Ratser Posted August 11, 2009 Share Posted August 11, 2009 Ideally looking for info on tank protection.I don't just want a tank pad, but the protection that goes from you up the tank, and also round the sides.Don't want my paint work going dull.Any advice, hints or tips appreciated. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pete Posted August 11, 2009 Share Posted August 11, 2009 Take a look at Baglux tank covers, they look the biz.http://cat.lloyd-cooper.com/ArtImages/Options/89/ER5_TANK_COVER.jpghttp://www.rigsville.org.uk/products/triumphtankcover.jpg Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Mr Miller Posted August 11, 2009 Share Posted August 11, 2009 That's what I was gonna suggest but I couldn't remember their damn name!D'Oh!Well done Pete!I've seen one on a Blackbird and they do look good! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ratser Posted August 11, 2009 Author Share Posted August 11, 2009 Hmm thanks, but I don't think that will add to the look of my bike that one.Is there not some clear protection that sticks on ?Appreciate that though, so thanks guys. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TC Posted August 11, 2009 Share Posted August 11, 2009 Do you mean this type of sticker/protectionhttp://cgi.ebay.co.uk/HONDA-TANK-PAD-PR ... 286.c0.m14 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ratser Posted August 11, 2009 Author Share Posted August 11, 2009 That just looks like a tank pad mate.There is some stuff you can get that goes down the sides of the tank as well as up like a tank pad does.Thanks anyway. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MonkeyKnuckle Posted August 11, 2009 Share Posted August 11, 2009 Stomp Grips? I have them on mine.http://photos-d.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-snc1/hs020.snc1/4540_88271228388_514398388_1779155_8134799_n.jpgCan kinda make them out in this picture. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ratser Posted August 11, 2009 Author Share Posted August 11, 2009 That's the stuff mate.Was it easy to fit, or was it already on yours ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MonkeyKnuckle Posted August 11, 2009 Share Posted August 11, 2009 Yeah it's easy to fit. Make sure you line it up properly before sticking any of it down as it's very, very sticky stuff. Also try to make sure you don't get any air bubbles under it. I thought I had put mine on okay but a few air bubbles have started to appear now, nothing major though, it's not falling off or anything. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ratser Posted August 11, 2009 Author Share Posted August 11, 2009 Thanks Andy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bogof Posted August 11, 2009 Share Posted August 11, 2009 Yeah it's easy to fit. Make sure you line it up properly before sticking any of it down as it's very, very sticky stuff. Also try to make sure you don't get any air bubbles under it. I thought I had put mine on okay but a few air bubbles have started to appear now, nothing major though, it's not falling off or anything. Borrow a syringe, suck the air out. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted August 11, 2009 Share Posted August 11, 2009 Yup... pin prick and press out bubbles Not tried syringe, but it would work Also... dont rush the job... nice clean surface before u start... inside if u can.. little specks of dust cause bubbles... best bet to get a woman to do it Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bogof Posted August 11, 2009 Share Posted August 11, 2009 Not tried syringe, but it would work Have tried syringe, it does work Also, spray dilute washing up water on the surface first, use a credit card as a squeegee to press firmly from the centre outwards, expelling air (and washing up water) as you go. The water allows you to reposition before you squeegee, and helps to expel air. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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