I bought a 01 shee not to long ago, and it came without a bumper, I like the look and protection of a bumper so I ordered a Jardine bumper for mine, and I think it looks pretty good. People take them off to be "lighter" and etc....for me, I'm out to have a great time whether I'm dragging, duning, or trailing, and I plan to leave the bumper on. If I'm going somewhere to STRICTLY drag, I may take it off prior to going. I do not get bent out of shape if I run into a faster Banshee, it will happen...someone is always faster. It's when the 450's start dropping you that you need to worry. I think it's personal preference as far as bumpers go.