Bullet Proofing our 2024 Husqvarna TE300

We’ve been fans of Bullet Proof Designs products ever since tossing a leg over our first Husky. Their build quality, ease of install, range of products, and clean aesthetic make them our go-to whenever we get our hands on a new or new to us bike.

The list of items below are very similar to the armor we’d suggest adding to any modern offroad and/or dualsport machine you plan to adventure with. Why? Because one of the worst parts about riding on the trails is that at some point you will suffer a mechanical failure. By adding some armor to your bike, you can weed out a plethora of ways your bike can be disabled. Think bent brake rotors, damaged radiators and cracked engine covers, etc.

Our scale of difficulty is based on a 1 to 10. 1 being removing your side covers to change your air filter and ten being pulling the motor and rebuilding your transmission. Spoiler alert, none of this stuff is above a 4 which is a big reason we love recommending Bullet Proof products.

Radiator Braces
Difficulty: 2
Tips & Tricks: We like to do this with the front wheel chocked and the bike on center stand. It’s just easier this way so you don’t have to fight the wheel flopping on you while you are trying to get to the screws toward the inside of the radiators.

Rear Brake Rotor & Caliper Guard
Difficulty: 4
Tips & Tricks: Pay close attention to how you remove the brake caliper from the stock mount. This will come I handy when reassembling. Also, we’ve had issues with removing the brake pin that needs to be transferred from the stock mount to the Bulletproof one. Take your time and make sure to not strip it!

Front Brake Rotor & Caliper Guard / Right Fork Leg Guard
Difficulty: 3
Tips & Tricks: Do the right side fork leg guard while the bike is on the ground with the wheel on. This will save you messing with a bike that may be wobbling on the stand. When you install the rotor & caliper guard, give the axel a look to make sure it’s clean and properly lubed.

L. Side Engine Power Valve Cover & Throttle Body Guard
Difficulty: 2
Tips & Tricks: Try to have a near empty gas tank when doing this to make it way easier during removal and reinstall. When pulling the gas tank, pay close attention to the fuel line routing and make sure you unplug the electrical component before lifting the tank off. Doing this will save you some headaches.

Foot Pegs
Difficulty: 3
Tips & Tricks: The reason this gets a 3 is that we hate removing cotter pins. Even if you are experienced, this can be a frustrating process. When you swap your pegs, we suggest buying the optional “bolt and nut” style pivot pin so you don’t have to deal with that in the future. Our last bit of advice is to be ready to apply downward pressure to the foot peg spring when sliding the pivot pin through. Without a little elbow grease, you will struggle to get the job done.

Here's a quick list of non-Bullet Proof Designs products we also highly recommend.

Handguards

• We prefer the full wrap style as they become mini roll cages for your levers and brake/clutch mastercylinders. Not to mention they are a lot harder to damage if you clip a tree or a boulder.
• If you don’t choose a full wrap handguard, you should probably add some foldable levers to your bike to prevent snapping a clutch or brake lever. ARC makes some pretty good options for a wide variety of machines.

Skidplates

• A lot of bikes come with stock skidplates which work fine. However, we prefer a bit more coverage than most factory versions have to offer. When choosing a skidplate, we like ones that are made of HDPE plastic or some other type of slick material that will allow you to glide over obstacles.

Mousse Tire Inserts

• Never heard of it, that’s okay! A mousse is a foam insert that replaces your inner tube inside your tire. They stay at a consistent pressure and you don’t need to add air to them. Since they are solid foam, they are not affected by punctures and you can’t get a pinch flat with them. Not having to worry about a tube failure or airing up your tires are huge wins in our book! Our preferred version is made by Dunlop.

Exhaust Pipe Guards

• Whether you are riding a 2 or 4 stroke, these can come in handy. Your exhaust pipe is one of the most exposed items on the bike and really easy to get hit when you lay the bike over. While most dents in your pipe won’t stop you from riding, your bike will most likely start running a bit funny and you may notice exhaust fumes coming out of spots it wasn’t before. We love the carbon fiber versions from P3 Racing. They are easy to install and look trick!