I use mine extensively on trails through out the year in Spain,France and Morocco (coming up to 60,000kms)
In the way of protection I only have a bash plate,water pump guard and brush guards fitted and have dropped mine a few times with just the odd scrape on the side protectors.
I bought a sump guard ( �30 off ebay) which has plenty of dings in it from rock trails but if I was to buy it again I'd look for one that covers the water pump for sure. The trails here and in Maroc are usually dry with rock and one hit on the water pump side and you're goosed.
The protection I have will tear off the bolts if it gets a big impact and I'd prefer a different one when money is available.
If it were I and you're using the moto for trails I'd skip the crash bars and prioritise with other protection first?
Or go for the crash bars if you've the money.
Just say'in
All the best
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