Accessory reference

Motorcycle accessories by bike

Ten accessory groups, priced and ranked by usefulness

Accessories by bike

Accessories by brand

The ten groups, and what they cost

Typical spend for a decent example in USD, with the fitting time a home mechanic should allow.

Crash protection

The cheapest way to stop a parking-lot tip-over becoming a bodywork bill

Typical itemsFrame sliders, Bar-end sliders, Axle sliders, Engine case covers
Typical spend$60 – $320
Fitting60 min
SuitsSport, Naked, Adventure, Touring, Mini

Luggage

Turns a weekend bike into a commuter and a tourer without touching the engine

Typical itemsTop box and rack, Panniers or saddlebags, Tail bag, Tank bag
Typical spend$90 – $1,200
Fitting75 min
SuitsAdventure, Touring, Naked, Cruiser, Scooter

Wind protection

Screen height and angle change motorway comfort more than any other single part

Typical itemsTaller touring screen, Flyscreen, Wind deflectors, Hand guards
Typical spend$50 – $420
Fitting30 min
SuitsSport, Naked, Adventure, Touring, Scooter

Controls and ergonomics

Fixes reach and riding position, the usual reason a bike feels wrong on a long day

Typical itemsAdjustable levers, Bar risers or clip-ons, Heated grips, Rearsets, Foot pegs
Typical spend$40 – $500
Fitting60 min
SuitsSport, Naked, Adventure, Touring, Cruiser, Mini, Dirt

Lighting and visibility

Being seen at dusk is the cheapest safety upgrade on the list

Typical itemsLED auxiliary lights, LED indicators, Integrated tail light, Mirrors
Typical spend$35 – $400
Fitting75 min
SuitsSport, Naked, Adventure, Touring, Cruiser, Scooter, Mini

Styling and finish

The changes riders notice first, and the easiest to reverse before a sale

Typical itemsTail tidy / fender eliminator, Seat cowl, Graphics or decals, Radiator guard
Typical spend$30 – $350
Fitting45 min
SuitsSport, Naked, Cruiser, Mini, Dirt, Scooter

Electronics

Navigation, charging and theft protection for the daily rider

Typical itemsUSB or 12V outlet, Phone mount, Alarm and tracker, Dash cam, Quickshifter
Typical spend$25 – $900
Fitting60 min
SuitsSport, Naked, Adventure, Touring, Cruiser, Scooter

Comfort seating

The first upgrade most riders make once trips pass two hours

Typical itemsGel or touring seat, Seat pad, Backrest, Pillion grab rails
Typical spend$60 – $800
Fitting30 min
SuitsTouring, Cruiser, Adventure, Naked

Performance

Weight, sound and gearing changes you can feel on a standard bike

Typical itemsSlip-on exhaust, Air filter, Sprocket and chain kit, Suspension springs
Typical spend$90 – $1,600
Fitting90 min
SuitsSport, Naked, Adventure, Dirt, Mini

Off-road protection

Trail damage lands on the radiator, sump and levers before anything else

Typical itemsCrash bars, Skid plate, Radiator braces, Fork guards, Rim locks
Typical spend$80 – $700
Fitting120 min
SuitsAdventure, Dirt

If you only buy five things

  • Crash protection, before anything cosmetic
  • A screen or flyscreen matched to your height
  • Adjustable levers if the reach never felt right
  • One luggage option you can leave fitted
  • A USB outlet and a solid phone mount

Accessory questions riders ask

What accessories should I buy first for a new motorcycle?

Crash protection, then a screen matched to your height, then whichever of luggage, levers or a phone mount fixes the way you actually ride. Cosmetic parts last — they are the easiest to reverse before a sale.

How much do motorcycle accessories cost?

Frame sliders run $60 to $320, a screen $50 to $420, luggage $90 to $1,200 depending on whether you fit a tail bag or hard panniers, and electronics from $25 for a USB outlet to $900 for a quickshifter.

Do accessories fit any motorcycle?

Protection, luggage racks, screens and rearsets are model-specific because they bolt to model-specific mounting points. Grips, bar-end sliders, phone mounts and hand guards are usually sized by bar diameter instead.

Will accessories void my warranty?

Bolt-on parts normally do not, but anything that changes fuelling, emissions or ECU mapping can affect the related warranty claim. Keep the original parts so the bike can be returned to standard.

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