Carbon Fiber question for 2012

truppert · August 27th, 2012, 05:51 PM

Does anybody know where to get carbon fiber panels for the sides of a 2012? I'd like to replace the two black pieces of plastic with CF.

Alex · August 27th, 2012, 08:17 PM

/moved to items wanted

choneofakind · August 27th, 2012, 08:28 PM

Tyga makes some carbon fiber parts that you might be interested in, idk

http://tyga-performance.com/site/ind...2_1045_791_850

tygapaul · September 4th, 2012, 04:07 AM

Feel free to pm me or drop me an email if you have any questions about our TYGA Performance products.

tygapaul · September 4th, 2012, 04:16 AM

http://tyga-performance.com/site/ind...th=72_1045_791

Mountain Dew · September 4th, 2012, 04:30 AM

Is that really CF and how much lighter is it than OEM?

tygapaul · September 4th, 2012, 11:39 PM

Yes, it is really carbon fiber. The side panels are not that much lighter than stock because the originals are not heavy to start with. I don't have figures but I'd say the front fender has a saving over stock of around 100g.

psych0hans · September 4th, 2012, 11:42 PM

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Originally Posted by Mountain Dew

Is that really CF and how much lighter is it than OEM?

Cafbon fiber has huge weight savings over most metals, but unfortunately plastics are already pretty light to begin with. Don't expect much more than looks in this department. That said, their side panels do look sweet, wish I could afford them...

Trailerboy531 · September 5th, 2012, 12:48 AM

I have the Tyga carbon fiber side panels and front fender. I can say that they are definitely real carbon fiber and noticeably lighter; although as stated before the side panels are not heavy to begin with so it's not a huge difference. They look reallllly sexy.

That having been said they are also very expensive for something that just looks good. I love mine but as I move my 250 from street to a track/racebike the carbon sides will be coming off. (already spoken for, sorry) Keep in mind that $200+ is a lot of money for side panels and a fender...

really nice looking side panels and a fender...

tygapaul · September 5th, 2012, 12:55 AM

come on TrailorBoy; 200 dollars is nothing these days. Three panels for the price of a night out on the town with nothing to show for it but a hangover... You know you made the right decision

psych0hans · September 5th, 2012, 01:02 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by tygapaul

come on TrailorBoy; 200 dollars is nothing these days. Three panels for the price of a night out on the town with nothing to show for it but a hangover... You know you made the right decision

I don't drink, so a night out in town rarely costs me over 20$

I say you sell me a set for that much and we have a deal

P.s. also, me love you long time!!!!

Trailerboy531 · September 5th, 2012, 01:04 AM

$200 is nothing? Tyga must be doing pretty well... And jesus you guys go hard when you go out!

In Tyga's defense they aren't crap quality carbon wrap or anything. They're definitely nicely made and fit well. I'm sad to see them off my bike.

Mountain Dew · September 5th, 2012, 01:13 AM

Thanks for making actual CF stuff instead of just plastic crap with CF wrap on it.

Ever consider making any other bodywork on CF?

tygapaul · September 5th, 2012, 09:55 PM

LOL, moved to far East where a night out was cheaper than in the UK. Not sure about the US but last time I was in London, a couple of rounds of drinks, a meal, entry to a club and taxi home and there is no change from 200 dollars I guarantee. Nearly gave me a heart attack.

On the other hand, jeez, 20 bucks, you must give your gf a real nice night out

Even in Thailand, the cheapest date going; tickets to the movies for two with some popcorn and drinks and fuel there and back will cost you more. You must be a lot better looking than me to get away with that kind of dating

psych0hans · September 5th, 2012, 09:58 PM

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Originally Posted by tygapaul

On the other hand, jeez, 20 bucks, you must give your gf a real nice night out

Even in Thailand, the cheapest date going; tickets to the movies for two with some popcorn and drinks and fuel there and back will cost you more. You must be a lot better looking than me to get away with that kind of dating

Not drinking and not having a girlfriend helps :P but even when I had a girl friend, it would still be 20 bucks per head, not too much over that...

tygapaul · September 5th, 2012, 10:06 PM

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Originally Posted by psych0hans

Not drinking and not having a girlfriend helps :P but even when I had a girl friend, it would still be 20 bucks per head, not too much over that...

LOL, try splitting the bills here and see how far that gets you... Maybe the gf should pay for half of the carbon parts too...too bad you don't have one would make our products half price!

Mountain Dew · September 5th, 2012, 10:07 PM

When I was in high school I was able to take my ex out to dinner, a movie, AND have money left over for condoms for just $25.

tygapaul · September 5th, 2012, 10:12 PM

going 5 bucks over budget on the condoms is definitely cheaper in the long run. Ask anyone with a family....

psych0hans · September 5th, 2012, 10:16 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by tygapaul

LOL, try splitting the bills here and see how far that gets you... Maybe the gf should pay for half of the carbon parts too...too bad you don't have one would make our products half price!

Who said anything about splitting bills? Dinner for two at a fancy restaurant = 30$ Long romantic drive with desserts and drinks(generally coffee) on the way = 10-20$... It's when you add alcohol to he mix that costs start rocketing... Lol

here's to not drinking

P.s. I'm not saying your parts should be so cheap,but if they were, I'd buy in a heart beat... I'd buy them at his price if my pockets were a little deeper

Mountain Dew · September 5th, 2012, 10:17 PM

So Paul, any plans on any other CF bits? Specifically a headlight fairing (race preferred), side fairings, and solo tail fairing?

You guys gonna make stuff for the 2013+ 250s?

tygapaul · September 5th, 2012, 11:28 PM

No plans at this stage. Will stock OE Kawasaki parts for new model and maybe make some products for that but not sure yet what.

August 27th, 2012, 05:51 PM	#1
truppert ninjette.org newbie Name: Tim Location: Shermans Dale Join Date: Jul 2012 Motorcycle(s): Ninja 250 Posts: 1	Carbon Fiber question for 2012 Does anybody know where to get carbon fiber panels for the sides of a 2012? I'd like to replace the two black pieces of plastic with CF.

August 27th, 2012, 08:17 PM	#2
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September 4th, 2012, 04:30 AM	#6
Mountain Dew Ambrosia. Name: Jaymie Location: Oahu, Hawaii Join Date: Aug 2011 Motorcycle(s): 1974 Honda CB550K0 W.I.P. Posts: A lot.	Is that really CF and how much lighter is it than OEM? __________________________________________________ Life's better on the Mountain.

September 5th, 2012, 01:13 AM	#13
Mountain Dew Ambrosia. Name: Jaymie Location: Oahu, Hawaii Join Date: Aug 2011 Motorcycle(s): 1974 Honda CB550K0 W.I.P. Posts: A lot.	Thanks for making actual CF stuff instead of just plastic crap with CF wrap on it. Ever consider making any other bodywork on CF? __________________________________________________ Life's better on the Mountain.

September 5th, 2012, 10:07 PM	#17
Mountain Dew Ambrosia. Name: Jaymie Location: Oahu, Hawaii Join Date: Aug 2011 Motorcycle(s): 1974 Honda CB550K0 W.I.P. Posts: A lot.	When I was in high school I was able to take my ex out to dinner, a movie, AND have money left over for condoms for just $25. __________________________________________________ Life's better on the Mountain.

August 27th, 2012, 08:28 PM	#3
choneofakind ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: . Location: . Join Date: Feb 2011 Motorcycle(s): . Posts: Too much. MOTM - Feb '13, Feb '14	Tyga makes some carbon fiber parts that you might be interested in, idk http://tyga-performance.com/site/ind...2_1045_791_850

September 4th, 2012, 04:07 AM	#4
tygapaul ninjette.org member Name: Paul Location: Thailand Join Date: Jan 2011 Motorcycle(s): Many Posts: 42	Feel free to pm me or drop me an email if you have any questions about our TYGA Performance products.

September 4th, 2012, 04:16 AM	#5
tygapaul ninjette.org member Name: Paul Location: Thailand Join Date: Jan 2011 Motorcycle(s): Many Posts: 42	http://tyga-performance.com/site/ind...th=72_1045_791

September 4th, 2012, 11:39 PM	#7
tygapaul ninjette.org member Name: Paul Location: Thailand Join Date: Jan 2011 Motorcycle(s): Many Posts: 42	Yes, it is really carbon fiber. The side panels are not that much lighter than stock because the originals are not heavy to start with. I don't have figures but I'd say the front fender has a saving over stock of around 100g.

September 5th, 2012, 12:48 AM	#9
Trailerboy531 Gear crash test dummy Name: Max Location: South Bay (So. Cal) Join Date: May 2011 Motorcycle(s): 2010 Ninja 250 race bike, 2014 ZX-636r Posts: A lot.	I have the Tyga carbon fiber side panels and front fender. I can say that they are definitely real carbon fiber and noticeably lighter; although as stated before the side panels are not heavy to begin with so it's not a huge difference. They look reallllly sexy. That having been said they are also very expensive for something that just looks good. I love mine but as I move my 250 from street to a track/racebike the carbon sides will be coming off. (already spoken for, sorry) Keep in mind that $200+ is a lot of money for side panels and a fender... really nice looking side panels and a fender...

September 5th, 2012, 12:55 AM	#10
tygapaul ninjette.org member Name: Paul Location: Thailand Join Date: Jan 2011 Motorcycle(s): Many Posts: 42	come on TrailorBoy; 200 dollars is nothing these days. Three panels for the price of a night out on the town with nothing to show for it but a hangover... You know you made the right decision

September 5th, 2012, 01:04 AM	#12
Trailerboy531 Gear crash test dummy Name: Max Location: South Bay (So. Cal) Join Date: May 2011 Motorcycle(s): 2010 Ninja 250 race bike, 2014 ZX-636r Posts: A lot.	$200 is nothing? Tyga must be doing pretty well... And jesus you guys go hard when you go out! In Tyga's defense they aren't crap quality carbon wrap or anything. They're definitely nicely made and fit well. I'm sad to see them off my bike.

September 5th, 2012, 09:55 PM	#14
tygapaul ninjette.org member Name: Paul Location: Thailand Join Date: Jan 2011 Motorcycle(s): Many Posts: 42	LOL, moved to far East where a night out was cheaper than in the UK. Not sure about the US but last time I was in London, a couple of rounds of drinks, a meal, entry to a club and taxi home and there is no change from 200 dollars I guarantee. Nearly gave me a heart attack. On the other hand, jeez, 20 bucks, you must give your gf a real nice night out Even in Thailand, the cheapest date going; tickets to the movies for two with some popcorn and drinks and fuel there and back will cost you more. You must be a lot better looking than me to get away with that kind of dating

September 5th, 2012, 10:12 PM	#18
tygapaul ninjette.org member Name: Paul Location: Thailand Join Date: Jan 2011 Motorcycle(s): Many Posts: 42	going 5 bucks over budget on the condoms is definitely cheaper in the long run. Ask anyone with a family....

September 5th, 2012, 10:17 PM	#20
Mountain Dew Ambrosia. Name: Jaymie Location: Oahu, Hawaii Join Date: Aug 2011 Motorcycle(s): 1974 Honda CB550K0 W.I.P. Posts: A lot.	So Paul, any plans on any other CF bits? Specifically a headlight fairing (race preferred), side fairings, and solo tail fairing? You guys gonna make stuff for the 2013+ 250s? __________________________________________________ Life's better on the Mountain.

September 5th, 2012, 11:28 PM	#21
tygapaul ninjette.org member Name: Paul Location: Thailand Join Date: Jan 2011 Motorcycle(s): Many Posts: 42	No plans at this stage. Will stock OE Kawasaki parts for new model and maybe make some products for that but not sure yet what.