Andy is 100% right. I also have a Cobra engine guard and they work great. I forgot to put down the sidestand in a parking lot, and down she went. She caught on the engine guard, floorboard structure, and saddlebag rail leaving the bike at a 45% angle. It was very easy to get back up and the only damage was a scratch to the underside of the saddlebag rail that was easily buffed out.

Mike