I have used my z off road a lot. I have high sided at speed, I have dropped it on rocky ruts and in many other situations. Every time it's me who has come off worse. Keep your leaver bolts loose so they twist rather than snap or bend and the bike will be fine excepting the odd scratch. There really is no need for large amounts of additional protection in my opinion. That said I have the Yam guards and bash plate. I have seen bikes damaged by the frame put in place to protect them more than once before. All that said, it each to his or her own. However the money saved on not buying a pricey set of bars will cover a large part of a good trip.

Happy biking and good luck with your decision.


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