calling all rim tape pros

angrycrow · August 2nd, 2009, 08:42 PM

hi i went through alot of rim tape and i cant seem to get it right . can anyone of you "rim tape pros" give me some pointers?

almost40 · August 2nd, 2009, 08:55 PM

You will never get it perfect, but I found the best way to apply it is to get the wheel off the ground so you can rotate it while you apply the tape. Good luck and take heart you will be the only one that will notice your mistakes.

AnarchoMoltov · August 2nd, 2009, 09:51 PM

patience and persistence

kkim · August 2nd, 2009, 10:29 PM

also, spray the wheel with a solution of water and soap when applying. it allows you to reposition the vinyl to get it perfect before the adhesive begins it adhere.

miks · August 2nd, 2009, 11:20 PM

Check this out, looks like it would helps heaps!!

DIY rim tape applicator

norm_52 · August 3rd, 2009, 05:02 AM

the kit i bought came with an applicator that sits against the rim, mine came out perfect, i will post a pic up later today. best way t do it; hold the applicator at the bottom of the wheel and get someone to move the bike forward slowly for the left side and backwards slowly for the right. i dont mean to sound arrogant but it is literally perfect.

Rayme · August 3rd, 2009, 05:40 AM

Get High quality vinyl. Those ebay one usually sucks and will break or stretch easily. If unsure, get a roll of 3m vinyl/reflective vinyl and cut your own (straight) ones. You can go as wide as 7-8mm without needing the pre-curved ones.

Clean wheels with alcohol. Put bike on strands, and have someone slowly rotate the wheel while you are applying with your 2 thumbs, one to hold it steady/press it against the rim and the other one to "align" it properly. That method worked best for me.

I didn't try the applicator but I'm sure it would give better results if use properly!

rockNroll · August 3rd, 2009, 07:47 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by norm_52

the kit i bought came with an applicator that sits against the rim, mine came out perfect, i will post a pic up later today. best way t do it; hold the applicator at the bottom of the wheel and get someone to move the bike forward slowly for the left side and backwards slowly for the right. i dont mean to sound arrogant but it is literally perfect.

Ok, norm .... where did ya get this kit?

CANTFUNCTION · August 3rd, 2009, 09:11 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by rockNroll

Ok, norm .... where did ya get this kit?

ebay
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/KEITI...Q5fAccessories

rockNroll · August 3rd, 2009, 09:17 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by CANTFUNCTION

ebay
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/KEITI...Q5fAccessories

Thanks

August 2nd, 2009, 08:42 PM	#1
angrycrow ninjette.org member Name: thomas Location: Okinawa JP Join Date: Dec 2008 Motorcycle(s): 09 ninja 250 Posts: 42	calling all rim tape pros hi i went through alot of rim tape and i cant seem to get it right . can anyone of you "rim tape pros" give me some pointers?

August 2nd, 2009, 08:55 PM	#2
almost40 ninjette.org Monkey Spank Name: Kevin Location: Illinois Join Date: Apr 2009 Motorcycle(s): 2008 250R Track-Bike Woodcraft clip-ons and rearsets FZ-6 track bike Posts: A lot.	You will never get it perfect, but I found the best way to apply it is to get the wheel off the ground so you can rotate it while you apply the tape. Good luck and take heart you will be the only one that will notice your mistakes. __________________________________________________ Black 250R Full Area P QC Dyno Jet Kit 100 main 41T Rear Sprocket

August 2nd, 2009, 11:20 PM	#5
miks I'm lovin' it. Name: Mike Location: Melb, Australia Join Date: Feb 2009 Motorcycle(s): '09 Black 250R Posts: A lot.	Check this out, looks like it would helps heaps!! DIY rim tape applicator __________________________________________________ Son: When I grow up I want to ride a motorbike. Father: You can't do both son.

August 3rd, 2009, 05:40 AM	#7
Rayme ninjette.org guru Name: Remy Location: Moncton Join Date: Apr 2009 Motorcycle(s): '04 sv650s Posts: 438	Get High quality vinyl. Those ebay one usually sucks and will break or stretch easily. If unsure, get a roll of 3m vinyl/reflective vinyl and cut your own (straight) ones. You can go as wide as 7-8mm without needing the pre-curved ones. Clean wheels with alcohol. Put bike on strands, and have someone slowly rotate the wheel while you are applying with your 2 thumbs, one to hold it steady/press it against the rim and the other one to "align" it properly. That method worked best for me. I didn't try the applicator but I'm sure it would give better results if use properly! __________________________________________________ There's 2 types of people in this world, those who complain and those who act.

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AnarchoMoltov ninjette.org guru Name: Dan Location: Chicago, il.... Join Date: Jun 2009 Motorcycle(s): 2007 Suzuki GSX-R750 Posts: 378	patience and persistence

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kkim Join Date: Nov 2008 Posts: Too much.	also, spray the wheel with a solution of water and soap when applying. it allows you to reposition the vinyl to get it perfect before the adhesive begins it adhere.