So... after passing inspection on this bike last year (having just bought it in November), I go to get it inspected this year and get told No Way because I lack a chain guard. I went looking on Bike Bandit for it and I couldn't find it listed. The only thing I saw remotely like it was a piece that was part and parcel with the rear fender (which I also lack). Can anyone link me to a part that I'm looking for, or even provide a pick? I need to get this ASAP as inspection has to be done by the end of May here in Mass. Thanks in advance!!!

 

Where are you at that you need a that to pass inspection?

 

Massachusetts.... Is there any place you can look up state inspection requirements to see if these guys are full of crap?

 

# What do they inspect on my motorcycle?

* VIN Number/Registration/License Plates
* Tire and Wheels/Wheel Bearings
* Axle Clamps/Cotter Pins
* Brake Operation/Condition
* Steering Head Bearings/Stops
* Handlebars/Fork Tubes/Cables
* Frame/Body/Fenders
* Controls/Mirrors/Horn
* Headlights/Headlight Aim
* Turn Signals/4-Way Flashers
* Tail Lamps/Brake Lights/ other Lighting Devices
* Seating/Footrests
* Fuel System/Engine/Battery/Exhaust/Excessive Noise
* Swingarm/Shocks
* Chain/Sprockets/Guard <------------------------------------------------------------------------------
* Windshield/Cowling (if applicable)
* Safety Bars/Luggage Racks
* Sidecar (if applicable)


looks like they do.. thats messed up..

here is the linnk http://www.mass.gov/rmv/faq/inspection.htm

 

I made one out of 1/16th sheet metal.. about 16 inches long.. be imaginative and cover it up... I'll try and take some pics if I can find the memory card for my cam

 

This is a late gaurd



Or have a look here

Ron Ayres

Hope this helps as the early ones i believe had a chain guard and hugger all in one!

 

yup, on my 88 the chain guard and hugger are one

 

I found a salvage yard that has the chain guard + hugger version. The microfiche you're showing is from the 1990 I believe. I was wondering if there's any way that would fit. I guess the real question is ... Can I install the hugger + chain guard version without removing the seat and rear plastics etc. ?? I'd really like a simple solution. I'm tempted to tak a dremmel and trim off the hugger from the chain guard, as long as the plastic is stiff enough to hold itself upright.... Thoughts? Thanks again.

 

Looks to me as though the later Guard which is a 96 btw, would fit on the same mounts as the early huggar, Don't know for sure though?

 

I had no trouble getting my hugger out without removing anything else.. and if you feel like it, sure, dremel it out