First V-Strom Crashbars Prototype Completed

Today we completed our first product prototype - crashbars for the Suzuki V-Strom. The crashbars are designed and fabricated to transfer the sheer load to the frame instead of the hardware. They are constructed from 304 stainless steel 7/8” tube and are hand tig welded. A few minor changes and tweaks were identified during the fitting, but overall we were very happy with the end product. Next on the list is the Suzuki skid plate that attaches to the crashbars. Stay tuned!

Thanks for a great party!

We would like to thank everyone who joined us for the AltRider Sneak Preview party at Smarty Pants on September 9th. We’re glad you were there to meet the AltRider team and celebrate the start of AltRider with us.

We had a great turn out, completely filling up the outside patio, and even spilling into the main bar, mixing up with Smarty Pants “Bike Night” crowd. Our coffee table book with designs, sketches and prototypes of future AltRider products made the rounds, as guests enjoyed spirited conversations with new and old friends. The spreads of Smarty Pants’ famous sandwich sliders were a big hit, on par only with the complimentary drink tickets and attentive smiles from our resident umbrella girls. Congratulations to the three raffle winners who took home the very first limited edition AltRider t-shirts!

We have a lot of work ahead of us, as we prepare to launch the AltRider line of products and our website. Stay tuned for more news and updates, and join us at upcoming AltRider events.