Tuning and modding » Tank protectors

My new-to-me 1250RS had a couple very fine scratches at the base of the tank. I didn't want to add any more so I covered them with some custom gel decals from Motografix (available on ebay for each factory color scheme). Very good quality but perhaps the styling isn't for everyone. I personally like the look and no longer worry when my jacket zipper drags on the tank!

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There are cheaper options.

Not patented so feel free to copy

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Not many options out there to protect the black bump.
I wonder if this kit is just for the black bump?
Werbung: https://www.ebay.com/itm/124848496048

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That looks similar to what I have, at least the shapes are the same. The 4 black ones cover the black bump and the grey one covers the area below the fuel cap. My kit came with 2 small additional black decals that are placed on either side of the black bump for additional protection.

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That looks similar to what I have, at least the shapes are the same. The 4 black ones cover the black bump and the grey one covers the area below the fuel cap. My kit came with 2 small additional black decals that are placed on either side of the black bump for additional protection.

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The small pieces are black, the larger piece below the fuel cap is color matched to a particular bike (blue, yellow, white or black). Should be 7 total. Here is the eBay link to the blue one:

Werbung: https://www.ebay.com/itm/125021068199

Whoops, that was for the R1250R, not the Imperial Blue RS. Anyway, search "eBay Motografix r1250rs blue" (or whichever color bike you have) and it should come up.

I bought this set from Nippy Normans, it is good and completely clear. It covers the black pad at the bottom of the tank as well. You just need a hairdryer to help put it on.

I also got some Easygrip tank pads for grip and they went on on top of the paint protector no problem. Both have adhered well.

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I bought this set from Nippy Normans, it is good and completely clear. It covers the black pad at the bottom of the tank as well. You just need a hairdryer to help put it on.

I also got some Easygrip tank pads for grip and they went on on top of the paint protector no problem. Both have adhered well.

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They really do scratch easily. I ordered a set of Techspec snake skin for the sides and center. 3 piece kit. Got both from Twisted Throttle in USA.

I’ve had it 16 months and been happy with it.

Sorry I meant to add a link to the nippy normans product:

[www].nippynormans.com/paint-protector/r-series/paint-protector-set-tank-r1200rs-lc-r1250rs-3-pieces

the pads on the side of the tank do get marked over time, but better the film than the paint, right? :)

I like the looks of the silver metal section and don't want to cover that.
Maybe in the spring I'll cut a piece of 3M clear film and cover the top of the black bump.
Cut a piece for the area in the red square.

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