[hammer1]

I should get this in a couple of weeks A Bike Thing ‘AMMO GUARD’ Headlight Protection R1200 / R1250 GS/GSA ’13 – ’23 – Preorder – A Bike Thing

 

[bosnjo]

I should get this in a couple of weeks A Bike Thing ‘AMMO GUARD’ Headlight Protection R1200 / R1250 GS/GSA ’13 – ’23 – Preorder – A Bike Thing

I'm still waiting to decide about that one because I saw somewhere the early development of that guard and there was an issue with water/dust/condensation.
Would you please start a new thread when you receive it and keep us updated about your experience?
I'd also love to know if it would stay dry on the inside after washing the bike.

 

[MichaelM]

Steve released a video follow up a few months ago to his original video of last year in which he raised questions about dust and condensation, etc. It seems that the issues have been resolved to his expectations:

 

[hammer1]

I'm still waiting to decide about that one because I saw somewhere the early development of that guard and there was an issue with water/dust/condensation.
Would you please start a new thread when you receive it and keep us updated about your experience?
I'd also love to know if it would stay dry on the inside after washing the bike.

sure

 

[bmwbob51]

I had a headlight that was Lexan cut in the shape of the headlight with 3M tabs made by a airplane cockpit canopy company, but they stop making them.

 

[imjustdave]

Suprised no one make a clear sticky plastic that just sticks on like a cell phone protector. I recall my parents putting some like this on a car way back in the day...

 

[PerazziMx14]

I ended up going wit an Arashi off of Amazon. Fairly inexpensive and fit the lines of the bike nicely. Also not sealed so no water/ condensation issues. I also prefer the pop on/off design for ease of cleaning. Yes easier to steal but it’s not like 4 screws are all that secure either.

 

[stan916]

I'm still waiting to decide about that one because I saw somewhere the early development of that guard and there was an issue with water/dust/condensation.
Would you please start a new thread when you receive it and keep us updated about your experience?
I'd also love to know if it would stay dry on the inside after washing the bike.

Yes it does as long as you don't hold a pressure washer inches away from it!

 

[BillGsa]

I mounted this one from Amazon on my new GSA yesterday. Reasonably priced good quality, it did take a bit of tweaking to get everything lined up properly.
Had it in 2 days.

 

[MotoBlender]

Another supplier is Aeroflow: R1250GS/GSA & R1200GS/GSA HeadLight Cover – AeroFlow, Corp.

I’ve used their products (windscreens, headlight covers) on various bikes over the years, no issues/problems.

 

[Toter]

Z-technic makes a nice, wrap around cover that attaches with velcro dots.

 

[JR543]

Got my A-BikeThing Ammo Guard 7 days into my 21 day trip in July. Installed it after washing the trip bugs off. So far I'm happy with it. Rode to work this week on wet roads, no indication of water intrusion yet. Don't like how much the mirror lens dims the headlight so will likely swap it out with the clear lens.

Installation was easy.

Is it pricey? Yep...but so is a replacement LED headlight.

 

[bosnjo]

Great. I will have to buy one myself. I like it a lot but I'll have to take a hit from customs duties as I live in EU and UK is not part of it anymore.

 

[David Kobra]

Hi all. I'm looking for a headlight guard, leaning for the lonerider one for the looks/practicality of being able to lower the grill.

Do you guys with the LR guard notice any rubbing or marks near the grill area? I've seen a few posts about others causing scratches around the area.

Thank you,

 

[Cboothe]

You should try the puig headlight guardt

 

[Redcard]

I got the Ammo Guard from A Bike Thing. A little rich but I like how clean it installs and looks.

 

[Daedalus]

Do you guys with the LR guard notice any rubbing or marks near the grill area?

I have had the LR headlight guard for more than 2 years on my 2021 GSA and I don't see any rubbing or marks on the plastic fairing. I imagine the people who have reported rubbing marks found them at either the bottom left or right of the metal grill. Looking at my bike the clearance between the grill and the plastic fairing is larger on the left side (as we look) than the right side. It's possible there are slight differences how the brackets are bent resulting from having the grill offset on one side. I think this can be corrected by bending the brackets until the grill is centered or there is enough clearance to prevent rubbing.
You cannot go wrong with the LoneRider. It gives a mean look to an already meany looking GS. The Amo guard seems to be a very nice unit with its more "polished" (Sissie) look.

 

[Gmachine]

I have had the LR headlight guard for more than 2 years on my 2021 GSA and I don't see any rubbing or marks on the plastic fairing. I imagine the people who have reported rubbing marks found them at either the bottom left or right of the metal grill. Looking at my bike the clearance between the grill and the plastic fairing is larger on the left side (as we look) than the right side. It's possible there are slight differences how the brackets are bent resulting from having the grill offset on one side. I think this can be corrected by bending the brackets until the grill is centered or there is enough clearance to prevent rubbing.
You cannot go wrong with the LoneRider. It gives a mean look to an already meany looking GS. The Amo guard seems to be a very nice unit with its more "polished" (Sissie) look.

I'm not sure why people think these colored lens covers are a good idea. Past experience with yellow French headlights on cars convinced me they are not good. The quality of light is diminished a ton by coloring the lights. I chose a Wunderlich with lear lexan cover. It's quite strong and hinges down to clean the headlight easily. Install wasn't difficult. I'm happy with it. I don't know how much they cost now or how they compare with LR. All I can say, is I'm no longer in the market for a "better" one after having this 2 years and a lot of miles. Wunderlich has a mesh screen like the LR as well, but I think they're harder to clean and impair the beam a bit. I rode last night in the dark and was quite happy with the light on my 1250 GSA with the expensive headlight option (pre pandemic bike). If you have this pricey headlight, you really need some sort of good guard. I prefer clear lexan to a screen. Keeps the light cleaner and works well for me.

 

[David Kobra]

I have had the LR headlight guard for more than 2 years on my 2021 GSA and I don't see any rubbing or marks on the plastic fairing. I imagine the people who have reported rubbing marks found them at either the bottom left or right of the metal grill. Looking at my bike the clearance between the grill and the plastic fairing is larger on the left side (as we look) than the right side. It's possible there are slight differences how the brackets are bent resulting from having the grill offset on one side. I think this can be corrected by bending the brackets until the grill is centered or there is enough clearance to prevent rubbing.
You cannot go wrong with the LoneRider. It gives a mean look to an already meany looking GS. The Amo guard seems to be a very nice unit with its more "polished" (Sissie) look.

I have had the LR headlight guard for more than 2 years on my 2021 GSA and I don't see any rubbing or marks on the plastic fairing. I imagine the people who have reported rubbing marks found them at either the bottom left or right of the metal grill. Looking at my bike the clearance between the grill and the plastic fairing is larger on the left side (as we look) than the right side. It's possible there are slight differences how the brackets are bent resulting from having the grill offset on one side. I think this can be corrected by bending the brackets until the grill is centered or there is enough clearance to prevent rubbing.
You cannot go wrong with the LoneRider. It gives a mean look to an already meany looking GS. The Amo guard seems to be a very nice unit with its more "polished" (Sissie) look.

Thank you for your detailed response. I appreciate you taking a look at your unit to alleviate my concern. I agree with your points regarding the LR vs. Ammo guard headlight.
I just want to be able to justify the price tag of this overpriced plastic and metal . I think it is justified

 

[Gmachine]

I took a closer look at the LR guard. It's a bit more money but the extra pieces allow you to change it around to suit your mood. I guess that has value for some. It would for me. Had this been available when I was equipping my 1250 GSA, I might have sprung for it. After living with the Wunderlich, which isn't cheap either, btw, I'm happy with it. Cleans easily, won't break, good light comes through it. I need nothing more from a headlight cover. With the LR, you get both the grill and the lexan, so you can fool with your look a bit. It looks like you must use the grill with the LR, but you can use or not-use the lexan. My cover is just lexan, no grill, and I like it fine. Don't need a grill. The Lexan (polycarbonate) is very strong.