Crash Protection - Yamaha OEM Engine Guards & Givi TN2139 Crash Bars | 2019 Yamaha Tracer 900 GT

[@kamkokos]

This video is excellent and has it all, thumbs up. Comparing this video to the official instructions is night and day. 3:18 is the key part. You won't be able to just pull the bolt out, you need to punch it through. If you have a paddock stand, use that instead of the center stand to take pressure off that entire assembly - it'll make your life much easier. 10/10, thanks for the insight into the install.

[@ExiledEZ1]

At 3:09, Super important! Make sure you are prepared with the right tool or rod to push out the long bolt. Otherwise, the bike will drop a few mm and you will not be able to push the bolt back in. I learned the hard way. Only after dropping the bike off the center stand and placing it on the kick stand , the whole re-aligned. I was then able to push the bolt back in.

[@twowheeledunicorn3986]

Thank you for pointing out the long through bolt for installing the left crash bars. Not really addressed AT ALL in the instructions. Saved a huge headache for me!

[@coastacademy-officialclubc3215]

Thanks. I just installed on my bike and used your video for install plus NM info.

[@loucee569]

I'm with you, I like how they sit close to the engine.

[@utubepremium231]

On the right rearset, I’m unable to take the bolt off. Applied some good pressure anti-clockwise but no luck, any tips? Thanks! Installed fine on the left side.

[@GrumpyGoat]

No special tips other than: 1. Make sure that you have the correct size metric socket, 2. Use little or no extension on the socket to minimize bending as you apply the twisting force, and 3. Use a breaker bar if needed. I’ve noticed on this Yamaha (my first) that they apply thread sealant to *everything* and they seem to over torque *everything*, even where a large clamping force is not needed. It is that combination that you need to overcome, and there is usually a nasty cracking sound as the factory bond is broken. Fasteners in general are my chief complaint about this bike so far. Good luck.

[@_thoms_r]

Hi, thanks for the usefull video. But I still have a question, where do you find the tightening torque? How do you know it is 45 and 55 Nm? I don't want to loose any part or destroy my thread.

[@GrumpyGoat]

In cases such as this, where the bolts being removed / installed are holding the engine in place, you want to get the correct torque for the bike, even when fitting accessory bolts. That is because its design expects a certain clamping force to be provided by the bolts. Consequently, you consult the shop manual for the correct torque. These values would have come from my Haynes Manual for the Tracer 900GT.

[@_thoms_r]

@@GrumpyGoat Thank you for the answer, in my shop manual, There is some other instructions and i want to be sure to not loose my engine while driving. I'd like to send my proof but in the youtube commentary zone, it s not possible.

[@GrumpyGoat]

@@_thoms_r You should be able to send me an email if you go my KZbin account > About, I think. My engine hasn’t fallen out yet and I have ridden long distance, commute, etc. If you follow the steps in the video and use the torques I did you will have a similar experience.

[@_thoms_r]

I didnt find any email address in your bio. But I’ll try to cause it’s the lone description I found on this givi product. Not even on their website.

[@GrumpyGoat]

@@_thoms_r ONe of the main reasons I make videos ... to provide information that is not available or not readily apparent. Otherwise its a waste of my time. 🙂 As for the email address ... not sure where you are looking but on the "About" page for my Channel I see an email address "for business purposes" ... not sure if only I am seeing that because I am logged in as me ... If still having problems finding that, send it to [e-mail].

[@brianlangley3934]

Did you put any locktite on the bolts when you put them back on the bike?

[@GrumpyGoat]

TBH I cannot recall. If the instructions call for thread locker or if thread locker was previously used on a bolt then I would apply thread locker on reassembly. I am not one to put thread locker everywhere since it is unnecessary.

[@trido1986]

Hi will it fit mt09 Not sure tracer and mt09 same or different frame

[@GrumpyGoat]

Not sure either. Best to check with the manufacturer’s website and compare the part numbers for the crash bars for each bike.

[@dation0000]

neat. is this compatible with niken gt ?

[@GrumpyGoat]

It is model specific and the application information does not mention that bike.

[@saulruizcr]

Are this works for the Tracer 9 GT 2022? I´m looking for my bike and I couldn´t find it. Thanks.

[@GrumpyGoat]

No this would not work for the 2022 Tracer 9GT which has a different engine, so different geometry and mounting points. I see that Givi does not list any crash bars yet for this model. Other manufacturers offer crash bars, e.g. SW Motech, who I prefer, actually. sw-motech.us/products/protection/crash+bar/4052572208694.htm

[@saulruizcr]

@@GrumpyGoat ok perfect thank you so much for the answer and help

[@scottcui8087]

How's the vibration at high RPM or highway speed? Tolerable?

[@GrumpyGoat]

The vibration at highway RPMs and highway speeds are normal. I suffered no vibration-induced tingling in my hands or feet.

[@scottcui8087]

@@GrumpyGoat had Givi bars on my Vstrom, the vibration on highway was more pronounced. They look great on your Tracer. I'm thinking about ordering one for mine.

[@GrumpyGoat]

@@scottcui8087 You wont regret it. I rode this bike long distance when needed last year and there were / are no issues with vibration.