Guardian Bell

Snake · July 28th, 2013, 10:49 AM

Do you have one on your bike and if so how did you get it?

I have one on my bike and it was given to me by a very good friend.

Motofool · July 28th, 2013, 10:54 AM

I didn't know about these until now.

Thanks, Rick !!!

http://www.guardianbell.com/

"Legend has it that Evil Road Spirits have been latching themselves on to motorcycles for as long as there have been bikes on the road. These Evil Road Spirits are responsible for mechanical problems and bad luck along a journey.

Legend goes on to say that by attaching a small bell onto your bike, the Evil Road Spirits will become trapped inside the bell where the constant ringing drives them insane, making them lose their grip until they fall to the ground. (Ever wonder where potholes come from?)

Legend also has it that the mystery of the Guardian™ Bell carries twice as much power when it is purchased by a friend or loved one and given as a gift."

Snake · July 28th, 2013, 11:00 AM

No problem Herman. I figure we can use all the help we can get.

JohnnyBravo · July 28th, 2013, 11:23 AM

I don't have one, always look over them at the shops though. Haha we can def use all the help we can get, all the folks on cellphones, whoopin kids, eatin burgers, why don't we have cars that drive themselves, seems like the vast majority of people are incapable of driving.

Motofool · July 28th, 2013, 11:45 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Snake

No problem Herman. I figure we can use all the help we can get.

Indeed !!!

LittleRedNinjette · July 28th, 2013, 01:22 PM

My boyfriend got one for me and i got him one. They cant hurt!

Snake · July 28th, 2013, 04:13 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by LittleRedNinjette

My boyfriend got one for me and i got him one. They cant hurt!

"Legend also has it that the mystery of the Guardian™ Bell carries twice as much power when it is purchased by a friend or loved one and given as a gift."

LittleRedNinjette · July 28th, 2013, 04:30 PM

Exactly

NevadaWolf · July 28th, 2013, 05:44 PM

My mom and stepdad have one each on their bikes. On the Shadow it was down near the footrest, so when I borrowed the bike I made a game of getting that bell to ring .. A lot! My mom, on the back of the Harley, said she could hear it as I came around corners behind them.

LittleRedNinjette · July 28th, 2013, 05:58 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by NevadaWolf

My mom and stepdad have one each on their bikes. On the Shadow it was down near the footrest, so when I borrowed the bike I made a game of getting that bell to ring .. A lot! My mom, on the back of the Harley, said she could hear it as I came around corners behind them.

fishdip · July 28th, 2013, 06:12 PM

Its best to get one after your palm and voodoo card reading also.

fishdip · July 28th, 2013, 06:17 PM

Extra power if she gives it to you
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oxopPDMq7rs

Snake · July 28th, 2013, 06:18 PM

It's a tradition that bikers have been doing for many years.

ninjamunky85 · July 28th, 2013, 06:19 PM

You forgot the third option.

They are only for Harley riders who don't wear any gear, and prefer superstition to keep them safe. You ever seen anyone at the track with a stupid bell hangin from their bike?

I'd rather have a set of truck nuts on my bike, that would be kick ass.

LittleRedNinjette · July 28th, 2013, 06:21 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Snake

It's a tradition that bikers have been doing for many years.

fishdip · July 28th, 2013, 06:30 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ninjamunky85

You forgot the third option.

They are only for Harley riders who don't wear any gear, and prefer superstition to keep them safe. You ever seen anyone at the track with a stupid bell hangin from their bike?

I'd rather have a set of truck nuts on my bike, that would be kick ass.

You need to do this

csmith12 · July 28th, 2013, 06:31 PM

I rely on Ms. Cleo and my own ability. And.... the bell will not pass race tech

.

dfox · July 31st, 2013, 08:00 AM

Just given one by my boss's boss..

i wouldn't necessarily have gone out and bought one, but i feel it'd be bad karma not to install one that was given as a gift.

thinking it's going to end up being somewhat hidden just because there's not many locations to install one... maybe around the forks, or possibly somewhere near the passenger pegs.

NevadaWolf · July 31st, 2013, 08:22 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by csmith12

And.... the bell will not pass race tech

.

My Mom keeps saying she'll get me one, but this would be my issue too. Have to strip enough off my bike, don't need to be adding more in.

- though it is fun dragging that thing. Audible lean indicator.

Snake · July 31st, 2013, 08:39 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by dfox

Just given one by my boss's boss..

i wouldn't necessarily have gone out and bought one, but i feel it'd be bad karma not to install one that was given as a gift.

thinking it's going to end up being somewhat hidden just because there's not many locations to install one... maybe around the forks, or possibly somewhere near the passenger pegs.

I have mine hanging from the triple tree.

LittleRedNinjette · July 31st, 2013, 09:12 AM

I have mine above my peg hanging off the frame wit a zip tie.

Yakaru · July 31st, 2013, 09:26 AM

Momaru gave me mine and we installed it in front of the radiator, sort of opposite the horn mount. I believe his own is in the same place as well. Sadly he couldn't find a fox, so I have a lion (rar!).

OCMagnum · July 31st, 2013, 03:38 PM

My 7 year old son just got one for me as a present

I need to get a zip tie to put it neatly on the Monster.

This is the second good luck charm I have from him; the first is a small piece of his baby clothing that I have in my jacket. I'll keep in the pocket where the keys are, so everytime I reach for the key I touch it and it reminds me that my priority is to get home safe.

NevadaWolf · July 31st, 2013, 03:52 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by OCMagnum

This is the second good luck charm I have from him; the first is a small piece of his baby clothing that I have in my jacket. I'll keep in the pocket where the keys are, so everytime I reach for the key I touch it and it reminds me that my priority is to get home safe.

That is awesome.

alex.s · July 31st, 2013, 03:52 PM

so that's what those things are. i figured they had some kind of meaning but i never knew. i'm weird. i carry several charms... they are normal every day objects that should have no meaning, but i've kept them for years and they mean a lot to me now.

LittleRedNinjette · July 31st, 2013, 04:10 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by OCMagnum

My 7 year old son just got one for me as a present

I need to get a zip tie to put it neatly on the Monster.

This is the second good luck charm I have from him; the first is a small piece of his baby clothing that I have in my jacket. I'll keep in the pocket where the keys are, so everytime I reach for the key I touch it and it reminds me that my priority is to get home safe.

Aww! Love it!

KawiKid860 · July 31st, 2013, 04:52 PM

Mine are in the fork area on my bikes. Lots of wires/cables/brackets to find a place to zip tie them there lol.

TS250 · July 31st, 2013, 05:42 PM

My Wife just got me two. I think that the story of how they have to be a gift is great.

lgk · July 31st, 2013, 05:43 PM

My friend gave me one a couple months back.

Haven't had any real incidents since installing it, other than a dude running into the street.
Causing the car in front of me to brake hard.

Ended up swerving around the car, felt the bike slip a little.
The bell jingled and my journey continued.

BlueRaven · July 31st, 2013, 07:02 PM

Mine was given to me by a special friend too

JustRidin · July 31st, 2013, 07:27 PM

I don't have one yet, however, I hear its bad luck unless you have someone buy one for you.

Daks · July 31st, 2013, 11:30 PM

If I can manage to get my best friend on a bike, I'm buying one for him.
He's mormon so I figure if his magic underwear isn't abrasion resistant, the bell will pick up the slack. B)

Snake · August 1st, 2013, 01:06 AM

Awesome stories everyone. Thanks for sharing.

LittleRedNinjette · August 1st, 2013, 02:19 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Daks

If I can manage to get my best friend on a bike, I'm buying one for him.
He's mormon so I figure if his magic underwear isn't abrasion resistant, the bell will pick up the slack. B)

aeroblade · August 1st, 2013, 03:49 AM

Wow 'Guardian bells' really?

Snake · August 1st, 2013, 06:49 AM

^^^ yea can't hurt and are popular with the biking community.

Roark · October 30th, 2014, 06:37 PM

Does anyone have a suggestion for mounting one to a pre-gen?

My lovely lady friend just bought me one for my birthday..

flitecontrol · October 30th, 2014, 06:44 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Roark

Does anyone have a suggestion for mounting one to a pre-gen?

My lovely lady friend just bought me one for my birthday..

Several posts above mention where they mounted theirs.

Snake · October 30th, 2014, 06:48 PM

I have mine hanging from the triple tree but I have heard that the lower you hang it the better. I have seen some hanging from the rear pegs.

dcj13 · October 30th, 2014, 07:32 PM

Mine's in the kitchen junk drawer.

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July 28th, 2013, 10:49 AM	#1
Snake ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Rick Location: Alexandria, Louisiana Join Date: Jan 2009 Motorcycle(s): 05 Blue Ninja 250 Posts: Too much. MOTY - 2017, MOTM - Jan '19, Oct '16, May '14	Guardian Bell Do you have one on your bike and if so how did you get it? I have one on my bike and it was given to me by a very good friend.

July 28th, 2013, 10:54 AM	#2
Motofool Daily Ninjette rider Name: Hernan Location: Florida Join Date: Mar 2011 Motorcycle(s): 2007 Ninja 250 Posts: A lot. MOTY - 2016, MOTM - Dec '12, Jan '14, Jan '15, May '16	I didn't know about these until now. Thanks, Rick !!! http://www.guardianbell.com/ "Legend has it that Evil Road Spirits have been latching themselves on to motorcycles for as long as there have been bikes on the road. These Evil Road Spirits are responsible for mechanical problems and bad luck along a journey. Legend goes on to say that by attaching a small bell onto your bike, the Evil Road Spirits will become trapped inside the bell where the constant ringing drives them insane, making them lose their grip until they fall to the ground. (Ever wonder where potholes come from?) Legend also has it that the mystery of the Guardian™ Bell carries twice as much power when it is purchased by a friend or loved one and given as a gift." __________________________________________________ *Motofool* *.................................Never ride faster than your guardian angel can fly* "Mankind is composed of two sorts of men — those who love and create, and those who hate and destroy. Love is the bond between men, the way to teach and the center of the world." - José Martí

July 28th, 2013, 11:23 AM	#4
JohnnyBravo Certifiable nontundrum Name: Harper Location: NC Milkshake stand Join Date: Mar 2013 Motorcycle(s): 2013 SE NINJA 300 Posts: Too much. MOTM - Sep '13, Sep '16	I don't have one, always look over them at the shops though. Haha we can def use all the help we can get, all the folks on cellphones, whoopin kids, eatin burgers, why don't we have cars that drive themselves, seems like the vast majority of people are incapable of driving. __________________________________________________
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July 28th, 2013, 01:22 PM	#6
LittleRedNinjette Certified Troublemaker Name: Teri Location: Hamilton, NJ Join Date: Oct 2012 Motorcycle(s): 2006 Ninja 250r "Pikachu", 2017 Ninja 650 "Epona" Posts: A lot. MOTM - Aug '13, Aug '14, Feb '17	My boyfriend got one for me and i got him one. They cant hurt! __________________________________________________ Raven's Rejuvenation A bruise is a lesson... and each lesson makes us better...

July 28th, 2013, 11:00 AM	#3
Snake ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Rick Location: Alexandria, Louisiana Join Date: Jan 2009 Motorcycle(s): 05 Blue Ninja 250 Posts: Too much. MOTY - 2017, MOTM - Jan '19, Oct '16, May '14	No problem Herman. I figure we can use all the help we can get.

July 28th, 2013, 04:30 PM	#8
LittleRedNinjette Certified Troublemaker Name: Teri Location: Hamilton, NJ Join Date: Oct 2012 Motorcycle(s): 2006 Ninja 250r "Pikachu", 2017 Ninja 650 "Epona" Posts: A lot. MOTM - Aug '13, Aug '14, Feb '17	Exactly __________________________________________________ Raven's Rejuvenation A bruise is a lesson... and each lesson makes us better...

July 28th, 2013, 05:44 PM	#9
NevadaWolf Certified looney toon Name: Teri Location: 39°52'40.7"N 118°23'53.8"W (Northern NV) Join Date: Jun 2012 Motorcycle(s): 2012 Ninja 250, 102k+ miles -- 2014 CB500X, 42k+ miles Posts: A lot. Blog Entries: 16 MOTM Jul '13, Jul '14	My mom and stepdad have one each on their bikes. On the Shadow it was down near the footrest, so when I borrowed the bike I made a game of getting that bell to ring .. A lot! My mom, on the back of the Harley, said she could hear it as I came around corners behind them. __________________________________________________ <-- Linky Hey Unregistered! The code [you] shows the username currently logged in. IBA # 56020 AMA # 521481 Fun Rides! ][ My Videos ][ My Gear Hold yourself to the same rules you expect others to follow.

July 28th, 2013, 06:12 PM	#11
fishdip ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Fish Location: co Join Date: Apr 2013 Motorcycle(s): 250/300 Posts: A lot.	Its best to get one after your palm and voodoo card reading also. __________________________________________________ Hey Unregistered never go faster than your brakes can be applied...

July 28th, 2013, 06:17 PM	#12
fishdip ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Fish Location: co Join Date: Apr 2013 Motorcycle(s): 250/300 Posts: A lot.	Extra power if she gives it to you http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oxopPDMq7rs __________________________________________________ Hey Unregistered never go faster than your brakes can be applied...

July 28th, 2013, 06:18 PM	#13
Snake ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Rick Location: Alexandria, Louisiana Join Date: Jan 2009 Motorcycle(s): 05 Blue Ninja 250 Posts: Too much. MOTY - 2017, MOTM - Jan '19, Oct '16, May '14	It's a tradition that bikers have been doing for many years.

July 28th, 2013, 06:19 PM	#14
ninjamunky85 Que Buenos Son!!! Name: Ryan Location: Grovetucky, OH Join Date: Jun 2012 Motorcycle(s): Aprilia Shiver 750, Husaberg FE 450, Ninja 300 (sold), xr100 Posts: A lot. MOTM - Nov '14	You forgot the third option. They are only for Harley riders who don't wear any gear, and prefer superstition to keep them safe. You ever seen anyone at the track with a stupid bell hangin from their bike? I'd rather have a set of truck nuts on my bike, that would be kick ass. __________________________________________________ Don't do something because it's easy,.. Do it because it's not! If you aren't going forward, then you're falling behind. "Drive it like you stole it"!!!

July 28th, 2013, 06:31 PM	#17
csmith12 The Corner Whisperer Name: Chris (aka Reactor) Location: Northern KY Join Date: May 2011 Motorcycle(s): 2010 250 (track), 1992 250, 2006 R6 (street/track), 2008 R6 (track) Posts: Too much. MOTY 2015, MOTM - Nov '12, Nov '13	I rely on Ms. Cleo and my own ability. And.... the bell will not pass race tech . __________________________________________________ Goal: Shake A Million Hands \| Look through the corners \| Track Day Prep \| Closest track? \| The Mid-Ohio School

July 31st, 2013, 08:00 AM	#18
dfox ninjette.org sage Name: Fox Location: Boston Join Date: May 2012 Motorcycle(s): 08 250R Posts: 881	Just given one by my boss's boss.. i wouldn't necessarily have gone out and bought one, but i feel it'd be bad karma not to install one that was given as a gift. thinking it's going to end up being somewhat hidden just because there's not many locations to install one... maybe around the forks, or possibly somewhere near the passenger pegs.

July 31st, 2013, 09:12 AM	#21
LittleRedNinjette Certified Troublemaker Name: Teri Location: Hamilton, NJ Join Date: Oct 2012 Motorcycle(s): 2006 Ninja 250r "Pikachu", 2017 Ninja 650 "Epona" Posts: A lot. MOTM - Aug '13, Aug '14, Feb '17	I have mine above my peg hanging off the frame wit a zip tie. __________________________________________________ Raven's Rejuvenation A bruise is a lesson... and each lesson makes us better...
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July 31st, 2013, 09:26 AM	#22
Yakaru The Violet Vixen Name: Yakaru Location: Issaquah, WA & Las Vegas, NV Join Date: Jun 2012 Motorcycle(s): Perigee (250), Hotaru (250), Saturn (300), Pearl (300), Zero (S1000RR), Chibi (Z125), Xellos ('18 HP4R) Posts: A lot. MOTM - Jun '16	Momaru gave me mine and we installed it in front of the radiator, sort of opposite the horn mount. I believe his own is in the same place as well. Sadly he couldn't find a fox, so I have a lion (rar!).

July 31st, 2013, 03:38 PM	#23
OCMagnum ninjette.org member Name: OC Location: SoCal Join Date: Aug 2012 Motorcycle(s): 2014 Aprilia Dorsoduro 750, 2012 Ducati Monster 696 (sold), 2012 Ninja 250 (sold) Posts: 168	My 7 year old son just got one for me as a present I need to get a zip tie to put it neatly on the Monster. This is the second good luck charm I have from him; the first is a small piece of his baby clothing that I have in my jacket. I'll keep in the pocket where the keys are, so everytime I reach for the key I touch it and it reminds me that my priority is to get home safe.

July 31st, 2013, 03:52 PM	#25
alex.s wat Name: wat Location: tustin/long beach Join Date: Sep 2009 Motorcycle(s): wat Posts: Too much. Blog Entries: 5 MOTM - Oct '12, Feb '14	so that's what those things are. i figured they had some kind of meaning but i never knew. i'm weird. i carry several charms... they are normal every day objects that should have no meaning, but i've kept them for years and they mean a lot to me now. __________________________________________________

July 31st, 2013, 04:52 PM	#27
KawiKid860 ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Murphey Location: Eastern Washington Join Date: Apr 2011 Motorcycle(s): 2002 Honda 919, 2004 Ninja 500R NAKED Posts: A lot.	Mine are in the fork area on my bikes. Lots of wires/cables/brackets to find a place to zip tie them there lol.

July 31st, 2013, 05:42 PM	#28
TS250 ninjette.org member Name: MARCO Location: OKLAHOMA Join Date: Feb 2010 Motorcycle(s): 2008 NINJA 250, BLACK, 650 NINJA 2009, RED, F 650GS BMW 2012 YELLOW Posts: 94 Blog Entries: 1	My Wife just got me two. I think that the story of how they have to be a gift is great.

July 31st, 2013, 05:43 PM	#29
lgk ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Jason Location: Norfolk, VA Join Date: Dec 2011 Motorcycle(s): 2012 EX250, 2014 EX300 Posts: A lot.	My friend gave me one a couple months back. Haven't had any real incidents since installing it, other than a dude running into the street. Causing the car in front of me to brake hard. Ended up swerving around the car, felt the bike slip a little. The bell jingled and my journey continued. __________________________________________________ Ethioknight Memorial Fund- Sticker sale http://www.ninjette.org/forums/showthread.php?t=111700

July 31st, 2013, 07:02 PM	#30
BlueRaven ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Lil One Location: NB Canada Join Date: Mar 2009 Motorcycle(s): '09 Ninja 250 Black Posts: A lot.	Mine was given to me by a special friend too __________________________________________________ I'm not small, I'm fun sized

July 31st, 2013, 07:27 PM	#31
JustRidin ninjette.org member Name: Nick Location: Denver, CO Join Date: Jul 2012 Motorcycle(s): 2007 R6, 2015 KTM 250XC - Past: 2011 KTM 150XC, 2009 Ninja 250r, 2012 Ninja 650, 2007 CRF250R Posts: 194	I don't have one yet, however, I hear its bad luck unless you have someone buy one for you. __________________________________________________ Try it, you might like it.

July 31st, 2013, 11:30 PM	#32
Daks Jersey Devil Name: Daks Location: Austin, TX Join Date: Oct 2012 Motorcycle(s): '06 Ninja 250 Posts: 469	If I can manage to get my best friend on a bike, I'm buying one for him. He's mormon so I figure if his magic underwear isn't abrasion resistant, the bell will pick up the slack. B)

August 1st, 2013, 01:06 AM	#33
Snake ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Rick Location: Alexandria, Louisiana Join Date: Jan 2009 Motorcycle(s): 05 Blue Ninja 250 Posts: Too much. MOTY - 2017, MOTM - Jan '19, Oct '16, May '14	Awesome stories everyone. Thanks for sharing.

August 1st, 2013, 03:49 AM	#35
aeroblade Doh! Name: Matt Location: Locating GPS... Join Date: Nov 2012 Motorcycle(s): 2012 Ninja 250r Posts: 286	Wow 'Guardian bells' really? __________________________________________________

August 1st, 2013, 06:49 AM	#36
Snake ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Rick Location: Alexandria, Louisiana Join Date: Jan 2009 Motorcycle(s): 05 Blue Ninja 250 Posts: Too much. MOTY - 2017, MOTM - Jan '19, Oct '16, May '14	^^^ yea can't hurt and are popular with the biking community.

October 30th, 2014, 06:37 PM	#37
Roark ninjette.org sage Name: James Location: Lakeland Join Date: Aug 2014 Motorcycle(s): 2007 Ninjette Posts: 809	Does anyone have a suggestion for mounting one to a pre-gen? My lovely lady friend just bought me one for my birthday.. __________________________________________________ "That's what" -she

October 30th, 2014, 06:48 PM	#39
Snake ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Rick Location: Alexandria, Louisiana Join Date: Jan 2009 Motorcycle(s): 05 Blue Ninja 250 Posts: Too much. MOTY - 2017, MOTM - Jan '19, Oct '16, May '14	I have mine hanging from the triple tree but I have heard that the lower you hang it the better. I have seen some hanging from the rear pegs.

October 30th, 2014, 07:32 PM	#40
dcj13 Participant Name: Dave Location: South of Seattle Join Date: Oct 2012 Motorcycle(s): '94 K75 std Posts: Too much. MOTM - Aug '15	Mine's in the kitchen junk drawer.

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