AltRider Africa Twin 1100 Upper and Lower Crash Bar Install

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Install video of the AltRider Africa Twin 1100 crash bars
0:00 - Intro
0:30 - Installing the Brackets
8:35 - Installing the Lowers
17:55 - Installing the Uppers
25:45 Installing the Reinforcements


Why a 3-Part System?
We designed this system to be modular so that different types of riders could choose their level of protection. Some riders may be headed for a major off-road adventure, where the Full Crash Bar System will provide the most comprehensive solution. Others may not want the entire “roll-cage” type system, opting instead for just the Lower or Upper Bars. Some people may also choose to start with the Lower Crash Bars and add the other pieces over time. Whatever category you fall into, AltRider has a Crash Bar solution for you.

Made from hand-TIG welded stainless steel tubing
3 piece system crash bar system allows for customization and offers maximum protection
Available in black, red, silver, or white
Available with or without an AltRider Headlight Guard
DCT filter removable with crash bars in place
Lower Crash Bars
The 3-part system starts with the Lower Crash Bars. Knowing the engine cases are the most exposed in all tip-overs, we designed these for maximum strength so that these alone will provide substantial protection to the bike's engine and vulnerable castings. The Lower Bars are constructed of 1.25 inch (31.75 mm) diameter stainless steel tube, which is twice as strong as 1 inch (25.4 mm) diameter steel tube while only adding 10% of the weight. This allows for a compact design that will function under impact while not interfering with the rider.

Upper Crash Bars
The 1 inch (25.4 mm) diameter stainless steel Upper Crash Bars add another dimension of protection, providing coverage to the bike's radiator and plastics. Upper Bars are more important on the tall and skinny Africa Twin than on many other bikes, as a simple tip-over could result in substantial damage to these pieces.

Reinforcement Bar
The 1 inch (25.4 mm) diameter stainless steel Reinforcement Bar ties the Lower and Upper Bars together, increasing the strength of the overall system. This design allows for even large impacts to be distributed throughout the entire system, minimizing damage to the bike's engine, frame, and other vital components.

Optional Headlight Guard
New for the CRF1100 Africa Twin we have added the option of including the headlight guard with the crash bars by integrating the headlight guard into the crash bar system. A damaged headlight not only leaves you in the dark, but it can also mean over $1,200 in replacement costs from Honda. Protect your Honda Africa Twin's headlight with the AltRider Headlight Guard and avoid a costly mishap.