Crash guards (engine/leg guards) bolt onto existing frame points to shield the engine casing, tank and rider's legs during a fall. They are one of the most popular first upgrades on Indian bikes, especially Royal Enfield Classic/Bullet, Himalayan and commuter models. Legal note: Treated as a protective accessory, not a structural alteration, so it is generally legal under Section 52 of the Motor Vehicles Act, 1988 as it does not change RC particulars. Use guards that mount on existing points; avoid designs that need frame drilling. No RTO approval normally required. Read more
