Barkbusters

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Overview

Barkbusters is a brand specializing in handguards for motorcycles and expanding into mountain biking. Manufactured by Rideworx Pty Ltd since 1984, it supplies aftermarket and OEM products worldwide, with about 60% of output exported to 30 countries.¹²⁴⁵⁶

History

The Barkbusters brand was first manufactured in Australia in 1984 by Rideworx Pty Ltd.¹²³⁴ It has remained based in Wollongong, south of Sydney, producing handguards for motorcycling protection against crashes, trees, and weather.⁵ The company continues to innovate and manufacture in Australia while expanding into MTB products.²⁶

Product Lines

Product Line	Positioning	Price Range
Jet Handguards (22mm bars)	universal fit for standard handlebars	$89 - $99 USD
Jet Handguards (tapered bars)	fit for popular tapered handlebars	$99 USD
OEM Handguards	custom for motorcycle manufacturers	N/A
MTB Handguards	mountain bike lever protection	N/A

Manufacturing

Products are designed and manufactured in Australia by Rideworx Pty Ltd in Wollongong.¹⁴⁵ Production is in-house by a team of motorcycle enthusiasts committed to high standards.⁴ Barkbusters supplies handguards to OEM customers internationally.⁴

Notable Products

BB.JET01 - Handguards for 22mm (7/8") handlebars, available in multiple colors.
BB.JET02 - Handguards designed for tapered handlebars.
Storm Handguards - Weather and impact protection models for off-road use.

Reputation

Barkbusters is recognized by motorcyclists as a longstanding Australian leader in durable handguards for protection in crashes and weather.¹⁵ Professionals note its OEM supply and worldwide export success.⁴⁵ Expansion into MTB is recent with limited established feedback.²⁶

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