What Is This Part Called?

[wild8900]

Was browsing for information on clipon handlebars and saw this:

I've been looking for that piece with holes in it near the seat. I'd imagine its an engine heat guard or something but I have no idea what to call it in a search.
Where can I find a set of those?

 

[kimble]

I think they are called knee protectors.I had some on my bike when i got it and removed them as i preferred the look of my bike without them.You cover the cost of postage and i'll send you them.

 

[Traumahawk]

Yep....they are called knee guards...or knee protectors.

 

[wild8900]

Thanks guys, I appreciate the quick reply.

I think they are called knee protectors.I had some on my bike when i got it and removed them as i preferred the look of my bike without them.You cover the cost of postage and i'll send you them.

That would be great, I'll shoot you a message and we can work something out.

 

[m-cman]

If shipping from England is too expensive, there are some on eBay right now.

 

[Born2Ride]

Do you guys who use it, feel any difference of heat coming up?

 

[Traumahawk]

Do you guys who use it, feel any difference of heat coming up?

Not really...this is one of the FEW things on the bike strictly for looks.

 

[jethrobolas]

Not really...this is one of the FEW things on the bike strictly for looks.

And the freaking SCOOPS. The most recognizable part of our bikes. I used to find it funny that so many cars have bogus air intakes that lead nowhere and wings/spoilers that would provide no down force even if the p.o.s. could break 100 mph. Now I own a bike that has massive fake intakes. Most people probably have no idea they are purely cosmetic, but still!

 

[Fire-medic]

I think their intended purpose is to prevent your leg/knee area from contacting the hot valve cover.

Not really...this is one of the FEW things on the bike strictly for looks.

 

[redneksoldier]

I think their intended purpose is to prevent your leg/knee area from contacting the hot valve cover.

Bingo! I love mine for that exact reason. Secondly, they give my knees a little extra purchase on the bike when clamping down for some twisty fun.

 

[alorio1]

Bracket to side cover is what these sellers are referring to them as, if this is the same part in question....

http://www.ebay.com/itm/VMAX-V-MAX-VMAX1200-V-MAX1200-VMAX12-V-MAX12-bracket-to-the-side-cover-SILVER-/111058303448?pt=Motorcycles_Parts_Accessories&fits=Model%3AVmax+1200&hash=item19db9739d8&vxp=mtr

http://www.ebay.com/itm/VMAX-V-MAX-...s=Model:Vmax+1200&hash=item19db9739d8&vxp=mtr

http://www.ebay.com/itm/VMAX-V-MAX-...Parts_Accessories&hash=item19dd0df232&vxp=mtr

 

[kimble]

Thanks guys, I appreciate the quick reply.

That would be great, I'll shoot you a message and we can work something out.

Sent you 2 messages but my sentbox showing -0-.
Did you get them?