Husqvarna Radiator Protection 701 Enduro/SM

The Husky radiator protection bars fit perfectly on my '17 701 Enduro. High quality with quality hardware. They help retain the narrow width of the 701 but add just enough protection to the radiator that you won't get stranded from a knock the radiator. The rubber mounting grommets and collars should keep vibrations to a minimum and help absorb the shock from a tip over. I have R&G frame sliders which have end caps which constantly rattle making think the engine has some internal noise. A little tape fixed that but the rigid design of the R&G frame-sliders with the long, 10mm bolts could possibly create a lot of leverage and bend the frame during a hard, off-road impact. These Husky bars seem like a much better solution for the Enduro.

These are very well constructed and finished and they appear to provide side impact protection to the radiator in the event of a tip-over. The installation instructions and photos could be improved and Id recommend joining the two sides loosely prior to securing them to the frame as there is very little room due to the exhaust pipe.