Why would you want to keep the plastic pieces. They're just another part that can break out on the trail. I like the idea of a full plate steel bumper on both the front and back. It looks good IMO and provides a much higher level of protection. I'm already saving my pennies for both the Calmini front and rear bumpers.

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