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Burly Brand Brawler Kit – Front & Rear Crash Bars for Harley M8 Softail

Every rider knows the feeling — the moment the bike starts going down and there's nothing you can do about it. Whether it happens at a standstill in a parking lot, during a stunt gone sideways, or just from an unexpected slide, that moment is a lot less expensive when you've got the right crash protection in place. The Burly Brand Brawler Kit puts front and rear crash bars on your 2018-and-up M8 Softail in a package that's built tough enough to actually do the job and looks good enough that you'd want it on there anyway. TIG-welded steel construction, replaceable Delrin sliders, and a clean black powder coat finish — protection that doesn't look like an afterthought.

Key Benefits

  • Front and rear crash bars in one complete kit — full coverage front to back
  • TIG-welded construction for maximum strength at every joint
  • 7-gauge mild steel mounts and gussets — built to absorb impact, not fold under it
  • Replaceable Delrin sliders take the hit so the bars and your bike don't have to — swap the sliders instead of replacing the whole bar
  • Precision knurling doubles the front bar as a highway bar — a practical footrest for long rides
  • Black powder coat finish that holds up to weather and looks intentional on the bike
  • 1/2 inch — 13mm socket head cap screw hardware included
  • Designed specifically for 2018-and-up M8 Softail chassis — not a generic fit

Key Features

TIG-Welded Steel That Means It

A crash bar is only as good as its welds. Burly TIG welds every joint on the Brawler Kit, which produces cleaner, stronger bonds than MIG welding and holds up under the sudden lateral loads that happen when a bike goes down. Paired with 7-gauge mild steel mounts and gussets, this isn't the kind of crash bar that bends on first contact and leaves the bike sitting on a crumpled frame rail — it absorbs impact and stays in shape.

Replaceable Delrin Sliders

The sliders are where the rubber meets the road — literally. When the bike goes down, the Delrin slider makes contact with the ground first and takes the abrasion so the steel bar doesn't get chewed up. When the slider is worn, you replace just the slider, not the whole crash bar. That's a smarter design than fixed bars, and it saves money over the life of the kit for riders who push their bike hard.

Front Bar Doubles as a Highway Bar

The front crash bar isn't just protection — the precision knurling on the tube gives it enough grip to work as a highway bar too. On longer rides, being able to rest your feet on the front bar takes load off your legs and changes your riding position in a way that reduces fatigue. It's a functional detail that makes the kit more useful than a standard crash bar on a daily rider.

Black Powder Coat

The finish is durable, weather-resistant, and clean. It's the kind of black that looks like it belongs on the bike rather than bolted onto it — which is exactly what a well-integrated crash bar should look like. It complements the stock hardware on M8 Softails without drawing attention to itself when you don't want it to.

Technical Specifications

  • Part Number: burB10-3012B / B10-3012B
  • Color / Finish: Black / Powder-Coated
  • Material: Mild Steel
  • Mount Gauge: 7-Gauge
  • Welding: TIG Welded
  • Sliders: Replaceable Delrin
  • Hardware: 1/2" — 13mm Socket Head Cap Screws included
  • Kit Includes: Front crash bar + rear crash bars
  • Application: 2018-and-up Harley-Davidson M8 Softail models
  • Control Compatibility: Mid-controls only — does not fit forward controls

Vehicle Compatibility

Year Make Model
2018–2020 Harley-Davidson FLDE Deluxe 107
2018–2019 Harley-Davidson FLFB Fat Boy 107
2018–2024 Harley-Davidson FLFBS Fat Boy 114
2018–2021 Harley-Davidson FLHC Heritage Classic 107
2018–2024 Harley-Davidson FLHCS Heritage Classic 114
2018–2021 Harley-Davidson FLSB Sport Glide 107
2018–2021 Harley-Davidson FLSL Softail Slim 107
2018–2020 Harley-Davidson FXBB Street Bob 107
2021–2024 Harley-Davidson FXBBS Street Bob 114
2018–2019 Harley-Davidson FXBR Breakout 107
2023–2024 Harley-Davidson FXBR Breakout 117
2018–2020 Harley-Davidson FXBRS Breakout 114
2019–2020 Harley-Davidson FXDRS FXDR 114
2018–2019 Harley-Davidson FXFB Fat Bob 107
2018–2023 Harley-Davidson FXFBS Fat Bob 114
2018–2020 Harley-Davidson FXLR Low Rider 107
2020–2021 Harley-Davidson FXLRS Low Rider S 114
2022–2024 Harley-Davidson FXLRS Low Rider S 117
2022–2024 Harley-Davidson FXLRST Low Rider ST 117
2022 Harley-Davidson FXRST Low Rider El Diablo 117
2020–2024 Harley-Davidson FXST Softail Standard 107

Installation Notes

Read these before ordering:

  • Mid-controls only. This kit does not fit bikes equipped with forward controls — there is no workaround for this.
  • FXBB Street Bob and FXDRS / FXDR 114 models require replacing the OEM exhaust due to interference with the right rear slider.
  • Front spoiler must be removed or replaced with an oil cooler cover to install the front crash bar. The kit will not fit with the front spoiler in place.
  • ABS-equipped models: The ABS brake hoses located in front of the engine may need to be re-routed during front crash bar installation.
  • Exhaust systems extending more than 1/2 inch beyond the front frame down tubes may interfere with front crash bar installation — check your exhaust before ordering.
  • After installation, check all clearances — frame, exhaust, and belt/tire — before riding.

Package Includes

  • 1 x Front Crash Bar — Black Powder-Coated, TIG-Welded Steel with Delrin Sliders
  • 1 x Rear Crash Bar Set — Black Powder-Coated, TIG-Welded Steel with Delrin Sliders
  • 1/2" — 13mm Socket Head Cap Screw mounting hardware
Replacement Delrin sliders are available separately from Burly Brand when worn.

Ideal For

  • M8 Softail riders who push their bike hard and want proper crash protection that holds up when it matters, not just looks good in photos
  • Stunt riders and freestyle enthusiasts on Fat Boys, Street Bobs, Low Riders, and Breakouts who need front and rear coverage for the inevitable slide
  • Everyday Softail riders who want peace of mind at parking lot speeds and the added function of a highway bar on longer rides
  • Builders and customizers looking for a clean, integrated crash bar solution that looks like it belongs on the bike rather than bolted on as an afterthought

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