Installing tech specs on 08-12 Ninja.

Sykes92 · March 25th, 2014, 06:56 AM

So normally its recommended to wax and degrease your tank before installing any form of grip. But on for the 08-12 Ninjas, it doesn't go onto the tank, it goes on the plastic piece below the tank. Do I need to do any sort of special prep work still?

ForceofWill · March 25th, 2014, 07:08 AM

If you have any protection on there like armor all or something id strip it off with IPA. Just so it sticks better.

NinjaZX6R123 · March 25th, 2014, 09:53 PM

I have Tech Specs on my ZX6R, CBR600RR, and Ninja 250R. I just make sure the surface is clean and dry. Then, I peel off the adhesive that comes with the Tech Specs because it's poorly made and cut. I use outdoor adhesive and put it on the Tech Specs and apply to the bike. Looks cleaner and better grip.

red26 · March 25th, 2014, 11:23 PM

what adhesive did you use? i also have the same problem with tech spec's one

NinjaZX6R123 · March 25th, 2014, 11:33 PM

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Originally Posted by red26

what adhesive did you use? i also have the same problem with tech spec's one

Just the standard clear outdoor rubber adhesive you can get at Home Depot that comes in a small tube. Once applied let it sit for 24 hours and it's good to go. Doesn't damage paint as to remove I just use a blow dryer like removing decals.

red26 · March 26th, 2014, 04:55 AM

Thanks !

Redgeneral · March 26th, 2014, 05:18 AM

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Originally Posted by Sykes92

So normally its recommended to wax and degrease your tank before installing any form of grip. But on for the 08-12 Ninjas, it doesn't go onto the tank, it goes on the plastic piece below the tank. Do I need to do any sort of special prep work still?

When I prepped my zx-6r for the tech specs (uses 2 pieces just like the 250) I wiped down the area with rubbing alcohol and a microfiber cloth, then applied. No special adhesives required.

They've been on there for an entire year with absolutely no issues.

alex.s · March 26th, 2014, 10:56 AM

clean with soap and water until its sparkly. then clean with alcohol to get the surface super dry once the alcohol evaporates. then put the stickers on.

ninja250r81 · March 26th, 2014, 01:02 PM

striping stuff like that, use dish washing liquid

strips stuff like wax to grease and oil

Sykes92 · March 27th, 2014, 03:26 PM

I just installed em today. I used rubbing alcohol to clean it down, washed my hands, and used a hair dryer to heat it up like the recommended. Fit on the plastic pieces just fine. It said to give it 12 hours to stick, which is about when Ill be off to VA for the day. So it will get a thorough test!

choneofakind · March 27th, 2014, 04:04 PM

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Originally Posted by ForceofWill

If you have any protection on there like armor all or something id strip it off with IPA. Just so it sticks better.

IPA?!

ForceofWill · March 27th, 2014, 06:31 PM

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Originally Posted by choneofakind

IPA?!

Wouldn't waste that.

choneofakind · March 27th, 2014, 07:28 PM

Ohhh! Rubbing alcohol. Derp.

March 25th, 2014, 06:56 AM	#1
Sykes92 Jedi on Two Wheels Name: Cameron Location: Kent Island Join Date: Nov 2013 Motorcycle(s): 2010 Kawasaki Ninja 250r (Slightly Modded) Posts: 489	Installing tech specs on 08-12 Ninja. So normally its recommended to wax and degrease your tank before installing any form of grip. But on for the 08-12 Ninjas, it doesn't go onto the tank, it goes on the plastic piece below the tank. Do I need to do any sort of special prep work still? __________________________________________________ *May the force be with you and keep your rubber side down.*

March 26th, 2014, 10:56 AM	#8
alex.s wat Name: wat Location: tustin/long beach Join Date: Sep 2009 Motorcycle(s): wat Posts: Too much. Blog Entries: 5 MOTM - Oct '12, Feb '14	clean with soap and water until its sparkly. then clean with alcohol to get the surface super dry once the alcohol evaporates. then put the stickers on. __________________________________________________

March 26th, 2014, 01:02 PM	#9
ninja250r81 ninjette.org guru Name: scott Location: australia Join Date: Jan 2012 Motorcycle(s): 2012 ninja 250r se Posts: 435	striping stuff like that, use dish washing liquid strips stuff like wax to grease and oil
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March 27th, 2014, 03:26 PM	#10
Sykes92 Jedi on Two Wheels Name: Cameron Location: Kent Island Join Date: Nov 2013 Motorcycle(s): 2010 Kawasaki Ninja 250r (Slightly Modded) Posts: 489	I just installed em today. I used rubbing alcohol to clean it down, washed my hands, and used a hair dryer to heat it up like the recommended. Fit on the plastic pieces just fine. It said to give it 12 hours to stick, which is about when Ill be off to VA for the day. So it will get a thorough test! __________________________________________________ *May the force be with you and keep your rubber side down.*

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March 25th, 2014, 07:08 AM	#2
ForceofWill Blind 250 Loving Whore Name: Tom Location: Chesapeake, VA Join Date: May 2011 Motorcycle(s): 2008 250R, 02 FZ1, '20 Fat Bob 114 Posts: A lot.	If you have any protection on there like armor all or something id strip it off with IPA. Just so it sticks better.

March 25th, 2014, 09:53 PM	#3
NinjaZX6R123 ninjette.org guru Name: Ninja Location: USA Join Date: Mar 2014 Motorcycle(s): 2013 Ninja ZX6R, 2009 Ninja 250R Posts: 256	I have Tech Specs on my ZX6R, CBR600RR, and Ninja 250R. I just make sure the surface is clean and dry. Then, I peel off the adhesive that comes with the Tech Specs because it's poorly made and cut. I use outdoor adhesive and put it on the Tech Specs and apply to the bike. Looks cleaner and better grip.

March 25th, 2014, 11:23 PM	#4
red26 ninjette.org member Name: red Location: KL, Malaysia Join Date: Apr 2013 Motorcycle(s): Ninja 250R, GSXR600 K4, KX250F,NSR150SP, Yamaha TZM150 Posts: 68	what adhesive did you use? i also have the same problem with tech spec's one

March 26th, 2014, 04:55 AM	#6
red26 ninjette.org member Name: red Location: KL, Malaysia Join Date: Apr 2013 Motorcycle(s): Ninja 250R, GSXR600 K4, KX250F,NSR150SP, Yamaha TZM150 Posts: 68	Thanks !

March 27th, 2014, 07:28 PM	#13
choneofakind ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: . Location: . Join Date: Feb 2011 Motorcycle(s): . Posts: Too much. MOTM - Feb '13, Feb '14	Ohhh! Rubbing alcohol. Derp.