Honda XR200R Motorcycle Fenders
The fenders on your Honda XR200R motorcycle protect you as the rider and keep your tires from projecting liquids, mud, rocks, sand, and other debris into the air while youre on the road. Fenders frame your motorcycles wheel well and can be used to customize and enhance the appearance of your Honda XR200R. The right motorcycle fenders can also improve your bikes aerodynamic performance for the riding experience youve always wanted.
What purpose do the motorcycle fenders on Honda XR200R serve?While they may not be used by those who only ride their motorcycles under sunny skies and in ideal driving conditions, front fenders and rear fenders are crucial for serious those who use their bike as primary sources of transportation and ride through all sorts of weather conditions and terrains. They protect their riders from flying debris on the road. They also protect the motorcycles themselves and other vehicles by preventing liquids, sand, dirt, rocks, and other debris from flying up.
By protecting your Honda XR200R from the spray of water, which can often contain gasoline and other chemicals, front and rear fenders protect certain parts of the cycle from degradation over time. The motorcycles chain, headsets, and derailleurs (the section of the motorcycle that allows the rider to switch gears) can erode and are susceptible to wear in a short period of time without protection. While any and all of these parts will likely have to be replaced during the life of the motorcycle, the front and rear fenders help these parts last longer.
How do you select the right fender for Honda XR200R?- Compatibility: When considering replacement fenders for your Honda, always first ensure they’re compatible with your particular motorcycle.
- Materials: Replacements are typically made of either steel or similar metal, hard plastic, and aluminum-plastic combinations. Newer Hondas often feature the latter two as they are just as strong as the metal but lighter.
- Size: Most clip-ons will fit most motorcycles. Full-length fenders are typically created to fit specific wheel sizes although the thickness of the tires should also be considered.
- Type: The two types of fenders are full-lengths and clip-on. Full-lengths are usually safest because they cover 180 degrees of each tire, from the top around to the midpoint on either side. Full-lengths can go on either the front or rear and function well on beach cruisers, hybrids, and road bikes. Clip-ons work wonderfully for cycles without fender mounts or for those who want a quick, easy fender replacement that requires no special installation. Because they dont interfere with the suspension system of mountain bikes, they are often a better choice for those cycles. However, because they only cover the top portion, they arent as safe as the full-length fenders.