June 14th, 2011, 02:44 PM | #1 |
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Name: Patrick
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Rear wheel hugger....any suggestions??
Hi, im pretty new here. A couple weeks ago i picked up my first bike, a 2010 ninja 250r in blue. I have been looking at a couple of posts on this forum that have helped me greatly on some mods i have done this weekend. ill try and post some pics up of what i did. My next idea was a rear wheel hugger. I have seen a couple on here. And some that have been said to be hard to get. If any one could suggest some brands or websites to go to and or stay away from, i would greatly appreciate it.
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June 14th, 2011, 08:12 PM | #2 |
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Give Scott's hugger a look over. Some info and pics here
http://www.ninjette.org/forums/showt...t=scott+hugger I am hoping you have all your gear. If not, please consider that mod first. And...
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June 14th, 2011, 09:05 PM | #3 |
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oh absolutely, i bought snell helmet, gloves, jacket with armor, and boots before i even bought the bike. Some one i know put it perfectly, "dress for the fall, not for the ride!" and as soon a it stops freakin raining i will be able to take the cover off and take some nice pics.
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June 14th, 2011, 09:39 PM | #4 |
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i got a skidmarx carbon fiber but it rubbed on 140 rear looked great -i got a color matched new scott's big size and its awesome also and pretty affordable for the the color match and quality
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June 15th, 2011, 03:04 PM | #5 |
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Name: Patrick
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Thanks guys, i really like the scotts hugger, and i have heard nothing but good about them. Is there a website i can visit or something to get in touch with this company to purchase?
I really like the Shinto hugger too but i have read some bad press on the guy who sells them! Is this true?? |
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June 15th, 2011, 03:49 PM | #6 |
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I just happened to find this one today. It says it's a mud guard, but it's pretty much a rear hugger. Made by PUIG. Comes painted gloss black or in Carbon Fiber. No pricing though.
http://www.puigusa.com/tuning-bikes/...232-r31-m1689/
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June 15th, 2011, 07:20 PM | #7 |
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I'd recommend the rear hugger / swingarm cover combo from sportisimoto usa but not if you want it any time soon . I missed the gb so I doubt I'll be getting one at all.
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June 15th, 2011, 08:18 PM | #8 |
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i want !! how much did they sell for?
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June 15th, 2011, 08:29 PM | #9 |
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Shinto-Racing also has a hugger. but the Sportisi one looks better.
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June 15th, 2011, 08:32 PM | #10 |
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http://www.ninjette.org/forums/showt...portisi+hugger
The problem is he has to import them from the main retailer in another country and I guess can't afford individual ones. If I remember correctly it even took the gb huggers a few months to get to the buyers . They just look so darn good on our bikes.
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June 16th, 2011, 05:59 AM | #11 |
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I'm waiting for another gb for the sportisi. If you get one going just send me PM...
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June 16th, 2011, 06:18 AM | #12 |
Ridin Dirty
Name: Ed
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we should get a list going of who would want one and maybe that would get some interest started in another GB.. im down for 1!!
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June 16th, 2011, 07:51 AM | #13 |
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just and FYI
I have the sportisi hugger and lets just say the fitment is less then perfect...actually its horrible, so if you an anal person just factor that in, it will fit a 150 with no problem tho.To me it just looks baggy on the swing arm around the axle bolt. On the plus side the paint quality is awesome, unfortunately I had to paint mine flat black bc I bought it off someone and it was originally blue.
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June 16th, 2011, 10:48 AM | #14 |
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I'm down for one also! I really like the new design of the sportisi hugger
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June 16th, 2011, 10:54 AM | #15 | |
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June 16th, 2011, 02:34 PM | #16 |
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Name: Patrick
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If that many people are interested in buying the sportisi hugger in a group buy, who do we have to contact?? cuz i know i made up my mind of which one i want.
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June 16th, 2011, 02:45 PM | #17 |
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Talked to sportisi, Doesnt sound like they want to do a Group Buy...
ME- "Would sportisi be interested in doing another group buy with ninjette? I know three people and me have said they want one, I know there will be more http://www.ninjette.org/forums/showthread.php?p=310053#post310053" Matt- "I'm aware of that it is just a major hassle for almost no profit or even a loss which is what happened last time. I'm turned off to gb's for fragile products as a result."
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June 16th, 2011, 02:46 PM | #18 |
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are you prepared to wait for almost a year for it to show up?
http://www.ninjette.org/forums/showthread.php?t=51228 ...and once it shows up, deal with installation, quality and customer service issues? http://www.ninjette.org/forums/showthread.php?t=70534 |
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June 16th, 2011, 02:49 PM | #19 |
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Didnt know it was that bad!
It looks so good! But I guess its a waste of money, Disappointing Thanks kelly for saving me money
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June 16th, 2011, 04:32 PM | #20 |
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I wouldn't say so. Matt was willing to go above and beyond to correct my issues and I am still VERY satisfied, especially with the price. I just need to rig up something to hold it against the swingarm better. I'm thinking some bent coat-hangers attached to the inside of the hugger that I can slip over the swingarm to make the cover sit flush.
Edit: Maybe velcro is a better idea. I don't want service guys to be thrown for a loop by it! Last futzed with by CZroe; June 18th, 2011 at 09:45 AM. |
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June 16th, 2011, 04:33 PM | #21 | |
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June 16th, 2011, 05:02 PM | #22 |
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Scott Hugger for me
I've decided on getting my hugger from Scott, I emailed him last night inquiring about price, and types... and finishes will post info when I hear back.
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June 16th, 2011, 05:21 PM | #23 |
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I have a skidmarx hugger in gloss black, brand new never taken out of the original packaging that I'm looking to get rid of. Pm me if you're interested.
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June 16th, 2011, 06:12 PM | #24 | |
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According to a Canadian distributor the pricing for Puig huggers are HERE After all the Shinto fiasco's... lets just cross that one off the list. |
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June 16th, 2011, 09:04 PM | #25 |
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Scott hugger info
Heard back from Scott with pics and info....
I've done a bit of searching on the site here and decided to go with Scott's product over the others mainly because it appears that installation of Scott's hugger will be less troublesome, and a better fit... but this is only based on what I've read posted on the site, and until I place my order and get the part I have no firsthand knowledge. I'm still trying to decide if I should go with the carbon fiber, or the painted gloss black As an FYI I thought I'd post up the info I got from Scott, along with the pics he sent along.... I have 3 different huggers for the 08-? ninja 250s. It fits all of the new style ninjas after 08. My first hugger was my classic with a smooth top, then I made the new style which was similar to the front fender with ridges, and last I made a larger new style that would fit the largest tire you can fit on the bike. This hugger looks like the new style but has more attachment area for the swingarm. If you look close, you can see the differences. The pricing is as follows: Primed (ready to paint) or unfinished carbon are $75.95 Matte black huggers are $89.95 (except for my ebay classic huggers) Kawi color huggers are $104.95 to $129.95 depending on the color and number of base colors. Finished Carbon fiber huggers are $159.95 Add $10 to these prices for the larger hugger Prices do not include shipping MORE INFO: Scott sent me more info that I requested regarding the wider hugger in case I opted to put on a larger rear tire in the future, and his opinion on if the wider hugger would look strange mounted on 250 with stock rear tires.... Oh and BTW after looking at a few post on the site regarding larger rear tires I'm opting to keep the rear tire stock size, I think I included all of the pictures that Scott references in his reply to me. >>>>>>> The larger hugger is about 1/2" taller and wider than the std ones so I don't think it will look odd with the stock tire. I think the problem tires are the 140/70 and 150/70 and although the 140 will fit with the std huggers it is very tight. I am told that the 150/60 works just fine since the diameter is close to the stock tire but the width gets a little close. Anyway, I finished my large mold about 2 months ago and have sold about 8 of them. As I said before, it looks much like my other huggers but the swingarm attach area has been enlarged for better stability and I smoothed it out to improve it's looks. The swingarm attach area on the others was made to form right to the shape including the welds so it looks a little wavy. Here are a few pics of the large hugger in carbon. I can make carbon huggers is two different weaves and I think the pics show the thicker weave.
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June 16th, 2011, 10:00 PM | #27 | |
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There is little if any profit in the huggers. Can I afford to bring them over? Yes. Will I? Not anytime soon. It's too much of a headache and to much of a risk.
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June 16th, 2011, 10:51 PM | #28 |
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Matt,
It certainly wasn't 5 months, either. Sorry if you feel I throw you under the bus at every opportunity, but I can assure that is not the case. My obligation is to the members of this site and voiced my opinion on the matter. If you have issues with the post, PM Alex and I will delete it if he feels it is warranted. |
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June 16th, 2011, 11:08 PM | #29 |
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Payments received in middle october. Orders started shipping in march that's 5 months 6 if you count the replacements.
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June 16th, 2011, 11:14 PM | #30 |
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I was going by the creation date for the GB.
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June 17th, 2011, 06:45 AM | #31 | |
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Sorry I forgot to includes Scott's contact email address which is swings5@comcast.net, Oh and by the way congrats on getting your 250 As Jason has mentioned Scott has been very helpful in providing me with answers with any questions I've had. Also I edited my post above, and added additional information Scott sent me with regards to the hugger designed for larger size rear wheels.
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June 17th, 2011, 05:43 PM | #32 |
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Let me know when you're planning on importing more Sportisi huggers, I don't care if it's a group buy or not.
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June 17th, 2011, 05:52 PM | #33 |
Ridin Dirty
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same here.. i want one regardless.
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June 17th, 2011, 07:36 PM | #34 |
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check out scott's -i took off skidmarx and replaced with scott's -i can put bigger tire on -super easy install and looks great-for the price it's a freakin steal for the quality
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June 18th, 2011, 07:53 AM | #35 | |
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June 28th, 2011, 05:42 PM | #36 |
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If Matt can't get the Sportisimoto huggers, is there an alternate source?
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June 28th, 2011, 06:35 PM | #37 |
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So lets get this rolling!
Matt are you getting these from Thailand?
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June 29th, 2011, 10:48 AM | #38 |
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I don't get anything from thailand
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June 29th, 2011, 11:00 AM | #39 |
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this right here is exactly why i refuse to even consider anything from sportisi
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June 29th, 2011, 05:28 PM | #40 |
The Sportisi Master
Name: Matt
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From Sportisi or Just me in general? Because I am not Sportisi I'm just a reseller. I'm sorry you feel that way. But I can't live on this forum. Any customer can email me at any time (best way to get a hold of me) or even call me. I address any issue as they arise and do what is neccessary to solve any problem or issues. Bram was posting up info on the installs and helping He is much more informed on the installation and fixs than I am.
This one group buy end up being a horror story with many things out of my control. And it isn't happening again ever. NO Future GB's on huggers ever. I may bring some over later in the year. Otherwise you guys can order direct from Sportisi and pay the extra shipping.
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