Which Handguards?

CBX · Oct 31, 2009

I have zero experience with handguards on a sled.

Searched but that didnt turn up anything useful.

Whats the way to go? Mainly want protection from impact, but warmer hands would be bonus.

What brand? have seen Doo, (which look nice?) RSI,Acerbis, Skinz, powermadd.

Mounting? Velco? metal mount? plastic?

wanting something durable that will survive in a roll over on the snow. I saw some plastic mounts in SLC at the expo, and they seemed flimsy. But, I would'nt know if thats good or bad.

Thanks!

tpollon2 · Oct 31, 2009

I have used many different ones with limited success on durability. I have put these ones through riding that others, I would come back at the end of the day with 1 or none. 3 different styles.

http://www.rpmcomposites.com/ski-doo.html

CBX · Oct 31, 2009

which model are you using?

I like the style of the MX guards. Cant tell by the pic, I wonder if they tie back into the handle bar ends?

I like the look of the High coverage ones best, remind me of dumbo ears............

too bad they werent about half the size.

Thanks!

10003514 · Oct 31, 2009

I highly recommend powermadd, have used them on dirt bikes, quads, and snowmobiles with no problems. Their handguards also have many options, check out their website.

http://www.powermadd.com/products/starserieshandguard.html

bluefinger · Oct 31, 2009

I have the sportech hand guards. They have held up nicely to roll overs and nasty tree riding.

snowfreakmn · Oct 31, 2009

I just picked up some carbon ones from straightline performance there very nice and $150 with mounts.

skierh2o · Oct 31, 2009

I have tried almost all of them through the years... and powermad and RSI are the finest most worthwhile. Get a set of billet mounts and they are indestructable!
If you put the oversize extensions on, be sure to use the screws or pop rivet them on as they WILL come off in powder riding and trees!

You'll enjoy having warm hands on the trail home!

sledheadd · Oct 31, 2009

tpollon2 said:
I have used many different ones with limited success on durability. I have put these ones through riding that others, I would come back at the end of the day with 1 or none. 3 different styles.

http://www.rpmcomposites.com/ski-doo.html

Another vote for RPM composites. I have a set that is four years old and they still look new.

rev800151 · Oct 31, 2009

I have a set from RSI, with the metal mounts. No problems all year. RSI also makes a flexable set for people who like to see the botom of their track from time to time

. It happens. http://www.rsiracing.com/

MARCUSO · Oct 31, 2009

Sunline

Sunline revolvers will protect and still not snap off if you roll your sled.

Plus you can fold them down if you have a tight tarp.

Bburrap · Nov 1, 2009

X2

MARCUSO said:
Sunline revolvers will protect and still not snap off if you roll your sled.

Plus you can fold them down if you have a tight tarp.

I use these as well, one more plus to them flipping up...It gives ya a place to hang your helmet when its off!!

They work very well, at blocking the wind which in turn allows me to wear a thinner glove = better grip

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CLsummit · Nov 5, 2009

i use sportech they stand up very well and also are only about eighty dollars a set i think

fassteddie · Nov 6, 2009

sport tech.

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