[uri]

Hello all

The SF radiator locate in a very low position on the bike – so I think using a radiator guard net will be a good idea.

I saw several models on Ebay, some cost risible price and some expansive – but all looks ugly or only o.k, so I need you advise guys

Till now I saw:

Evotech– looks only O.K but cost more than 200$ before shipment

R&G – looks o.k – will cost about 150$ before shipment

Unknown – cost 100$ but it’s not even rounded like the shape of the radiator
LC Radiator Guard Aluminium Alloy All Ducati Streetfighter | eBay

Unknown - And I saw this set on ebay – the price its low, net looks o.k and will look good on black color (not this ugly gold)… but look on the edge of the net – what is that ugly rubber ??
Ducati Streetfighter Radiator Protective Grille | eBay


any suggestion for other manufactures ? (not need to be ebay's)

thanks

 

[volkvin]

Rizoma is another one that carries a rad guard. If you search the attached topics I think there is one that was self made for like 40 bucks including paint/powder coat.

Shift tech carries a COX guard and that is what I give my vote to.

http://shift-tech-carbon.com/onlineshop/product_info.php?products_id=873

 

[IL_MOSTRO]

Cox here. The anodize is gelding up well.



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[Gm sf]

Yeah I thought they were all uneasy on the eye and over priced so made my own

 

[seb5150]

I have the Evotech upper and lower and I'm happy with them.

 

[proheli]

Definitely a good idea. Even if you never have a rock put a hole in your radiator, you will notice the fins right behind the wheel start to bend flat over time.

 

[MPower]

I went with the Rad Guard. Actually think the bike looks better with it too.

Ducati Street Fighter. Top & Bottom Radiator Guards - Rad Guard Store

 

[CHIEFBATLAX]

I've had cox since she was a few months old. Even driving city streets I noticed the bottom fins getting bent. So I thought it was cheep insurance.
Some people don't like the zip ties. But they've held up very well in 4 years and 13k miles. The Zips don't bother me because there a few other places that are zipped from the factory.

Good luck in what ever you get.

 

[Peter65]

Evotech lower radiator guard here. Maybe not the cheapest one, but a quality piece of kit: fits really well, easy to install (and clean) and looks good.

 

[Somatic]

Another vote for RAD GUARD. Had mine on there for two years now. Looks good and works great

 

[wwahl]

Go with Cox. Andy Cox is a great guy.

 

[dennisnyc40]

Yep Rad Guard all the way well built and looks great. A little pricey but well worth it. You will not be disappointed.


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[jcobb78]

Cox

I was pretty iffy on them at first because the Cox folk will ask you to use zip ties to secure it to your SF. I thought thats a bunch of bullshit for 150 ish bucs or whatever it was. Maybe more... They are top quality though and go on well. As long as you're not a puss with the zip ties and secure them on very tightly, you won't even notice the zip ties after a few days. Black zip ties just disappear into the rest of the black on the bike. Besides, zip ties are everywhere on that bike too so whatevs.
I like them. Evotech look good too though.

 

[Donger]

I've had cox since she was a few months old. Even driving city streets I noticed the bottom fins getting bent. So I thought it was cheep insurance.
Some people don't like the zip ties. But they've held up very well in 4 years and 13k miles. The Zips don't bother me because there a few other places that are zipped from the factory.

Good luck in what ever you get.

I use cox, but tied them up with safety wires

 

[MTScott2]

With Evotech they are built beefier than most right?

the expanded metal screen ones will stop the minor rocks from denting the fins.
What level of protection do you want?
I went with Evotech and their stronger mesh...
Watch the, Harbor Freight zip ties. they are useless & break easily.

 

[bosk]

I went with Rad Guard as well. Excellent quality and easy install.

 

[analog_composites]

I installed Cox guards the first weekend after I got the bike and have zero complaints. The "Rad Guard" brand look really nice as well...

 

[Janusamare87]

I went with Evotech. Really high-quality pieces. Got them immediately after purchasing my bike.

 

[blkguyred848]

Also went with Evo Tech. Definitely the best looking out of all the brands I looked at. Now I just got to mount the bottom guard and I'm set lol.

 

[occam22]

cox on mine.

I wasnt particularly happy with them. The fit required some prying and some of the finish came off. I just rattle canned it black again. Not a huge issue. They will do the job but if I need to replace it some day, Ill buy a different brand.