, 28 Nm for the M8.
• Four compatible plastic options: JET, VPS, STORM and CARBON, interchangeable on the same structure.
• Made in Australia by Rideworx Pty Ltd, which has designed handguards since 1984.

Protection and use

The wraparound structure protects the brake lever, clutch lever and switchgear: it withstands the impact and distributes it through the aluminum instead of leaving it to the lever. The plastics determine the rest: JET stays compact, VPS has a deflector adjustable to two positions, STORM provides more coverage and is the choice for riders who also use their bike in winter, while CARBON is made of carbon fiber.

Materials and construction

Heat-treated, black powder-coated aluminum bar, dedicated clamps, connectors and hardware. The manufacturer does not provide weight and dimensions numerically, and we do not estimate them.

We will not speculate about the handlebar weights. The parts list in the official INS-BHG-068-00-NP instructions lists bars, clamps, connectors and hardware, but does not mention bar-end weights; some overseas retailers state that they are included. We are asking the distributor for confirmation and will update this product page: if this is decisive for you, contact us before ordering.

Compatibility

Barkbusters compatibility applies to motorcycles in original factory configuration. An aftermarket handlebar changes the diameter and thicknesses, so the mounting must be checked before purchase.

Installation

The manufacturer expressly requires installation to be carried out by a qualified technician, as stated in the instructions for this code. This is not generic wording: on a motorcycle without a fairing, with cables routed close to the controls, steering clearance must be checked carefully.

1. Make sure you have a 2013-2020 MT-07 with the original handlebar.
2. Clear the handlebar end of anything fitted as standard.
3. Fit the clamp to the straight section of the handlebar, in front of the controls, without fully tightening it.
4. Attach the aluminum bar to the handlebar end and the clamp connector, then position it. The manufacturer recommends positioning the bar horizontally when viewed from the side.
5. If you have chosen the plastics, fit them, align everything and tighten: 10 Nm on the M6, 28 Nm on the M8, using medium-strength threadlocker.
6. Check the throttle, front brake, clutch and engine stop switch, and make sure the steering turns freely from lock to lock. Recheck the tightening after the first 50 km.

What you will find in the package

• Two heat-treated aluminum bars, black-painted (BAR-BV-040, right and left)
• Right and left clamps and connectors
• Complete hardware: M6 and M8 screws, self-locking nuts
• Installation instructions INS-BHG-068-00-NP

What is NOT included

Protective plastics, to be ordered separately: JET-003, VPS-203, STORM STM-003 or CARBON BCF-003. EGO plastics are not compatible with this structure. Handlebar weights do not appear in the official parts list.

Why choose Barkbusters

Barkbusters is a brand of Rideworx Pty Ltd, an Australian company that has produced handguards since 1984. Born in enduro, it has applied the same approach to road bikes: a structure designed for the specific motorcycle, interchangeable plastics chosen separately, and every component with its own manufacturer part number. You make the major investment once.

Why buy it from Endurrad

At Endurrad, you will find the Barkbusters range with compatibility checked against the manufacturer's official documentation, part by part, and anything the manufacturer does not specify is clearly identified as such instead of being treated as fact. Free shipping in Italy on orders over €100, returns within 14 days, 1-year warranty. Also see all Yamaha accessories.