December 6th, 2013, 07:21 AM | #1 |
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Looking for a left side fairing
So somehow I can't post a thread in the motorcycle-related section looking for this part, but I just downed my bike.
I was pulling out of my basement and completely spun out as I gave the bike throttle. For some reason my basement is extremely oily and slippery and first thing in my mind was to sue my building for this as it's hazardous and it should be well maintained. I am not going to tell my insurance because there's a $500 deductible, and the price will raise but I feel like my building is to blame for the slippery ground. Here's a picture of the ground and my bike after I went down: I cannot find anywhere online that has them. I'm willing to pay for an OEM one to match the 2008 blue color. I'm not sure if it's the left fairing or the right but it's on the side where the kickstand is. Please help.. Like this but in better shape |
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December 6th, 2013, 07:33 AM | #2 |
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That is the left side.
OEM Dealers: kawasakipartshouse.com And CheapCycleParts.com http://www.cheapcycleparts.com/oempa...cowling-lowers I've never dealt with either so idk about their service. If you find someone's old race build you might be able to buy from them for like 80 less. That's what I did. Are you going to buy frame sliders now? They could have turned your $200+ drop into a $40 one for a new puck Edit: Looks like your turn signal cracked your fairing. Time for flush mounts! |
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December 6th, 2013, 07:46 AM | #3 | |
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Should I get it serviced somewhere? I'm really unsure what to do I'm just going to order the part and hope me and my step-dad can do it right. Flush mounts are also a good idea but are they safe enough for others to see the turn signal clearly? |
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December 6th, 2013, 07:58 AM | #4 |
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Just 3 weeks in then this, aint that rotten luck. Rider all good? From what I see, that fairing can be repaired easy enough.
Sliders had a good chance of saving you some damage in this case. Thing is with sliders, it's just that... they have to be able to slide. Because if they catch on something, you might as well not have them on. And yes, many fairings have been cracked and/broken due to the stems on the factory turn signals. Flush mounts do help with this but you have to find some that are bright enough to be seen and do not get installed recessed to deeply into the stock fairing hole.
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December 6th, 2013, 08:12 AM | #5 | |
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December 6th, 2013, 10:38 AM | #6 | |
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As for damage that may be underneath, I doubt it. You can take the fairing off in about 5 minutes and check everything. No need to bring it to a shop. Flush mounts it looks like modmy250 and protons are your best bets. You can put silicon sealer underneath the protons to make them poke out more but if you think about it when does someone coming toward you really need to see your blinker? |
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December 6th, 2013, 12:47 PM | #7 | |
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At an intersection or if you're turning in a one way street with cars in your direction. I don't think flush mounted signals are a good idea, stock turn signals are tiny I couldn't imagine how the flush mounts would be. |
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December 6th, 2013, 12:53 PM | #8 |
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Another thing you can do is leave the scraped one on for awhile until you have a good feel for the bike and have the skill set to ride around without the minor tip overs. Once you are confident in your ability to keep control of the bike, then swap out to the new one with the assurance you won't scuff that one as well.
I know your baby ain't pretty with that rash but it might save you some cash should you accidentally drop her again.
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December 6th, 2013, 08:45 PM | #9 | |
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December 6th, 2013, 09:18 PM | #10 |
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Sadly, this isn't accurate. You are guaranteed to encounter much worse road conditions throughout your time on a bike. Any time they cause the bike to hit the ground, it's still your fault.
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December 6th, 2013, 09:21 PM | #11 | |
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It was not only my bad judgement to take the bike out on that day with my experience but also the harsh garage conditions that led to me my tires losing grip. |
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December 7th, 2013, 12:54 AM | #12 |
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Black ice, rain, oil in the center of the lane, wet crosswalk markings, spilled gas, sand, banana peel. Lots of reasons that there will be an unsuspectingly slippery surface where it's your responsibility to pay attention and react correctly.
You're right, it comes in time and practice. Practice. And more practice. I'm going to guess it was when you gave the bike throttle. I'm not great at breaking down the exact cause and effects of too much throttle. Many many folks here are much better than I.
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