Why are the Mic O, Rivco Aero Blades, Kuryakyn Ergo III pegs so expensive?

[Brasco]

Ergo II looks like a bargain at $198.99 but they are chrome and don't suit the aesthetic of my F6B.

Terry, I faced the same dilemma and wanted the Rivco pegs but they were on backorder at the time and are pretty pricey. I was also a bit concerned about damage potential (however unlikely) with a tip over with the pegs extended. I chose to go with the Ergo II and just got them powder coated flat black. Like Steve, I wasn't thrilled about getting pegs that 'hang off' the engine guard given the streamlined look of the B. But now that I have them they look just fine IMHO and work well. Really came in handy on a 4,000 mile seven state tour this August.

[RuneRider66]

Terry! Get the Rivco Aero pegs!!! You will will be satisfied! I have had them on the Rune for 50k miles and its the only mod that I cant do without. Long trips uncomfortable? BS!!
I almost use the pegs as my footpegs period. I bet I used mine on the rune 80 percent of the time. Even in the twisties. They look as if they were made for the bike. Its a nice clean look. They have 3 adjustments and should provide you with great comfort and enjoyment. I love them!

[willtill]

Terry, I faced the same dilemma and wanted the Rivco pegs but they were on backorder at the time and are pretty pricey. I was also a bit concerned about damage potential (however unlikely) with a tip over with the pegs extended. I chose to go with the Ergo II and just got them powder coated flat black. Like Steve, I wasn't thrilled about getting pegs that 'hang off' the engine guard given the streamlined look of the B. But now that I have them they look just fine IMHO and work well. Really came in handy on a 4,000 mile seven state tour this August.

I have the Ergo III's and am concerned about the possible damage to the valve covers as well; if the bike decided to lay on it's side.

I don't think that the clamping force on the engine guards is strong enough to keep them from rotating upward into the valve covers; if they strike the pavement with force.

[53driver]

Terry, I faced the same dilemma and wanted the Rivco pegs but they were on backorder at the time and are pretty pricey. I was also a bit concerned about damage potential (however unlikely) with a tip over with the pegs extended. I chose to go with the Ergo II and just got them powder coated flat black. Like Steve, I wasn't thrilled about getting pegs that 'hang off' the engine guard given the streamlined look of the B. But now that I have them they look just fine IMHO and work well. Really came in handy on a 4,000 mile seven state tour this August.

There are several reports on the GW forums about the a bike getting tipped over with the pegs extended and with the original Aero's installed, there was valve cover damage.
The new pegs are "notched" to keep that from happening.
I have the originals, so I got my muscle memory to close them nearly all the way at speeds below 20 mph as a habit now.
Cheers,
Steve


There! All better!
Thread response...Take 2!

[RickJ]

I did tip over with the old pegs (don't ask!) and suffered no damage to the VC, the good news is I could get the replacement arm in the new config- with the peg to extend) really helps. Oh..on the tip-over, ever hear that little voice that says "maybe you should __________ before you___________ and you ignore it??? well DON'T. Usually I listen...


[edit] I say I had "original" aero, I assumed that the no extended tip for swinging out with foot is "original"]