Rimtape wear and tear

mista350z · March 15th, 2009, 04:55 PM

Hey everyone. I was looking into the rimtape for my bike. I was wondering how the tape is holding up for everyone. I did a search but only found bikes that just installed it but after a few months is this thing gonna hold or am I gonna have to redo it again and again.

Jiu Jitsu Player · March 15th, 2009, 04:59 PM

I just put some on about a week ago and was wondering the same thing. I'm not too worried about it as I was able to get a set of some pretty good quality ones for 5 bucks. If they last 6 months it's worth it.

mista350z · March 15th, 2009, 05:09 PM

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Originally Posted by Jiu Jitsu Player

I just put some on about a week ago and was wondering the same thing. I'm not too worried about it as I was able to get a set of some pretty good quality ones for 5 bucks. If they last 6 months it's worth it.

Where did you find it for $5?

miks · March 15th, 2009, 10:36 PM

If you can get decent ones, they last up to 7 years with normal wear and tear.

Jiu Jitsu Player · March 15th, 2009, 11:57 PM

I found them on ebay. I don't remember the vendor info though, I just remember they took forever to get here. I'll look for the info and let you know.

ninjablk08 · March 16th, 2009, 08:28 PM

i got this from here or the other forum, cause local cycle gear wanted 1 for 17 dollars and didnt cover both rims, got 3 from this guy for 16 dollars instead, buy 2 get 1 free with text in two off them (250R)(kawasaki), cant wait to get them on ( working on trying to get site right) its from elite vinyl designs ,sorry guys i didn't get the rim tape from the guys thats says buy 2 get 1 free for 16.00 , i found another rim tape that's reflective and different from the others and it looks like this

Jiu Jitsu Player · March 16th, 2009, 10:44 PM

Here's the vendor on ebay that I got mine from. I was wrong- they're $6 instead of $5, but free shipping and they're reflective.
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/REFLE...7146QQtcZphoto

He also includes four extra pieces (enough for the side of one rim) in case you screw up.

zeroth · March 17th, 2009, 10:24 AM

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Originally Posted by Jiu Jitsu Player

Here's the vendor on ebay that I got mine from. I was wrong- they're $6 instead of $5, but free shipping and they're reflective.
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/REFLE...7146QQtcZphoto

He also includes four extra pieces (enough for the side of one rim) in case you screw up.

Chris, do you have any pics with the stripes on your bike? $6 shipped is pretty enticing...

They say universal size ... I wonder how it would fit on my '05 Ninja (16" tires instead of 17").

00v_Lucky · March 17th, 2009, 11:06 AM

thank you very much for that link, will buy!

Jiu Jitsu Player · March 17th, 2009, 04:13 PM

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Originally Posted by zeroth

Chris, do you have any pics with the stripes on your bike? $6 shipped is pretty enticing...

They say universal size ... I wonder how it would fit on my '05 Ninja (16" tires instead of 17").

I'll try to take some pics and post them up. No guarantees on the resolution as my digicam is down right now and I've only got the crappy blackberrry camera.

16' tires should be no problem. It asks your wheel size and I believe the size I ordered worked for 16-18. The rim tape is cut into sections and you'll basically need 4 strips per wheel side. If you're worried about not having enough tape, don't be as he gives 4 extra strips (which is enough to cover one side of one wheel)

Jiu Jitsu Player · March 17th, 2009, 04:28 PM

Here are some shots. Sorry for the crap resolution. The only gripe I have with the vendor is that he is in Hong Kong and so shipping takes a while. Pretty minor though as shipping is free!

delvey91 · March 19th, 2009, 04:13 PM

Ive got some cheap £3.00 stuff and it been fine. Had it on for 4000 miles and its not come off yet

smcbride11 · March 20th, 2009, 12:25 PM

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Originally Posted by Jiu Jitsu Player

Here are some shots. Sorry for the crap resolution. The only gripe I have with the vendor is that he is in Hong Kong and so shipping takes a while. Pretty minor though as shipping is free!

How does the color look? I assume it's not quite an exact match with the bike, but it looks pretty darn close.

Jiu Jitsu Player · March 20th, 2009, 02:45 PM

The red is close enough that I can't tell the difference. Don't know about other colors but from pics ive seen they look pretty close also.
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HKr1 · March 20th, 2009, 03:02 PM

Have had some tape on a set of rims for about 2 1/2 years. Seems to hold up pretty good, few nicks from changing tires....... Maybe mention to the tire changer to be carefull ??? < thou you shouldnt have too

March 15th, 2009, 04:55 PM	#1
mista350z ninjette.org member Name: John Location: The OC Join Date: Feb 2009 Motorcycle(s): 08 CBR600rr, 08 Ninja 250r - sold Posts: 81	Rimtape wear and tear Hey everyone. I was looking into the rimtape for my bike. I was wondering how the tape is holding up for everyone. I did a search but only found bikes that just installed it but after a few months is this thing gonna hold or am I gonna have to redo it again and again.

March 15th, 2009, 10:36 PM	#4
miks I'm lovin' it. Name: Mike Location: Melb, Australia Join Date: Feb 2009 Motorcycle(s): '09 Black 250R Posts: A lot.	If you can get decent ones, they last up to 7 years with normal wear and tear. __________________________________________________ Son: When I grow up I want to ride a motorbike. Father: You can't do both son.

March 19th, 2009, 04:13 PM	#12
delvey91 Fuel Injection FTW Name: Jack Location: Exeter, Devon, UK Join Date: Feb 2009 Motorcycle(s): Old:2008 Kawasaki Ninja 250R New:99 ZX6R 'G2' Posts: 32	Ive got some cheap £3.00 stuff and it been fine. Had it on for 4000 miles and its not come off yet __________________________________________________ 1999 Kawasaki ZX6R 'G2' Got: Powerbronze Irdium Screen, Powerbronze Rear Hugger, A.R.T Racing Slip on can

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Jiu Jitsu Player Live 2 Ride Forced 2 Work Name: Chris Location: Guam Join Date: Mar 2009 Motorcycle(s): 2008 RED 250r Posts: 386	I just put some on about a week ago and was wondering the same thing. I'm not too worried about it as I was able to get a set of some pretty good quality ones for 5 bucks. If they last 6 months it's worth it.

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Jiu Jitsu Player Live 2 Ride Forced 2 Work Name: Chris Location: Guam Join Date: Mar 2009 Motorcycle(s): 2008 RED 250r Posts: 386	I found them on ebay. I don't remember the vendor info though, I just remember they took forever to get here. I'll look for the info and let you know.

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Jiu Jitsu Player Live 2 Ride Forced 2 Work Name: Chris Location: Guam Join Date: Mar 2009 Motorcycle(s): 2008 RED 250r Posts: 386	Here's the vendor on ebay that I got mine from. I was wrong- they're $6 instead of $5, but free shipping and they're reflective. http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/REFLE...7146QQtcZphoto He also includes four extra pieces (enough for the side of one rim) in case you screw up.

March 17th, 2009, 11:06 AM	#9
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March 20th, 2009, 02:45 PM	#14
Jiu Jitsu Player Live 2 Ride Forced 2 Work Name: Chris Location: Guam Join Date: Mar 2009 Motorcycle(s): 2008 RED 250r Posts: 386	The red is close enough that I can't tell the difference. Don't know about other colors but from pics ive seen they look pretty close also. Posted via Mobile Device

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HKr1 IC2(SW) Name: Kerry Location: Pensacola Join Date: Nov 2008 Motorcycle(s): . Posts: A lot.	Have had some tape on a set of rims for about 2 1/2 years. Seems to hold up pretty good, few nicks from changing tires....... Maybe mention to the tire changer to be carefull ??? < thou you shouldnt have too