Crashbar SW-Motech BMW G650 gs 2012

seniordirtdog · 05-30-2012, 08:34 AM

I just bought a 2012 G650GS and I am new to the sport. I want to protect the engine and bodywork and the SW-Moteck looks like it might do both. Does anyone have any experience with the SW-Motech crash bar or have a better one to recommend. Are there any problems with installation of the crash bar and removing the frame bolts?

alter · 05-30-2012, 10:27 AM

I have the SW Motech crash bars on my 2012 G650GS and I'm happy with them. They seem very solid. I haven't dropped the bike yet so can't comment on their effectiveness. A friend installed them for me but basically you have to replace a couple stock bolts. The only issue with it was that if you have a touratech skid plate, you have to move some washers on the skid plate to get both to fit. Here is a pic.

Dirt Diver · 01-25-2013, 07:44 PM

I'd like to see some more pictures of these bars on this particular model. Especially if used in conjunction with lower crash bars as well.

If anyone has the time to post it would be appreciated.

PACK RAT · 02-03-2013, 10:42 AM

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I have had no issues with the Motech crash bars. I cant comment on the install, my mechanic buddy installed them for a case of Miller light..

Handy · 02-03-2013, 12:03 PM

Happy Trails bars work well and I like the look a little better.

05-30-2012, 08:34 AM	#1
seniordirtdog ^OP Adventurer Joined: May 2012 Oddometer: 14	Crashbar SW-Motech BMW G650 gs 2012 I just bought a 2012 G650GS and I am new to the sport. I want to protect the engine and bodywork and the SW-Moteck looks like it might do both. Does anyone have any experience with the SW-Motech crash bar or have a better one to recommend. Are there any problems with installation of the crash bar and removing the frame bolts?

01-25-2013, 07:44 PM	#3
Dirt Diver Dirty Adventurer Joined: Feb 2008 Location: Southern Tasmania Oddometer: 1,057	I'd like to see some more pictures of these bars on this particular model. Especially if used in conjunction with lower crash bars as well. If anyone has the time to post it would be appreciated. __________________ 12 R1200GS Triple Black - Fulfilling my every need! 09 F800GS - Sold 07 GSA Sold and missed. 01 VFR800 Sold and missed. Adventurers like it dirty!

02-03-2013, 10:42 AM	#4
PACK RAT Adventurer Joined: Oct 2012 Location: SOUTHERN CA Oddometer: 35	[/IMG] I have had no issues with the Motech crash bars. I cant comment on the install, my mechanic buddy installed them for a case of Miller light.. __________________ SOUTHERN CA

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05-30-2012, 10:27 AM	#2
alter nub with training wheels Joined: May 2008 Location: Grayslake Oddometer: 45	I have the SW Motech crash bars on my 2012 G650GS and I'm happy with them. They seem very solid. I haven't dropped the bike yet so can't comment on their effectiveness. A friend installed them for me but basically you have to replace a couple stock bolts. The only issue with it was that if you have a touratech skid plate, you have to move some washers on the skid plate to get both to fit. Here is a pic.

02-03-2013, 12:03 PM	#5
Handy Sunburnt Joined: Sep 2011 Location: The great state of Idaho Oddometer: 986	Happy Trails bars work well and I like the look a little better.