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Engine Protection BarPart Number: 8160735-736 R1200 RT
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With these engine bars, we’ve applied our extensive experience in Engine Protection Bar design and once again hit a home run. This completely new design, developed especially for the R1200 RT, provides outstanding protection in more ways than one. Not only does it protect the valve covers from damage, it also protects the sump. The engine guard securely mounts at six optimally placed mounting points which share the load and protect from serious damage in most tip over situations. Cornering clearance is not compromised and all routine maintenance can be carried out without the need for removal. Installation is easily carried out with basic tools and no cutting or modification of any type is required. The engine protection bar is available in either a chrome finish or powder coated silver. The bar looks great and integrates perfectly with the RT's design.
Check out these facts:
• Even load distribution
• Protects cylinders and fairing
• Protects sump and oil filter
• Strong mounting system
• Removal not required for maintenance
• Precision steel construction
• Cornering clearance not compromised
• Easy to install
• No modifications needed
• Available in silver or chrome
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Please note the following:
These bars are not designed to be compatible with the Original BMW accessory valve cover protectors.
Fits all model year R1200 RT, including the 2010 and later models.
On the chrome version, center support and bottom carrier are silver powdercoat. Only the protruding bars are chrome plated.
Please Note: The video for this product shows a bike that also has the saddlebag protection bars installed.
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This item fits the following BMW bike models:
- R1200RT
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Saved me big bucks! |
| During my first ride after purchasing a new R1200RT this winter I dropped the bike causing about $600 in cosmetic damages to the right side cylinder cover, fairing, pannier and mirror. It also pinned my leg so that I needed the help of some passers-by to get me back upright. During the repairs, I decided to add both the engine protection and rear bars by Wunderlich. I also had the seat lowered an inch, after which my confidence on the bike grew to the point where I considered removing both sets of bars to achieve a more sporty look. -- Until the other day a motorist speeding through an intersection caused me to pull up short and lose balance again, resulting in a 2nd drop. This time I was easily able to get right up and use the Wunderlich-recommended lifting method to raise my bike. When I inspected for damage I could find none - not a mark on the bike, fairing, cylinder head, mirror, pannier or bars. Not even a paint scratch on the bars. Needles to say, those bars are staying right on the bike. |
RT engine Guard |
| Took about 30 minutes to install the engine guard and everything fit perfectly. The Guards are not overly obvious, nor do they distract from the RT's lines. Even someone with extremely limited wrenching ability could install them in 30 minutes. This guard is very nice but I'd like to see them increase the diameter of the horizontal bar to 1" to facilitate a variety of aftermarket pegs instead of a select few. |
Made me swear |
| Look good when installed. A trying time fitting some parts especially the first one. No mention of having to remove a bolt on the left side before inserting the replacement, that made me swear. Had to use quite a bit of force to get every thing to line up. I would love to make the guys that make these fit a few! |
Should have installed a long time ago! |
| After my RT dropped in the driveway, I regret not purchasing these earlier. Fairly simple to install, eventhough the bolts issued for the bottom-most atatching area were a bit too long (I had to buy some s.s.washers. Follow the directions to the letter! I suggest including the torque amounts as a part of each photo section/hardware used. Now, I need to purchase the rear/saddlebag protectors. |
Protection bars look and work great |
| I can't comment on the installation because I had the bars shipped direct to my dealer and installed there. So installation couldn't have been easier! I ordered the silver for my 2012 RT in midnight blue, and the bars match the rest of the bike perfectly! I have both the engine and pannier protection bars and have received lots of compliments on the looks. Plus, unfortunately, I can now report that they work as advertised. I dropped the bike at the gas station of all places, and when I picked it back up, there was not a scratch on it, except on the ends of the protection bars which aren't even noticeable. So I can attest these bars work as advertised and will protect your bike! |
Great protection, good looks install a major PITA. |
| The good: These bars look great on the bike and are very solid once on. The bad: The engine guards were more straight forward to install than the side case protectors. (At least in theory) Directions could have been a little bit better, but you'll figure it out with some trial and error. The biggest issue with these bars is the fit. After reading some of the other reviews it seems they simply will not fit out of the box. I can confirm this. Fitting is required. Be mindful that you don't pull the bike down on top of you while trying to bend and contort these bars to line up bolt holes. Installing these bars on my RT was no big mystery, but getting the proper fit was absolutely ridiculous. Somewhere I was reading that someone had to use a ratchet tie-down strap to bend the piece to fit. Come on Wunderlich. Where's that German precision we all like to see. My advice: If you have money to burn, take these and your RT to the dealership and have them deal with the headache of putting them on. |
Not quite right |
| I have a lot of minor irritations on this one. It took "forever" to get. Several weeks after the order and of course a different shipment from the rest of the stuff. Installation was not easy because the fitment was "just off" enough that I had to make some slight modifications to get it to fit, such as trimming down the bottom support, cleaning up the welds to get it to mate to the engine block, brute force shaping of the side bars to get them to line up, etc. For the money, I expected better. Dont try to install without a good quality mallet. Once installed, I'm satisfied with the look and function. |
bemerman |
| After looking at many engine gards Wunderlich look the best, I call in the order and fews days lather was deliver to my house, After reading the instruction the job was simple done in one hours and all parts fit very well and look good, definely use Wunderlich for all I need for my Bemmer |
Handsome and effective |
| These protection bars are excellent. Installation is simple, but special attention is needed for the last step to ensure proper alignment. Once done, they are solid and look wonderful on the bike. They are a great value and Wunderlinch delivery was quick and accurate. I would highly recommend this product for anyone owning an RT. |
2010 RT |
| Installation was a snap. Installed in about a half an hour. No problems at all. I ordered the chrome version, they look great. I still plan to add teh rear crash bars later. They are pricey, but, well worth the expense. |
Relieved they work |
| Upon parking my new 2012 BMW R1200RT on the street in downtown Phoenix I dismounted, stumbled and pulled the motorcycle over on its right side because the street surface sloped towards the curb. I am pleased and relieved that all the damage was confined to the engine protection bar and the luggage protection bar I installed beforehand. Thank you Wunderlich America. |
Design of crash bars for the 2011 RT |
| I was disappointed with the manufacture of the right side bar. As I was installing the bars I noticed that the left side went together and the final product looks like it will protect the heads without any touching of the bars with the faring parts and the upper connection is good and tight. Unfortunately the same can not be said for the right side. To keep the bars from putting pressure on the lower faring I needed to first install the provided foam pad then I also backed out the top connection which I am not sure is as safe and in case of a fall will push in the rest of the way putting great pressure on the plastic faring. I do not understand why the same design can't be manufactured for the right side as the left. |
Ok |
| Easy to install, it provide good engine protection |
Slight struggle during install was worth it |
| I was alone at home when I had to do this install this weekend, so I can attest that it can be accomplished by one person, although it would have helped if my son was around, to hold a flashlight, hand me tools, hold bars in place, etc. I had to read the instructions and look at the photos a few times to figure out where I was supposed to attach the first piece. On the right side, there is an unused hole where one of the bolts is to go; but on the left side, you need to unscrew an existing bolt and then replace it with a longer bolt supplied with the engine guard. The instructions didn't say anything about this, but it appeared to be the only way. Also, it took a but of trial and error to get the bottom unit on, and lined up with the holes. A bit of patience and some pounding, got it in place and bolted on. Finally, one of the side pieces was difficult to get the holes lined up for the bolts. I was able to get it on, by putting the rear side with the single bolt on first, before the front side with the pair of bolts. Once it was all on and bolted down, it looked great, and felt nice and solid. I hope I don't need to test it, but it definitely gives me a bit more peace of mind. Thanks Wunderlich! |
Good Engine Protection |
| Easy to install, it provide good engine protection. |
Engine Protection Bars, Silver |
| It look's good and it was easy too mount. |
No problem with installation. |
| Installed the engine protection bars on my '09 R1200RT following an accident in which I was rear-ended by a Lincoln. Installation was straight-forward and uneventful. I used blue threadlocker on all fasteners and made sure I had all tools and everything laid out before starting. Took about an hour, and they look great on the bike. Happy to have discovered Wunderlich! |
Nice Bars |
| Bars were easy to install. Good all round protection. They look very nice and are out of the way. Shipping to Canada was very smooth and quick. |
Engine protection bars r1200rt |
| Items were obtained prior to vehicle delivery. I installed them the same day, fortunately, as I got careless pushing the RT off the center stand, and laid it down, not too gently. Only damage was small scratches on the protection bars and a small scrape on the rear of the valve cover. I believe the bag protection bars would have prevented even this if they had been installed. Installation was extremely easy, and accomplished by one person (Me) with the vehicle on the side stand. After my initial experience, I can only say I believe they are well worth the expense. They look good on the bike, and Iliumworks highway pegs look good and work well with the product. |
installation of rear saddlebag and front engine protector bars |
| Just finished installation of the rear saddlebag guards and front engine valve protector bars on my 2009 RT. Bars look great with fit and finish. Instructions are fair at best and will take twice the time figuring them out. I bought the bars to help with the possible tip over which I had the first week of owning the bike. Learn to park the bike in gear and you'll have no problems. I also installed the rear passenger frame covers and with the rear bars there is much cutting of the plastic covers to fit them with the saddlebag protector bars. All in all, great products Wunderlich. |
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