2021 Voyager Crash Guard replacement

cwbraun60 · 11-08-2021, 06:41 PM

Hello everyone, I live in Arizona and have removed my lower fairing to allow for increased air flow. I am wondering if the Vaquero bars will fit the Voyager or if there are any after market bars that do not stick out as far..... trying to get rid of the mounting tabs on the original set.

mbarr10 · 11-08-2021, 08:05 PM

Great question, Watching for responses.
Sagebrush out of Canada makes some Good Vaquero engine guard covers if you ever think you need them later on. I do not love mine, but they are very good for what you get. It is a tough job to make them fit the funky shape they need to be for what they charge. Good Product though. I would buy again.

cwbraun60 · 11-08-2021, 08:12 PM

Thanks, will do.

doc · 11-09-2021, 07:20 PM

Running at +40 here in Alberta with the lowers open and have no problem with the heat. Yes it gets warm but the Ivanization seems to do its stuff.
Sorry running 2020 VOYAGER.

The Black Knight · 11-10-2021, 03:59 AM

Thx for the info.

cwbraun60 · 11-10-2021, 11:34 AM

Thanks Doc... Removal of the lowers was also for looks and a change of pace. Getting Ivanized is next on the list. Looking forward to the increased performance.

Thanks for your service.

gv550 · 11-10-2021, 12:37 PM

I ran my Voyager without lowers during the summer, just unbolted the stock crash bars and left the fairing bits on them. Top bolt was difficult to remove but got it with a swivel ratchet wrench 14 mm. I bought Vaquero engine guards and they bolt on directly but do require longer bolts in 3 locations.
This does result in a higher reading on the temperature gauge because the lowers actually direct more air through the radiator but the engine never overheated, same setup as the nomad. Much more airflow on my legs than with just the lowers vents open.

cwbraun60 · 11-11-2021, 11:12 AM

Thanks, that is what I needed to know. Appreciate the extra info on removal of the OEM guards and bolts.

Chris.

The Black Knight · 12-17-2021, 03:48 AM

Thanks again.

11-08-2021, 06:41 PM	#1
cwbraun60 Jr. Member Join Date: Nov 2021 Posts: 4	2021 Voyager Crash Guard replacement Hello everyone, I live in Arizona and have removed my lower fairing to allow for increased air flow. I am wondering if the Vaquero bars will fit the Voyager or if there are any after market bars that do not stick out as far..... trying to get rid of the mounting tabs on the original set. Login or Register to Remove Ads
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11-08-2021, 08:05 PM	#2
mbarr10 Sr. Member Join Date: Oct 2016 Location: Minneapolis Posts: 1,562	Great question, Watching for responses. Sagebrush out of Canada makes some Good Vaquero engine guard covers if you ever think you need them later on. I do not love mine, but they are very good for what you get. It is a tough job to make them fit the funky shape they need to be for what they charge. Good Product though. I would buy again. __________________ Please post back after you have solved any issues 2016 1700 Vaquero 10/4/2016 2007 1500 Classic W/ Reckless Fairing, 42,000 miles 2004 600 Honda Shadow 18,000 miles 1989 500 Honda CX Custom 55,000 miles 1973 400 Kawi Triple 5,000 miles
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11-09-2021, 07:20 PM	#4
doc Jr. Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Lethbridge, Alberta Posts: 42	Running at +40 here in Alberta with the lowers open and have no problem with the heat. Yes it gets warm but the Ivanization seems to do its stuff. Sorry running 2020 VOYAGER. __________________ Lee "Doc" Willoughby Lethbridge, Alberta 3rd Canadian Army Veterans Persuit to Mons VBA#00566 05 Black over Silver Nomad/19 Voyager
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11-10-2021, 03:59 AM	#5
The Black Knight Top Contributor Join Date: Nov 2013 Location: Italy Posts: 6,061	Thx for the info. __________________ VBA 02514 - VROC 35394 VN 800 A - VN 900 Classic VN 1700 Vaquero Usque ad finem. Login or Register to Remove Ads
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11-10-2021, 12:37 PM	#7
gv550 Advanced Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Listowel, Ontario Posts: 642	I ran my Voyager without lowers during the summer, just unbolted the stock crash bars and left the fairing bits on them. Top bolt was difficult to remove but got it with a swivel ratchet wrench 14 mm. I bought Vaquero engine guards and they bolt on directly but do require longer bolts in 3 locations. This does result in a higher reading on the temperature gauge because the lowers actually direct more air through the radiator but the engine never overheated, same setup as the nomad. Much more airflow on my legs than with just the lowers vents open. __________________ Garry 2009 1700 Voyager KACT, sold at 679,465 kms 2011 1700 Nomad Improve handling, suspension and tire life with Garry's Fork Brace. PM for details.
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11-08-2021, 08:12 PM	#3
cwbraun60 Jr. Member Join Date: Nov 2021 Posts: 4	Thanks, will do.
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11-10-2021, 11:34 AM	#6
cwbraun60 Jr. Member Join Date: Nov 2021 Posts: 4	Thanks Doc... Removal of the lowers was also for looks and a change of pace. Getting Ivanized is next on the list. Looking forward to the increased performance. Thanks for your service.
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11-11-2021, 11:12 AM	#8
cwbraun60 Jr. Member Join Date: Nov 2021 Posts: 4	Engine Guards Thanks, that is what I needed to know. Appreciate the extra info on removal of the OEM guards and bolts. Chris.
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12-17-2021, 03:48 AM	#9
The Black Knight Top Contributor Join Date: Nov 2013 Location: Italy Posts: 6,061	Thanks again. __________________ VBA 02514 - VROC 35394 VN 800 A - VN 900 Classic VN 1700 Vaquero Usque ad finem.
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