Loctite for engine protection bars?

[SoAnalytical]

I was just reading the installation instructions for the Triumph engine protection bars for my Tiger 800 XC and noticed the instructions do not state anywhere about using Loctite. Should I use Loctite for mounting the bars? Are there any problems with using Loctite on these bolts?

 

[The Seeker]

I certainly would! I find plain old silicone sealer works as good as if not better for that type of application on a motorcycle.

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[hemibee]

I would use it.


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[devo]

I certainly would! I find plain old silicone sealer works as good as if not better for that type of application on a motorcycle.

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Remember tho,if your using silicone sealer against metal,go with a neutral cure. Acid cure,(smells like vinegar) will corrode your metal.
I have even seen the fumes it gives of when curing to corrode a printed circuit board in a gps head.

 

[DaveM]

Good one Harry and that is correct and something you can very easily overlook

 

[Rocky]

I've only used lock washers or lock nuts on various crash bars over the years and they have never loosened.
A little blue Loctite wouldn't hurt though.

 

[CarlS]

I used Loctite on my crash bars. The bolts had worked loose. You just need to use the correct loctite.