Do motorcycle lever guards work?
Brake lever guards obviously can keep your race bike from flipping front over (endo) if another rider hits your front brake lever. But they’re not only for the racetrack; protecting you bike’s brake levers on the street can prevent some serious crashes.
What are lever guards for?
Lever guards provide critical protection for the brake and/or clutch lever from accidental activation. Developed to improve safety on the racetrack where racers commonly swap paint and a quick elbow on the front brakes could easily launch a rider into a dangerous front flip.
Are brake lever guards compulsory?
For both Race and Parade Post Classic machines, Brake Lever Guards are compulsory. For Classic machines the fitment is recommended, but optional.
Why do bikes have lever guards?
The product protects and ensures the brakes and clutch levers of your motorcycle during falls or crashes.
Are lever guard any good?
Lever guard Use Usually, if you aren’t racing I wouldn’t bother thinking about it. Its main use is likely to protect levers from breaking. They will prevent the brake lever from being activated if you rub up with another rider mid turn. They’re great if you do a lot of lane splitting.
Do you need a Licence for bike track days?
Do I need a licence? Any motorbike is allowed as long as it is in a track worthy condition. You must hold and take with you on the day, a fully unrestricted motorcycle licence or a current ACU licence and be over 18.
Are motorcycle track days safe?
On the track, you are in a safe, controlled, consistent environment, surrounded by experienced riders and coaches. As a result, you can learn more in one track day than in months or years of street riding, and most importantly, you can do it safely.
What licence do I need for track days?
The driver must have a valid driving licence and you must have it with you on the race day. Even so, many car track days operate a junior race track driving experience. In this case, a valid driving licence is not needed. Note: You must wear a crash helmet and the majority of the events have helmets for hire.
How expensive is a track day motorcycle?
The cost of a track day varies from region to region and from track to track, but you can expect to pay anywhere from $150.00 to over $300.00 per day. This often includes some instruction.
Why do some motorcycles have brake and clutch lever guards?
If the front brake is activated when touching another rider or their motorcycle, the bike may flip over and can cause serious injuries. In this article, we discuss why some motorcycles have brake and clutch lever guards and also if you really need this on your bike that you use on the public road.
Which is the best brake lever guard for MotoGP?
Used in MotoGP and World Superbike, Bonamici brake lever guards are extremely strong, attractive, anodized for durability. They also only weigh 2.78 oz. A thread locking glue or tape is recommended for proper installation. Bonamici front brake-lever guards also help protect your hands in case you do impact something.
When do you need a brake lever guard?
In regards to the race track, you only have to look to MotoGP, where, like many other racing series both national and international, brake and clutch-lever guards are mandatory. If playback doesn’t begin shortly, try restarting your device.
Can a lever guard be fitted to a BMW?
Our R&G Brake Lever Guard kit can be fitted to the brake side and has been specifically designed for the BMW M1000RR ’21- models.