July Rear Tip-Over Bar Group Buy...

[bygdawg]

Due to an overwhelming amount of PM's and emails, I have decided to throw up another group buy to see if we have enough folks interested to do another production run, as I am currently sold out of all pre-ordered bars and extra sets from the last run. I will need at least 15 orders to do a production run. For those of you that have no idea what I'm talking about, this will help:

http://www.st-owners.com/forums/showthread.php?t=14622

You can find all of the information on the bars at the links above as well as performing a search with the key term being tip-over bar[s]. I won’t accept any money orders via mail and/or Paypal before we have at least 15 folks committed. This should give any new folks a chance to get in on the group buy and any that didn’t make the last run a chance as well. I’ll be happy to answer any questions that you have for me. Thanks again to everyone that participated in the last group buy, and as always I hope you all continue to enjoy the bars. Hopefully, you won’t have to be putting them to use anytime soon, but they’ll be there if and when you ever do need them.

For Pricing: Please scroll to the bottom.


Ride Safe,
bygdawg

Additional bar shots (pardon the pun) including a few with MCL's Peg Lowers for passenger can be found at the following link. Please pay no attention to the Ninja. He just hangs out in my garage from time to time:

http://pics.midsouthspyders.com/listpics.asp?dir=Jay%5Fand%5FJennifer%5CMotorcycle %5CHonda+ST+1300

Some additional shots are mixed in with the Moonshine pictures:
http://pics.midsouthspyders.com/listpics.asp?dir=Jay%5Fand%5FJennifer%5CMotorcycle %5CMoonshine%5F2007%5FPart%5FI

http://pics.midsouthspyders.com/listpics.asp?dir=Jay%5Fand%5FJennifer%5CMotorcycle %5CMoonshine%5F2007%5FPart%5FII

More here: LOOK AT THESE AS THEY ARE THE LATEST DESIGN:
http://pics.midsouthspyders.com/listpics.asp?dir=Jay%5Fand%5FJennifer%5CMotorcycle %5CHonda%5FST%5F1300%5FTip%2DOver%5FBars


More info:
http://www.st-owners.com/forums/showthread.php?t=30808

There's even a little video footage about the bars at the link available in the following thread:
http://www.st-owners.com/forums/showthread.php?t=20891


The bars are made of solid 9/16th inch steel and have four weld points for improved rigidity. They are designed to work in conjunction with the front crash bars to protect the rear bags, trunk, panniers, and more importantly your leg should you tip-over or go down at slow speed. Although, I have had good success with crashes up to 35+ mph with them from others who have been involved in accidents with them on.

A few testimonials from others on the bars:

v65saber:

"bygdawg,

THANKS !!!!!!

I got the bars last on last month. Went to the MTF FLC2C III last weekend and my bad leg got me. Went to put ' ALLIS ' on the center stand and it was off balance the more up I pulled the more over she went OOOPS.

End result nada nil nothing not a mark on the bags, mirrors, no where. THEY WORK !!!!!"

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TMUS2122:

Just for a kick I looked up prices for the cover on a 2006:

BODY, R. *2TN266* (BLACK/MAT BLACK) 001 $442.07

COVER, R. *NHB01* (GRAPHITE BLACK) 001 $379.58

Well worth the cost for these tip over bars, this is for one side only,
total $821.65 to replace body and cover.

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grindz145:

Ive had the tip over bars for about a month now, and low and behold, they have already paid for themselves. When backing down a friends driveway I put my foot right into a hole I didn't see and she went over. No problem at all. I picked it right back up. not a scratch on the mirror or exhaust pipes just a tiny scratch on the tip over bar and stock tip over wing! Now I just got to get him to fix that hole...

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ShinySideUpAZ:

"Just got back from the hospital. On the way home from work a cager left turned in front of me at an intersection. Guy was a complete moron. In was in the intersection when he pulled out. I started braking and scrubbed off some speed when I hit a raised crack in the road. The bump caused the front wheel to lockup and the bike folded under me. I stayed on/with the bike for the twenty feet I slid.

Many thanks to Bygdawg and the tip over bars, they kept the bike from crushing my legs."

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Brighteyesue:

"I have a 32" inseam and a wide Corbin seat and tiptoe it most times. I admit, my BlackBeauty is a heavy beaST to wheel around the garage. Yes I have laid her down, not at speed though. I HIGHLY recommend bygdawgs tipover bars. I hate to say this, but I have used them and more than once too. Not only have they saved my feet/legs, but my saddle bags too."

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86Magna:

http://www.st-owners.com/forums/showthread.php?t=23757

"bygdawg,
Just wanted to thank-you for selling these tip-over wings. I bought a pair about 2 months not expecting to use them so soon. I was riding home yesterday afternoon when I got caught in a freak thunderstorm. I was exiting of the highway on the off ramp and the ST went out from under me. IMHO the tip-over wings at least save my leg and let me separate for my ST as I slid across the off ramp on my butt. I am a firm believer in ATGATT and with that the tip-over wings and most importantly the protection of God I walked away without a scratch or even a bruise. Riding today on my kids CRF 150 I have more bruises. This is my first accident in 21 years and 70,000 miles of riding. If this is the worst than I'll take it. Will keep everyone updated on how insurance checks out. My question is how much does it take to total an ST? Thanks again for the service you provide for those of us who ride ST's

Chris"

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Herleman:

"I was doing about 40 to 45 mph when I had a disagreement with a large dog.

We both lost.

The bars did their job well (well the right side did, the left side was just loafing along in the air)."

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brentster:

"Well I guess it had to happen.. I just wasn't prepared for it to occur only 10 days after I bought the bike.

I came to a stop on a street in Leesburg, VA and when I put my foot down, my right foot just kept on sliding. Turns out there was a bit of anti-freeze on the road and my dang foot magically hit the 6" puddle like some kind of friggin' miracle.

The bike tips to the right and as much as I tried, I just couldn't keep it from tipping over. DANG that monster is heavy!

The bike stalled out and it took a bit of effort to get it upright again.. After a few attempts to start, she fired right up. The engine guard cover and nut under the right side peg got a decent scuff. The right hard bag got nick'd on the bottom a bit, but it's not really noticeable unless you're looking for it. All things considered, I consider myself pretty lucky to have escaped with only minor cosmetic flaws.

Ironically, I had a conversation with my wife about the expense related to bygdawg's tip-over bars before I left the office and she asked me if they were really necessary. I guess now the answer is a resounding 'yes'."

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XWINGER:

"All I can say is that if you have NOT purchased the crash bars offered on this site, DO IT. Can't remember who it was that made them. If someone knows who this is, please post a link. I was making a hard left turn on a BRAND NEW fron tire when it washe out on me. Was going maybe 15 - 20 MPH. NOT A SCRATCH except where there was supposed to be (front crash bar and rear crash bar). It would have cost a heck of a lot more to replace a saddlebag than these rear crash bars cost. Who knows what else would have gotten banged up (top case, seat, etc). Just remember, IT'S NOT IF, IT"S WHEN.

Someone please post link for these crash bars and EVERYONE get a pair.

Thanks"

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2Dogs:

"S.S.,
I installed passenger lowering brackets after the Tip Over bars to give my pillion more room. This worked great. and... The T.O.Bars have saved more than the cost of the bars and the brackets 5X over...
+! bygdawg"

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Machog:

"My tip over bars saved me when I fell stationery, at a gas station, some cat litter been put down to absorb a gas spill, turned into a person spill! Luckily there were plenty of people watching, so my embarassment was complete.

But saved me from buying an expensive right hand saddle bag, money well spent with BIGDAWGS.

I have the passanger & rider foot peg extensions from MCL and there is no interferance for either rider with the tip over bars. But, rider pegs now touch down in the twisties if my toecap doesn't scrape first.

Machog"

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Raven:

"+1 on the BYGDAWG's! I know mine saved me a world of hurt!

My sometime passenger says it's more difficult to pivot one's foot when mounting or dismounting using the peg. However, they've stated they'd rather be slightly inconvenienced than remove the tip-over bar because they feel both safer having them there and safer for me having them there when solo."

"Got creamed by an idiot backing out of their driveway this morning on the way to work. I thought they'd stop at the end of their driveway to check for traffic but they didn't even look. That's what I get for thinking.

Fortunately I'd slowed up but didn't get the opportunity to do much in terms of avoidance except the brakes. ATGATT - that's a no brainer. Scraped my helmet, bit my lip and barked my shins on the fairing (ouch) but otherwise okay. Thank goodness for the rear crashbars/bag protectors b/c they kept the bike off me - I'd of probably broke my leg otherwise! Tore the back bumper cover off the cage and scraped up the right side of the bike as the rear end continued on around.

I'm pretty sure it's totalled. Front forks are crunched and the front wheel is jammed against the front casing. Can't get it to shift into neutral and the rear wheel won't roll with the clutch squeezed. Fuel pump isn't buzzing when you turn the key either. Only 4475 miles!

Thankfully there's another 06 at the dealer and they've pulled it aside for me so once the Raven is totalled I'll be back on the road with Raven2."

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RTETR:

"I've not needed to use them since they've been on but they'd have saved me $400.00 damage back in 2005 when I laid it down gentle in a Calgary parkinglot... right smack on a cement parking curb!"

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l3194ff:

"Well pulling into a parking lot full of people saw a few spaces open and decided to ride threw to back into the spot. Well making the slow right hand turn the bike just went over. Luckily the parking lot full of people was gracious enough to help pick up the bike. Only damage was a scrap to the tip over bar and scrap to the tip over wing. Oh yeah my pride."

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John (STJMG):

Best farkle money spent. Saved me again last week when I leaned over the bike and forgot the kickstand was not down!! Not a mark on the bike!!!

Some day it will happen to you!!!!!!!

Hope you guys don't mind me posting your personal experiences. If you do, just let me know, and I'll happily remove the post. Also, if any of you have information that you want to share or additional information that you want to share about your experiences with the rear tip-over bars, feel free to do so here.

Thanks and Ride Safe,
bygdawg

P.S. Prices are as follows: If paying via paypal: $245 U.S. and $265 Canada
If paying via money order: $240 U.S. and $260 Canada

Note: The additional $5.00 helps cover part of the paypal fees.

Australia: $280, as it cost me around $35 to ship to that area. Europe and other parts of the world will probably be very close to the $280 figure. I have shipped to various parts of Canada, England, and even Singapore and Japan.

If interested, please post to this thread.

[bygdawg]

Note: I will be leaving for WeSToc this weekend and will be on the road for two full weeks. Those that are interested can post to this thread. I'll check it when I get back. If we've got at least 15 folks that are interested, we'll look at getting the funds in and production started.

Ride Safe,
bygdawg

[jbusic]

I want a set of the tip over bars.
Put me on the group buy list.
I am in Southeast Texas.

Jeb

[bygdawg]

Well...That's one. I'm in Southeast NM on WI-FI headed to WeSToc. Only 14 more to go.

Ride Safe,
bygdawg

[TearlessTom]

BYDAWG I installed my yesterday....Great fit and finish. Hope I never have to use them...Just wanted to say thanks...

Tom

[ConeHead]

I'm in. Would love a set of the powder-coated bolts as well, but if I can't, I can't.

Rob

[Timmyg]

Please include me in the group buy for your tip-over bars. I have not participated in a group buy before so please let me know whatever you need from me. Thank you.

[topgun]

BYGDAWG: Put me down for a set in the upcoming run. Looks like a great investment toward keeping the bike nice and shiny!! Let me know when you need the funds. Thanks.


Topgun

[Yogi]

Hey Jay,

We talked at WeSToc. I had the old 1/2 in set. Put me down on this list for a newer set on this July list. BTW saw your bars in action as a rider dropped his bike but I didn't know they came with your service of helping pick the bike up:D

Note: I will be leaving for WeSToc this weekend and will be on the road for two full weeks. Those that are interested can post to this thread. I'll check it when I get back. If we've got at least 15 folks that are interested, we'll look at getting the funds in and production started.

Ride Safe,
bygdawg

[Tenhorse]

I want them, too. Sign me up! And where do we get the lowered passenger footrests?

Thanks

Scott

[krusher79]

Count me In.

It would be a shame to scrath the paint on the Ride!

Mike Kline

[Rajah]

Me too. What do I do next?
New member as of today. Posted thread earlier but don't see it.

Rajah
rodgers2880@aol.com

[gegundez]

These are really nice and excellent quality :bow1: . If anyone wants to see them installed, I currently have photos with my bike for sale on EBAY. The link is http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=330246455457

[slugbug]

I'd like a set too, so count me in!

Thanks,
Brian

[bygdawg]

BYDAWG I installed my yesterday....Great fit and finish. Hope I never have to use them...Just wanted to say thanks...

Tom

Great. Glad to hear it Tom. As well, I hope you don't get to put them to use, but they'll be there if you ever should need them.

Ride Safe,
bygdawg

Hey Jay,

We talked at WeSToc. I had the old 1/2 in set. Put me down on this list for a newer set on this July list. BTW saw your bars in action as a rider dropped his bike but I didn't know they came with your service of helping pick the bike up:D

Will do. Normally they wouldn't, but since I was in the area...:D I do stand behind every set, just not "literally." Sometimes you're just in the right place at the right time. I was happy to see he had no damage, and was glad I could help him get it back up again. It was good meeting you in Taos.

I want them, too. Sign me up! And where do we get the lowered passenger footrests?

Thanks

Scott

You would get those lowering pegs from Motorcycle Larry via www.motorcyclelarry.com Tell him bygdawg sent you over.

Ride Safe,
bygdawg

As I said earlier, we need at least 15 folks to do the run. Here is what we have so far:

1. jbusic
2. conehead
3. Timmg
4. topgun
5. Yogi
6. Tenhorse
7. krusher79
8. Rajah
9. slugbug
10. Barth Bybee

Only 5 more to go to get enough to do a run.

Ride Safe,
bygdawg

[jackhammer50]

Put me down. PM sent.

[bygdawg]

1. jbusic
2. conehead
3. Timmg
4. topgun
5. Yogi
6. Tenhorse
7. krusher79
8. Rajah
9. slugbug
10. Barth Bybee
11. jackhammer50

Only 4 more to go to get enough to do a run. :hotpepper

Ride Safe,
bygdawg

[1953andrejrigol]

The King :bow1: desires a set of your finest Tip Over Bars for his 04' Standard ST-1300 at your earliest opportunity. You shall be well rewarded. I believe his words were "Count me in Baby" .. as it were.
Andy Rigoli
I AM The King
San Diego, Califorina

[bygdawg]

1. jbusic
2. conehead
3. Timmg
4. topgun
5. Yogi
6. Tenhorse
7. krusher79
8. Rajah
9. slugbug
10. Barth Bybee
11. jackhammer50
12. 1953andrejrigol

Only 3 more to go to get enough to do a run. :hotpepper

[Pacificcoaster]

Hey, Bygdog!

My ride before my :07biker: 2007 ST1300A was a 1998 PC-800 "Pacific Coast". That bike came from Mother Honda with rear tip over protection for the trunk built into the design. I kept waiting :banghead: for Honda to bless the ST with the same protection. No such luck.

BUT, now...comes a rider...:woo with superior powers and designs the exact part that Maw Honda neglected!

Put me down for a set, please. Powder-coated bolts if they are available, too.

:bow1: Thank you for taking the guess work out of tip over protection. Honda would probably only charge $240, also...EACH! :badabing:
Best regards,

Gary

[Yogi]

Cool almost there to 15

[atonic]

1. jbusic
2. conehead
3. Timmg
4. topgun
5. Yogi
6. Tenhorse
7. krusher79
8. Rajah
9. slugbug
10. Barth Bybee
11. jackhammer50
12. 1953andrejrigol

Only 3 more to go to get enough to do a run. :hotpepper

Please add me to the list.

[Mario]

Please, add me to the list. I will pay you via Paypal. Give me instructions what i have to do next.

Mario

[Yogi]

Please add me to the list.
you didn't get Pacificoaster in the post 3 or so back and now Mario as well put it at 14:D

[Tom M]

Count me in for a set of the powder coated bars

Thanks
Tom

[Tourin']

What's the deadline to get in on this? May have to wait for another group run.:)

[ConeHead]

WOOHOO!! 15 - Fifteen -


FIF-TEEN!

[Tom Yoder]

Please add me to the list, powder caoted bolts if possible, pay by Paypal...let me know how and when.'

Thanks, Tom Yoder 832-928-1827:04biker:

[Beaster]

I will be needing a set of these.

Beaster

[pbenson]

Hey Jay,

We talked at WeSToc. I had the old 1/2 in set. Put me down on this list for a newer set on this July list. BTW saw your bars in action as a rider dropped his bike but I didn't know they came with your service of helping pick the bike up:D

Tom - That was me - I was going to help Barth find his autocom lead for his helmet and was in a hurry to get going. I parked the bike, thought I put the kickstand down and got off the bike - only to discover that, in my haste, I had not got the kickstand entirely down and as a result, dropped the bike on the left side. Besides being terribly embarrassed at my carelessness, I turned around to start to pick up the bike using the correct procedure. To my surprise, the bike came up easily. I turned around to find that another rider had come to my rescue, to help me pick it up. This other rider said "it sure was a good thing that you had those tip-over bars on the bike - I'm the guy who made them!!"

What are the chances that you drop your bike and not only do the tip-over bars prevent any damage but the guy who made them really was "standing behind his product - you can't get a warranty like that from anyone (else.)

That little mishap allowed me to test the effectiveness of the tip-over bars, and as a bonus, I got to meet Jay and his lovely wife, Jennifer!!! Jay is a really neat guy. It was a very fortuitus meeting and a very happy ending. I have to tell you that I heartily endorse the product.

Believing that if a little is good, more is better - Jay, put me down for another set of the new style 9/16th size bars. Please add me to the group purchase for this next round. That should put you over the 15 person threshold. Thanks

PS - let me know final pricing with shipping and I will get it to you with Paypal.

[topgun]

BYGDAWG: I'm #4 on your list for the new run. I forgot to request the powder coated bolts if they are available. Thanks.
George

[Rajah]

Me to, for bolt if available

[bygdawg]

Hey, Bygdog!

My ride before my :07biker: 2007 ST1300A was a 1998 PC-800 "Pacific Coast". That bike came from Mother Honda with rear tip over protection for the trunk built into the design. I kept waiting :banghead: for Honda to bless the ST with the same protection. No such luck.

BUT, now...comes a rider...:woo with superior powers and designs the exact part that Maw Honda neglected!

Put me down for a set, please. Powder-coated bolts if they are available, too.

:bow1: Thank you for taking the guess work out of tip over protection. Honda would probably only charge $240, also...EACH! :badabing:
Best regards,

Gary

Cool. I too had a PC 800 back in the day. I still have a few pics. of the ol' girl up on my website. It was a great bike, but needed a little more power.

you didn't get Pacificoaster in the post 3 or so back and now Mario as well put it at 14:D

Let me catch my breath. I just got back from New Mexico and turned right around the next day and went on a ride through Alabama and into parts of TN and KY where I have been for the past few days. LOL

What's the deadline to get in on this? May have to wait for another group run.:)

Well...We've reached our number, so I'd need to know something by the end of the week. However, I will probably do a few extra on my own dime that will be available on a first come first serve basis for $255 shipped inside the U.S. So, technically you could get them after the others have shipped, if you're quick enough, but you will pay a bit more.

BYGDAWG: I'm #4 on your list for the new run. I forgot to request the powder coated bolts if they are available. Thanks.
George

I think I'm going to scratch the powder coated bolts, as there have been some issues with them. Stainless looks nice with the black, and you could always paint them once you got them on, if you really wanted to go through the trouble to make them black.


pbenson:

It was great meeting you in Taos. I'm glad I could "literally" stand behind my product. LOL I've added you to the list for the newest model, and I bet you could even sell your old set on ebay for a little $$$.

The list:

1. jbusic
2. conehead
3. Timmg
4. topgun
5. Yogi
6. Tenhorse
7. krusher79
8. Rajah
9. slugbug
10. Barth Bybee
11. jackhammer50
12. 1953andrejrigol
13. Pacificcoaster
14. atonic
15. Mario
16. Tom M
17. Tom Yoder
18. Beaster
19. pbenson

[bygdawg]

IT looks like we have our number and then some. I will set the deadline for this group buy for this Friday the 4th of July at midnight. Anyone wanting a set for the group buy price will need to contact me before that time. After that, only the first come first serve sets will be available for $255.00 shipped inside the U.S. Also, those sets will not ship until all of the group buy sets have shipped in order to keep things fair for all of those that have committed to the group buy. Thanks for all of your support, and I'm sure you'll be very happy with the product, especially if you ever have to use them. In the meantime, I will be contacting the rest of you with Paypal and money order information.

Ride Safe,
bygdawg

[bygdawg]

FYI:

In regards to funds. This is where you guys can help me out. The quicker you guys get the funds in to me, the quicker I can get the steel here and start production. The quicker I start production, the quicker you will get the bars. That being said, if everyone can post funds by the first to middle of this coming week, I should be able to ship around the middle of August. This will include full production time, plus time for the bars to be powder coated and ship time for them to arrive to you. I will start a paid list tomorrow and make note of all members that have paid in full via paypal or via money order in the thread.

FYI #2:

It is VERY IMPORTANT that you include your SCREEN NAME and EXACT MAILING ADDRESS in the notes section of the paypal payment or in with a note with the money order.

If any of you have any questions or concerns don't hesitate to contact me via email or PM.

Thanks to everyone for your participation. Again, I'm sure you'll be very happy with the bars, especially if you ever have to use them.

Ride Safe,
bygdawg

[bygdawg]

Paid List:

1. Timmyg - Paid in full via paypal.
2. krusher79 - Paid in full via paypal.
3. slugbug - Paid in full via paypal.
4. jackhammer50 - Paid in full via paypal.
5. Beaster - Paid in full via paypal.
6. Yogi - Paid in full via paypal.
7. 1953andrejrigol - Paid in full via paypal.

Thanks for the super fast payment fellas.

Ride Safe,
bygdawg

[Pantherdawg]

Would like to get a set also if not too late. PM sent.

[melgrant]

I just purchased an 06 ST1300 and would like a set of the roll over bars.

What do they run?

When are they available?

How do I pay

The powder coated bolts would be good to have also.

How long does it take to install these?

Mel

[bygdawg]

15 to 20 minute install time for most folks. It's a simple bolt on procedure. I hope to ship around mid August, but I may be able to ship earlier. I'm waiting on everyone to get their funds in. If that happens, I'll start production late next week and then they'll have to go to the coaters to be coated before I can ship them.

The powder coated bolts are no longer available. It's stainless only.

Ride Safe,
bygdawg

[bygdawg]

Paid List:

1. Timmyg - Paid in full via paypal.
2. krusher79 - Paid in full via paypal.
3. slugbug - Paid in full via paypal.
4. jackhammer50 - Paid in full via paypal.
5. Beaster - Paid in full via paypal.
6. Yogi - Paid in full via paypal.
7. 1953andrejrigol - Paid in full via paypal.
8. Pantherdawg - Paid in full via paypal.
9. Mario - Paid in full via paypal.
10. Rajah - Paid in full via paypal.
11. pbenson - Paid in full via paypal.
12. Micherc - Paid in full via paypal.
13. Tenhorse - Paid in full via paypal.
14. conehead - Paid in full via paypal.

Thanks for the super fast payment fellas.

Ride Safe,
bygdawg

[rip88]

Add me to the list. I will try to paypal this weekend.

[seymore2]

Please advise what I need to do to place my order for a set for my 07-ST. :bow1:

Thanks Wayne

[woodspirit]

I bought an '08 ST1300 last week and am very interested in a set of your bars. Please let me know if I can get in on the current production run or put my name on the list for the next one. I am in Nova Scotia Canada and will be paying by money order.
Thanks

[bygdawg]

Sorry for the delayed reply fellas, but I took the family to the lake this weekend. We don't have internet service there, and I'm trying to get caught up today. You should have a PM from me today.

Paid List:

1. Timmyg - Paid in full via paypal.
2. krusher79 - Paid in full via paypal.
3. slugbug - Paid in full via paypal.
4. jackhammer50 - Paid in full via paypal.
5. Beaster - Paid in full via paypal.
6. Yogi - Paid in full via paypal.
7. 1953andrejrigol - Paid in full via paypal.
8. Pantherdawg - Paid in full via paypal.
9. Mario - Paid in full via paypal.
10. Rajah - Paid in full via paypal.
11. pbenson - Paid in full via paypal.
12. Micherc - Paid in full via paypal.
13. Tenhorse - Paid in full via paypal.
14. conehead - Paid in full via paypal.
15. Tom Yoder - Paid in full via paypal.
16. atonic - Paid in full via paypal.

Thanks for the super fast payment fellas.

Ride Safe,
bygdawg

[bygdawg]

Update: As it stands, production will begin this week. With that being said, I may be able to ship earlier than expected. I'll update again once production is completed and before the bars head to the powder shop to be coated.

Ride Safe,
bygdawg

[valktoo]

bygdawg,
Is it too late to purchase a set of these? If not, please send payment details so I can send payment. Thanx,
valktoo

[bygdawg]

PM sent.

[bygdawg]

Paid List:

1. Timmyg - Paid in full via paypal.
2. krusher79 - Paid in full via paypal.
3. slugbug - Paid in full via paypal.
4. jackhammer50 - Paid in full via paypal.
5. Beaster - Paid in full via paypal.
6. Yogi - Paid in full via paypal.
7. 1953andrejrigol - Paid in full via paypal.
8. Pantherdawg - Paid in full via paypal.
9. Mario - Paid in full via paypal.
10. Rajah - Paid in full via paypal.
11. pbenson - Paid in full via paypal.
12. Micherc - Paid in full via paypal.
13. Tenhorse - Paid in full via paypal.
14. conehead - Paid in full via paypal.
15. Tom Yoder - Paid in full via paypal.
16. atonic - Paid in full via paypal.
17. melgrant - Paid in full via paypal.
18. woodspirit - Paid in full via paypal.
19. 04ST13 - Paid in full via paypal.
20. rip88 - Paid in full via paypal.
21. louie louie - Paid in full via paypal.
22. valktoo - Paid in full via paypal.

Thanks for the super fast payment fellas.

Ride Safe,
bygdawg

[bygdawg]

Production is under way. I hope to wrap it up by the end of next week. At that time, I'll carry them to the coaters to be coated. The bolts should be arriving any day now. Once I get them back from the coater, I'll get them boxed and on the way to you. FYI

Ride Safe,
bygdawg

[Texasota Pete]

Yo Dawg, I do const. work and just got home from a site with no internet or cell service. Tried to get on your last list in May or so and emailed but must of been too late, and now I see you are in fab. again. Got an '08. Can I get a set my way? I can send a MO asap to ya with proper mailing info. Let me know. Pete

[kc0bid]

Per my PM I will be heading to the bank in about an hour and should have the PP done by 6 PM my time. Looking forward to the bars.

[danyn_canyon]

Hey BygDawg,
Love my tipover bars and get nothing but positive comments. Thankfully, have not put the tip over bars to the test yet--just the mere fact that they are installed keeps me upright! Definitely a premier farkle...I would buy another pair, but where to install the second set??? !!! :04biker:

[bygdawg]

PM sent Pete. Dany...Glad to hear they are working out for you, and that you haven't had to test them out yet. :-)

Update: It appears that I will finalize production this Friday and will get the bars to the powder shop on Monday. If all goes well, I should be able to ship by the end of next week or the first of the following. I'm glad to know that I'm going to be ahead of schedule, but I didn't want to make a promise to anyone that I might not have been able to keep. As it stands though, you should have your bars by the last of July or near the first week in August. Thanks to everyone. As always, I hope you guys never need the bars, but they'll be there for you if you ever should need them.

Paid List:

1. Timmyg - Paid in full via paypal.
2. krusher79 - Paid in full via paypal.
3. slugbug - Paid in full via paypal.
4. jackhammer50 - Paid in full via paypal.
5. Beaster - Paid in full via paypal.
6. Yogi - Paid in full via paypal.
7. 1953andrejrigol - Paid in full via paypal.
8. Pantherdawg - Paid in full via paypal.
9. Mario - Paid in full via paypal.
10. Rajah - Paid in full via paypal.
11. pbenson - Paid in full via paypal.
12. Micherc - Paid in full via paypal.
13. Tenhorse - Paid in full via paypal.
14. conehead - Paid in full via paypal.
15. Tom Yoder - Paid in full via paypal.
16. atonic - Paid in full via paypal.
17. melgrant - Paid in full via paypal.
18. woodspirit - Paid in full via paypal.
19. 04ST13 - Paid in full via paypal.
20. rip88 - Paid in full via paypal.
21. louie louie - Paid in full via paypal.
22. valktoo - Paid in full via paypal.
23. Tom M - Paid in full via money order.
24. Topgun - Paid in full via money order.
25. Barth Bybee - Paid in full via paypal.
26. peddiesd - Paid in full via paypal.
27. bikerboy1951 - Paid in full via paypal.
28. disbemrj - Paid in full via paypal.
29. kc0bid - Paid in full via paypal.

Thanks for the super fast payment fellas.

Ride Safe,
bygdawg

[Ebbob]

I just get my ST this weekend, I love it. I would also like a set of these bars. Please let me know when you need the funds.

Thanks

Dan

[bygdawg]

PM on its way.

Ride Safe,
bygdawg

P.S. I'm off to the coaters tomorrow to get all of the bars powder coated. I hope to ship at the end of the week.

[bygdawg]

Paid List:

1. Timmyg - Paid in full via paypal.
2. krusher79 - Paid in full via paypal.
3. slugbug - Paid in full via paypal.
4. jackhammer50 - Paid in full via paypal.
5. Beaster - Paid in full via paypal.
6. Yogi - Paid in full via paypal.
7. 1953andrejrigol - Paid in full via paypal.
8. Pantherdawg - Paid in full via paypal.
9. Mario - Paid in full via paypal.
10. Rajah - Paid in full via paypal.
11. pbenson - Paid in full via paypal.
12. Micherc - Paid in full via paypal.
13. Tenhorse - Paid in full via paypal.
14. conehead - Paid in full via paypal.
15. Tom Yoder - Paid in full via paypal.
16. atonic - Paid in full via paypal.
17. melgrant - Paid in full via paypal.
18. woodspirit - Paid in full via paypal.
19. 04ST13 - Paid in full via paypal.
20. rip88 - Paid in full via paypal.
21. louie louie - Paid in full via paypal.
22. valktoo - Paid in full via paypal.
23. Tom M - Paid in full via money order.
24. Topgun - Paid in full via money order.
25. Barth Bybee - Paid in full via paypal.
26. peddiesd - Paid in full via paypal.
27. bikerboy1951 - Paid in full via paypal.
28. disbemrj - Paid in full via paypal.
29. kc0bid - Paid in full via paypal.
30. Kevin Varga - Paid in full via paypal.
31. Barry Richardson - Paid in full via paypal.
32. Texasota Pete - Paid in full via money order.

Thanks for the super fast payment fellas.

Ride Safe,
bygdawg

[Antwan]

I'm interested if you still have any left.

[bygdawg]

Antwan,

All sets are pretty much spoken for, and I have about five guys (not counting you) that are wanting a set. If demand it high enough, I might look into another run in August.

Ride Safe,
bygdawg

[Antwan]

Antwan,

All sets are pretty much spoken for, and I have about five guys (not counting you) that are wanting a set. If demand it high enough, I might look into another run in August.

Ride Safe,
bygdawg


That's fine. I'll look for them then. Thanks

[laterob]

Sign me up for the next group buy, also.

[bygdawg]

Update: All is on schedule, and I'm slated to pick up the bars tomorrow barring any problems.

[bygdawg]

OK fellas. I'm completely sold out! I even sold the extras that I made up on my dime. I've had a few folks contact me since I've sold out, and if there's enough interest, I may look at another group buy in August or September. I'll be starting back to work in August, and it's always busy with the students coming back during that month, so we'll have to see how things go. As it stands, I have about five or six folks wanting sets that I can't provide. If we have enough for a run of 15, we'll do another run. As for now, I just plan on getting these shipped out, and we'll see where we go from there.

Paid List:

1. Timmyg - Paid in full via paypal.
2. krusher79 - Paid in full via paypal.
3. slugbug - Paid in full via paypal.
4. jackhammer50 - Paid in full via paypal.
5. Beaster - Paid in full via paypal.
6. Yogi - Paid in full via paypal.
7. 1953andrejrigol - Paid in full via paypal.
8. Pantherdawg - Paid in full via paypal.
9. Mario - Paid in full via paypal.
10. Rajah - Paid in full via paypal.
11. pbenson - Paid in full via paypal.
12. Micherc - Paid in full via paypal.
13. Tenhorse - Paid in full via paypal.
14. conehead - Paid in full via paypal.
15. Tom Yoder - Paid in full via paypal.
16. atonic - Paid in full via paypal.
17. melgrant - Paid in full via paypal.
18. woodspirit - Paid in full via paypal.
19. 04ST13 - Paid in full via paypal.
20. rip88 - Paid in full via paypal.
21. louie louie - Paid in full via paypal.
22. valktoo - Paid in full via paypal.
23. Tom M - Paid in full via money order.
24. Topgun - Paid in full via money order.
25. Barth Bybee - Paid in full via paypal.
26. peddiesd - Paid in full via paypal.
27. bikerboy1951 - Paid in full via paypal.
28. disbemrj - Paid in full via paypal.
29. kc0bid - Paid in full via paypal.
30. Kevin Varga - Paid in full via paypal.
31. Barry Richardson - Paid in full via paypal.
32. Texasota Pete - Paid in full via money order.
33. redtruck_58 - Paid in full via paypal.
34. jimcovington - Paid in full via paypal.

Thanks for the super fast payment fellas.

Ride Safe,
bygdawg

[bygdawg]

Good news: I'm still ahead of schedule.

More Good news: Most of you should have your bars by the end of next week.

Bad news: The bars didn't get finished until the end of the day, and they had to cool. Therefore, I won't be able to pick them up until Monday. I plan to ship no later than Tuesday and possibly late Monday.

Ride Safe,
bygdawg

[rjarman@century]

Please put me down for a set also.

Roger

[twroz]

I'd love a set of those!
Put me on the list.
Thanks,
Thom

[bygdawg]

That'd make about seven. I'm just about ready to ship these out, and I've got more orders coming in. I guess the word is out. You guys do know that I have to go back to work next month, right? LOL Man, how the summer flies. I hope to pick the bars up Monday from the coater and ship on Monday or Tuesday at the latest. So, you guys on the list above should have your bars by the first week in August, well ahead of schedule. :D Look for another group buy to pop up in August to gauge interest to see if we have enough folks to do another production run. I'd need about 15 folks in order to do a run.

Ride Safe,
bygdawg

[quattro87]

I'd be down for a set on the next run. Let me know.

[m4pack]

Count me in for a set of those.

Andy

[heinrichd]

Please sign me up for the next available set and advise regarding when to expect delivery.

I see your reference to PayPal, etc. at the bottom of your first post but seem to have missed just how to direct the funds to you so I can receive the bars in exchange. No one else is asking so I suppose it is obvious ... but, well, I want the bars so please provide a little more instruction for me over here in the slow lane.

[makolit]

Am I too late for this group buy? I'd like a set too. Please provide a mailing address so I can send a money order. Let me know if it will be the $255.00 or some other price.

Looks like a great part. I also viewed the video you indicated. The guy said he went down at about 45 and suffered no damage. Must be very well designed.

Thanks.

[ds3187]

Put me down for a set as well. Since you helped me find my bike I guess it is fitting I return to you LOL.

Sure would be nice to get a set in August before you go back to work but then again patience is not my thing so I will just sit here anxiously.

I should make #12 for the next run if I can count.

Thanks again for the help with the bike and the info, now I really wish I could have met you when I was there.

Paul

["H"]

I am in. Will money order you when it is appropriate. Just let me know.

[bygdawg]

I only build these on order. To keep it from being cost prohibitive, I have to have about 15 orders to do a run. Since I build on demand, I only start once we have 15 or more confirmed and funds received. It usually takes me about four weeks from start to finish because I have to order the steel, order the bolts, wait for it to arrive, cut the steel, weld the steel, finish the steel, prep for powder, carry to the powder coater, pick up from the powder coater, package, and ship. Sometimes I finish faster, but I don't like making promises that I might not be able to keep. Group buy rates apply to all of those that get in before the deadline for the group buy. After that, it's $10.00 extra per set for however many extra sets that I make on my own dime. Those sets are first come first serve and with rising cost of steel, fuel, shipping fees, etc. etc., I normally only do about 6 or 7 extra. I hope this helps clear that up. Now...For those of you in the current group buy:

Your bars have shipped, unless I have contacted you via PM to tell you otherwise. I repeat...If you don't have a PM, your bars went out today. :hat1::hotpepper

Thanks to everyone that participated. As always, I hope you never have to use the bars, but if you ever do need them, they'll be there for you.

Ride Safe,
bygdawg

[Dhr04]

Please put me down for a set in the next "group buy".

Thanks.

[Svl-1300]

Dropped my bike again today! Lucky nothing broke. I should of ordered these before. I'm in, let me know when to send the funds.

Bill

[Gary H]

If you can add me to your waiting list for the next run, I'd appreicate it. Just provide me info on payment / shipping.

Thanks,
Gary

[bygdawg]

Watch for the group buy interest thread in August. By my count, we're already up to 17 folks.

Ride Safe,
bygdawg

[Louie Louie]

I Got a nice package today from the great State of Alabama!...My tipover bars!

Thanks:bow1:

[bygdawg]

Glad to hear it Louie Louie. I've heard from a few others via PM that there's have arrived as well. I also have a few electronic notifications from the USPS saying that others have arrived. Installation should only take about 15 to 20 minutes. If any of you need to confirm which one goes on which side, check the links with pictures on the first page of this thread. Thanks.

Ride Safe,
bygdawg

[Yogi]

Jay, Thanks for the prompt service.. Got my Bars today and got em installed before I ever went into the house. :D They Look great!! I am sure these will serve me for many years to come!

[slugbug]

Thanks Jay,

The tip over bars look very nice! Thanks for the speedy service!

Brian

[disbemrj]

Thanks for the tip over bars. I haven't installed them yet, but they are beautiful.

[bygdawg]

Glad to see they're arriving all over the country. Ride safe fellas.

bygdawg

[kc0bid]

mine came today also already on the bike and they look great. now let's hope I never have to test them.

[bygdawg]

Glad to hear it John. Install was a breeze I'm sure. :-) Maybe you won't get to test them out, but they'll be there if you need to.

Ride Safe,
bygdawg

[topgun]

Bygdawg:
Got the bars yesterday, on the bike by evening. Quality workmanship, easy installation. Thanks for the great service! Hope I never have to put them to use, but if I do I'm sure they'll work just fine!!

Topgun

[Hoosier]

Put me down for a set.

[bygdawg]

Bygdawg:
Got the bars yesterday, on the bike by evening. Quality workmanship, easy installation. Thanks for the great service! Hope I never have to put them to use, but if I do I'm sure they'll work just fine!!

Topgun

Good deal Topgun. Glad to hear the install went smooth. Hope most of the rest of you get them today or tomorrow. I figure you Canada folks may take until next week or so.

Ride Safe,
bygdawg

Hoosier...Look for the August group buy. It appears as if we have enough folks to do a run. Thanks.

[pbenson]

Hey, Jay - got them yesterday. And a fine job of wrapping was done by your wife! I'm sure she is glad to get all those boxes out of the livingroom and into the mail. The new ones are much stouter - look really sharp.

And, as you know, I have already tested the bars and know they are effective!! (And it was nice meeting you when you helped me pick up the bike!!) Great job. Now, I am going to list my old ones on ebay and try to sell them there.

If you don't watch out, you may have to quit teaching and become a metal fabricator full time!!! :bow1:

[Pantherdawg]

Thanks Jay,

Just got them this morning.
That was pretty fast, look great and easy to install..took about 5 mins

[bygdawg]

Hey, Jay - got them yesterday. And a fine job of wrapping was done by your wife! I'm sure she is glad to get all those boxes out of the livingroom and into the mail. The new ones are much stouter - look really sharp.

And, as you know, I have already tested the bars and know they are effective!! (And it was nice meeting you when you helped me pick up the bike!!) Great job. Now, I am going to list my old ones on ebay and try to sell them there.

If you don't watch out, you may have to quit teaching and become a metal fabricator full time!!! :bow1:

Good meeting you as well. We actually did them in her 1st grade classroom in Tupelo this time, as we picked them up in Memphis and wanted to get them out the same day. Maybe we'll catch up with each other out on the road again sometime.

Thanks Jay,

Just got them this morning.
That was pretty fast, look great and easy to install..took about 5 mins

Great. Glad to hear it. That may be a record install time.

Ride Safe,
bygdawg

[disbemrj]

bygdawg, Thanks again for the bars. Installation is so simple even I could understand it. Went on flawlessly and easy. Thanks again.
John

[bygdawg]

Aside from the protection they provide, that's the other big selling point. :D

[jackhammer50]

:eek:Uh Oh...now I am getting worried and I feel a bit left out.
I am right here in NW Florida near the AL border and haven't received mine yet. Hopefully tomorrow.

[bygdawg]

Don't worry. It probably had to go to Memphis, TN before coming to you. The USPS is weird like that sometimes.

[Timmyg]

I received & installed my tip-over bars yesterday. Firstly, thank you bygdawg for making them available and, secondly, the ruggedness and quality of the build is impressive. First-rate experience all around!

[bygdawg]

Good deal. Now go out and eat some lobster to celebrate. You can probably get it for $5.00 a lb. where you are. You can think how rough I have it paying $20.00 a lb. :-( Hope you enjoy the bars. Maybe you won't have to test them anytime. If you do, they'll be there for you though.

Ride Safe,
bygdawg

[Timmyg]

Good deal. Now go out and eat some lobster to celebrate. You can probably get it for $5.00 a lb. where you are. You can think how rough I have it paying $20.00 a lb. :-( Hope you enjoy the bars. Maybe you won't have to test them anytime. If you do, they'll be there for you though.

Ride Safe,
bygdawg

I feel your pain. It's called crustacean frustration. Thanks again.

[Rajah]

I received my bars today in N.C. and I installed them. I am very pleased with the product and the way you do business.

Thanks,
Rajah Rodgers

[bygdawg]

Glad to hear it. Hope you are having fun riding in that beautiful area you're in.

Ride Safe,
bygdawg

[Swat-Doc]

Sign me up for a set for your August or September run. My O7 ST already had a slight fall on a trailer ride home one day. Now I keep tie downs, extensions and handlebar cradle in my saddlebag all the time. Bent the left footpeg and still trying to figure out how I got a paint scrap on the left side of the gas tank near the seat....thanks

[Rebal-Yell]

You can put me down for a set of T.O. Bar's. I am new on the block, Just let me know what you need from me.

Thanx's Donnie

[Oli]

Hello!

I'm interest to buy your bars. The design is great and I saw it on a ST, 2 weeks ago and the look is very nice.

I dont want to use them but the testimonials bellow are very interesting.

I'm in Canada, province of Quebec. Here is my email olesquir@yahoo.ca

Thank you




Due to an overwhelming amount of PM's and emails, I have decided to throw up another group buy to see if we have enough folks interested to do another production run, as I am currently sold out of all pre-ordered bars and extra sets from the last run. I will need at least 15 orders to do a production run. For those of you that have no idea what I'm talking about, this will help:

http://www.st-owners.com/forums/showthread.php?t=14622

You can find all of the information on the bars at the links above as well as performing a search with the key term being tip-over bar[s]. I won’t accept any money orders via mail and/or Paypal before we have at least 15 folks committed. This should give any new folks a chance to get in on the group buy and any that didn’t make the last run a chance as well. I’ll be happy to answer any questions that you have for me. Thanks again to everyone that participated in the last group buy, and as always I hope you all continue to enjoy the bars. Hopefully, you won’t have to be putting them to use anytime soon, but they’ll be there if and when you ever do need them.

For Pricing: Please scroll to the bottom.


Ride Safe,
bygdawg

Additional bar shots (pardon the pun) including a few with MCL's Peg Lowers for passenger can be found at the following link. Please pay no attention to the Ninja. He just hangs out in my garage from time to time:

http://pics.midsouthspyders.com/listpics.asp?dir=Jay%5Fand%5FJennifer%5CMotorcycle %5CHonda+ST+1300

Some additional shots are mixed in with the Moonshine pictures:
http://pics.midsouthspyders.com/listpics.asp?dir=Jay%5Fand%5FJennifer%5CMotorcycle %5CMoonshine%5F2007%5FPart%5FI

http://pics.midsouthspyders.com/listpics.asp?dir=Jay%5Fand%5FJennifer%5CMotorcycle %5CMoonshine%5F2007%5FPart%5FII

More here: LOOK AT THESE AS THEY ARE THE LATEST DESIGN:
http://pics.midsouthspyders.com/listpics.asp?dir=Jay%5Fand%5FJennifer%5CMotorcycle %5CHonda%5FST%5F1300%5FTip%2DOver%5FBars


More info:
http://www.st-owners.com/forums/showthread.php?t=30808

There's even a little video footage about the bars at the link available in the following thread:
http://www.st-owners.com/forums/showthread.php?t=20891


The bars are made of solid 9/16th inch steel and have four weld points for improved rigidity. They are designed to work in conjunction with the front crash bars to protect the rear bags, trunk, panniers, and more importantly your leg should you tip-over or go down at slow speed. Although, I have had good success with crashes up to 35+ mph with them from others who have been involved in accidents with them on.

A few testimonials from others on the bars:

v65saber:

"bygdawg,

THANKS !!!!!!

I got the bars last on last month. Went to the MTF FLC2C III last weekend and my bad leg got me. Went to put ' ALLIS ' on the center stand and it was off balance the more up I pulled the more over she went OOOPS.

End result nada nil nothing not a mark on the bags, mirrors, no where. THEY WORK !!!!!"

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TMUS2122:

Just for a kick I looked up prices for the cover on a 2006:

BODY, R. *2TN266* (BLACK/MAT BLACK) 001 $442.07

COVER, R. *NHB01* (GRAPHITE BLACK) 001 $379.58

Well worth the cost for these tip over bars, this is for one side only,
total $821.65 to replace body and cover.

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grindz145:

Ive had the tip over bars for about a month now, and low and behold, they have already paid for themselves. When backing down a friends driveway I put my foot right into a hole I didn't see and she went over. No problem at all. I picked it right back up. not a scratch on the mirror or exhaust pipes just a tiny scratch on the tip over bar and stock tip over wing! Now I just got to get him to fix that hole...

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ShinySideUpAZ:

"Just got back from the hospital. On the way home from work a cager left turned in front of me at an intersection. Guy was a complete moron. In was in the intersection when he pulled out. I started braking and scrubbed off some speed when I hit a raised crack in the road. The bump caused the front wheel to lockup and the bike folded under me. I stayed on/with the bike for the twenty feet I slid.

Many thanks to Bygdawg and the tip over bars, they kept the bike from crushing my legs."

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Brighteyesue:

"I have a 32" inseam and a wide Corbin seat and tiptoe it most times. I admit, my BlackBeauty is a heavy beaST to wheel around the garage. Yes I have laid her down, not at speed though. I HIGHLY recommend bygdawgs tipover bars. I hate to say this, but I have used them and more than once too. Not only have they saved my feet/legs, but my saddle bags too."

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86Magna:

http://www.st-owners.com/forums/showthread.php?t=23757

"bygdawg,
Just wanted to thank-you for selling these tip-over wings. I bought a pair about 2 months not expecting to use them so soon. I was riding home yesterday afternoon when I got caught in a freak thunderstorm. I was exiting of the highway on the off ramp and the ST went out from under me. IMHO the tip-over wings at least save my leg and let me separate for my ST as I slid across the off ramp on my butt. I am a firm believer in ATGATT and with that the tip-over wings and most importantly the protection of God I walked away without a scratch or even a bruise. Riding today on my kids CRF 150 I have more bruises. This is my first accident in 21 years and 70,000 miles of riding. If this is the worst than I'll take it. Will keep everyone updated on how insurance checks out. My question is how much does it take to total an ST? Thanks again for the service you provide for those of us who ride ST's

Chris"

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Herleman:

"I was doing about 40 to 45 mph when I had a disagreement with a large dog.

We both lost.

The bars did their job well (well the right side did, the left side was just loafing along in the air)."

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brentster:

"Well I guess it had to happen.. I just wasn't prepared for it to occur only 10 days after I bought the bike.

I came to a stop on a street in Leesburg, VA and when I put my foot down, my right foot just kept on sliding. Turns out there was a bit of anti-freeze on the road and my dang foot magically hit the 6" puddle like some kind of friggin' miracle.

The bike tips to the right and as much as I tried, I just couldn't keep it from tipping over. DANG that monster is heavy!

The bike stalled out and it took a bit of effort to get it upright again.. After a few attempts to start, she fired right up. The engine guard cover and nut under the right side peg got a decent scuff. The right hard bag got nick'd on the bottom a bit, but it's not really noticeable unless you're looking for it. All things considered, I consider myself pretty lucky to have escaped with only minor cosmetic flaws.

Ironically, I had a conversation with my wife about the expense related to bygdawg's tip-over bars before I left the office and she asked me if they were really necessary. I guess now the answer is a resounding 'yes'."

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XWINGER:

"All I can say is that if you have NOT purchased the crash bars offered on this site, DO IT. Can't remember who it was that made them. If someone knows who this is, please post a link. I was making a hard left turn on a BRAND NEW fron tire when it washe out on me. Was going maybe 15 - 20 MPH. NOT A SCRATCH except where there was supposed to be (front crash bar and rear crash bar). It would have cost a heck of a lot more to replace a saddlebag than these rear crash bars cost. Who knows what else would have gotten banged up (top case, seat, etc). Just remember, IT'S NOT IF, IT"S WHEN.

Someone please post link for these crash bars and EVERYONE get a pair.

Thanks"

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2Dogs:

"S.S.,
I installed passenger lowering brackets after the Tip Over bars to give my pillion more room. This worked great. and... The T.O.Bars have saved more than the cost of the bars and the brackets 5X over...
+! bygdawg"

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Machog:

"My tip over bars saved me when I fell stationery, at a gas station, some cat litter been put down to absorb a gas spill, turned into a person spill! Luckily there were plenty of people watching, so my embarassment was complete.

But saved me from buying an expensive right hand saddle bag, money well spent with BIGDAWGS.

I have the passanger & rider foot peg extensions from MCL and there is no interferance for either rider with the tip over bars. But, rider pegs now touch down in the twisties if my toecap doesn't scrape first.

Machog"

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Raven:

"+1 on the BYGDAWG's! I know mine saved me a world of hurt!

My sometime passenger says it's more difficult to pivot one's foot when mounting or dismounting using the peg. However, they've stated they'd rather be slightly inconvenienced than remove the tip-over bar because they feel both safer having them there and safer for me having them there when solo."

"Got creamed by an idiot backing out of their driveway this morning on the way to work. I thought they'd stop at the end of their driveway to check for traffic but they didn't even look. That's what I get for thinking.

Fortunately I'd slowed up but didn't get the opportunity to do much in terms of avoidance except the brakes. ATGATT - that's a no brainer. Scraped my helmet, bit my lip and barked my shins on the fairing (ouch) but otherwise okay. Thank goodness for the rear crashbars/bag protectors b/c they kept the bike off me - I'd of probably broke my leg otherwise! Tore the back bumper cover off the cage and scraped up the right side of the bike as the rear end continued on around.

I'm pretty sure it's totalled. Front forks are crunched and the front wheel is jammed against the front casing. Can't get it to shift into neutral and the rear wheel won't roll with the clutch squeezed. Fuel pump isn't buzzing when you turn the key either. Only 4475 miles!

Thankfully there's another 06 at the dealer and they've pulled it aside for me so once the Raven is totalled I'll be back on the road with Raven2."

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RTETR:

"I've not needed to use them since they've been on but they'd have saved me $400.00 damage back in 2005 when I laid it down gentle in a Calgary parkinglot... right smack on a cement parking curb!"

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l3194ff:

"Well pulling into a parking lot full of people saw a few spaces open and decided to ride threw to back into the spot. Well making the slow right hand turn the bike just went over. Luckily the parking lot full of people was gracious enough to help pick up the bike. Only damage was a scrap to the tip over bar and scrap to the tip over wing. Oh yeah my pride."

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John (STJMG):

Best farkle money spent. Saved me again last week when I leaned over the bike and forgot the kickstand was not down!! Not a mark on the bike!!!

Some day it will happen to you!!!!!!!

Hope you guys don't mind me posting your personal experiences. If you do, just let me know, and I'll happily remove the post. Also, if any of you have information that you want to share or additional information that you want to share about your experiences with the rear tip-over bars, feel free to do so here.

Thanks and Ride Safe,
bygdawg

P.S. Prices are as follows: If paying via paypal: $245 U.S. and $265 Canada
If paying via money order: $240 U.S. and $260 Canada

Note: The additional $5.00 helps cover part of the paypal fees.

Australia: $280, as it cost me around $35 to ship to that area. Europe and other parts of the world will probably be very close to the $280 figure. I have shipped to various parts of Canada, England, and even Singapore and Japan.

If interested, please post to this thread.

[DPHammer]

Hey folks,

I would be interested in a set and I don't even have my ST yet!

Before I commit, however, are the mounting holes already present in the frame or do holes need to be drilled?

Has anyone had any problem with the bike skating on the anti-tipover bars and getting into more trouble than the bike would without the bars?

Thanks in advance,

Dave

[crazytalk]

I'm in for a set on the next run. Thanks.

[bygdawg]

You guys check this thread out as it is the current group buy thread:
http://www.st-owners.com/forums/showthread.php?t=46668