BMW R1200GS R1250GS Headlight Guard Grille with Yellow Lens

BMW R1200GS and R1250GS Headlight Guard with Yellow Lens

One rock kicked up on a gravel road can shatter a BMW GS headlight, and a replacement unit runs well over a thousand dollars. This headlight protector for the BMW R1200GS and R1250GS puts a stainless steel grille and a yellow acrylic lens cover between your headlight and everything the trail throws at it. It is one of the smartest upgrades an adventure rider can bolt on before a long tour or off road trip.

Why GS Riders Choose This Headlight Protector

• Real stone and debris protection: the steel grille guard absorbs impacts from rocks, gravel and road debris so the headlight glass underneath stays intact
• Yellow lens for visibility: the yellow acrylic cover gives your GS a classic rally look and a distinctive light color that helps other drivers spot you sooner in fog, dust and low light
• Simple bolt on install: mounts to the front of the headlight in minutes with basic hand tools, no cutting and no wiring changes
• Built to last: corrosion resistant stainless steel frame with a tough acrylic lens, made for all weather adventure riding
• Two options: choose the complete yellow lens with steel grille, or the yellow replacement lens on its own if you already run the bracket

Fitment

This headlight grille guard fits the following BMW adventure motorcycles:

• BMW R1200GS LC 2014 to 2020
• BMW R1200GS Adventure 2014 to 2020
• BMW R1250GS 2018 to 2020
• BMW R1250GS Adventure 2018 to 2020

Please note: the replacement yellow lens cannot be used alone. It installs onto the headlight bracket, so choose the full grille option if this is your first headlight guard.

Specifications

• Frame material: stainless steel
• Lens material: yellow acrylic
• Finish: silver frame with yellow lens
• Installation: bolt on, no drilling required

Who It Is For

Made for R1200GS and R1250GS owners who actually ride: adventure touring, gravel and forest roads, two up long distance trips, or daily commuting where trucks throw stones on the highway. If you have ever winced at the crack of a rock hitting your front end, this guard is cheap insurance for one of the most expensive parts on your bike.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Will this headlight guard fit my BMW R1250GS Adventure?

Yes. It fits the R1250GS and R1250GS Adventure from 2018 to 2020, plus the R1200GS LC and R1200GS Adventure from 2014 to 2020.

Is the headlight protector hard to install?

No. It bolts onto the front of the headlight with basic hand tools in a few minutes. There is no drilling, cutting or rewiring involved.

Does the yellow lens reduce headlight brightness?

The acrylic lens tints the beam yellow, similar to classic rally and vintage endurance racers. Many riders find the yellow light cuts glare in fog and dust while making the bike more noticeable to oncoming traffic.

What is the guard made of?

The grille frame is stainless steel for impact and corrosion resistance, and the lens cover is tough yellow acrylic.

Can I buy just the yellow lens without the grille?

Yes, there is a replacement lens option. Keep in mind it only installs on the headlight bracket, so it will not work on its own without the guard hardware.

Does it work with the stock LED headlight on the GS?

Yes. The guard mounts over the factory headlight on listed models and does not interfere with the LED unit or daytime running light.