The Barkbusters Handguard Mounts for Triumph Tiger 800 & Tiger Explorer XC BHG-059-00-NP is a premium motorcycle-specific handguard hardware kit engineered for riders who demand maximum hand protection, lever safety, touring durability, and precise OEM-level fitment for Triumph adventure motorcycles. Manufactured by Barkbusters, the world-renowned Australian handguard specialist, this mounting kit is purpose-built for selected Triumph Tiger 800 series and Triumph Tiger Explorer / Tiger 1200 Explorer XC models (up to 2017). Official Barkbusters listings identify this as the BHG-059 Hardware Kit – Two Point Mount.
Unlike universal handguard brackets that often require adjustments or compromise strength, the BHG-059-00-NP is designed specifically around Triumph Tiger handlebar geometry, controls, and OEM mounting points. This allows for cleaner installation, improved alignment, proper clutch and brake lever clearance, and dependable performance during daily commuting, long-distance touring, and adventure riding. A motorcycle-specific fitment kit provides much better results than generic clamp systems, especially on large ADV motorcycles with complex cockpit layouts.
The core strength of this product lies in its two-point full-wrap aluminium backbone system. The backbone mounts securely at the handlebar bar-end and again near the inner control area, creating a rigid protective frame around the rider’s hands and controls. This design offers significantly greater protection than decorative plastic-only guards. In the event of parking drops, off-road falls, trail brush strikes, gravel incidents, or minor crashes, the aluminium backbone helps protect brake levers, clutch levers, throttle tubes, and switchgear while also shielding the rider’s hands.
Constructed from heat-treated aluminium, the backbone offers an ideal combination of lightweight handling and impact resistance. Heat treatment improves strength while maintaining lower weight than many steel alternatives. This helps preserve steering feel and rider comfort while still delivering the rugged protection Barkbusters is known for globally.
Another major benefit of this system is modular compatibility. This SKU includes the mount hardware only, allowing riders to select separate Barkbusters plastic shields based on riding conditions and style preferences. Compatible guard options include JET, VPS, STORM, and CARBON series guards (sold separately). Riders can choose STORM for maximum weather protection, VPS for balanced road/adventure use, JET for a slimmer off-road profile, or CARBON for premium styling.
For touring riders, adding compatible Barkbusters shields can help reduce wind blast to the hands, improve comfort during cold weather rides, and reduce fatigue on highways. Off-road and ADV riders also value the added lever protection during rough terrain use. Riders in enthusiast communities often mention Barkbusters as a worthwhile durability upgrade for Triumph Tiger models.
Installation is designed to be straightforward with included hardware and instructions. Official fitting guides note different mounting options depending model year, including Tiger 800 variants and Explorer models. Professional fitting is recommended to ensure correct throttle free-play, cable routing, and torque settings.
Whether you use your Triumph Tiger for city riding, highway touring, or adventure exploration, the Barkbusters BHG-059-00-NP Handguard Mount delivers premium protection, model-specific engineering, and globally trusted quality.
