tire hugger

bikermunda · February 13th, 2009, 02:19 PM

i am looking to buy a tire hugger for my 250R and wonder where can i find it from ?

does anyknow if it is even worth having a tire hugger on my bike ?

00v_Lucky · February 13th, 2009, 10:35 PM

Yes yes, and yes.
It will keep from any rocks and such from damaging your bike (not like you get much damage from dust and stuff anyways but, its always nice to have)

This guy is named Scott, very chill guy, im thinking of buying from him soon when I have enough.

swings5@comcast.net <--- oops lol here you go.

From my e-mail

"Primed or unfinished Carbon are $74.95, matte black is $89.95, kawi colors are 109.95, and finished carbon is $129.95 (takes forever to get all the pin holes filled with clear). These prices do not include shipping which is usually $10 to $15 domestic and $30 to $35 international (except canada which is much like domestic). I will include some pics so you can see the two styles. The classic can be trimmed to look like the new style at the rear (pointier). "

If you are still interested email him and he will send you some pictures.

hope this helps.

And he is pretty legit, many 250 riders from kawiforums bought it from him already. (hopefully this isnt site pimping)

kkim · February 13th, 2009, 10:37 PM

lol... what's his email?

bikermunda · February 13th, 2009, 11:09 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 00v_Lucky

Yes yes, and yes.
It will keep from any rocks and such from damaging your bike (not like you get much damage from dust and stuff anyways but, its always nice to have)

This guy is named Scott, very chill guy, im thinking of buying from him soon when I have enough.

swings5@comcast.net <--- oops lol here you go.

From my e-mail

"Primed or unfinished Carbon are $74.95, matte black is $89.95, kawi colors are 109.95, and finished carbon is $129.95 (takes forever to get all the pin holes filled with clear). These prices do not include shipping which is usually $10 to $15 domestic and $30 to $35 international (except canada which is much like domestic). I will include some pics so you can see the two styles. The classic can be trimmed to look like the new style at the rear (pointier). "

If you are still interested email him and he will send you some pictures.

hope this helps.

And he is pretty legit, many 250 riders from kawiforums bought it from him already. (hopefully this isnt site pimping)

thanks for a detailed reply and i will email him for sure to take my quest to get a tire hugger further

watcanido · February 14th, 2009, 12:31 AM

can you post some pics? please

Ninja007 · February 14th, 2009, 12:57 AM

I bought the tire hugger from Scott last year. It's a pretty good tire hugger for what you pay. For those not willing to shell out $175+, this is a great snag. I bought the "unfinished" carbon version, bought some flat black paint to match the chain guard and I already had some polyurethane sittin' around to gloss the carbon/protect it.

noche_caliente · February 14th, 2009, 10:57 AM

If you're looking to get that one, you might check with Bryan on here - he's the one who did the original install for it - he got it for about $100 and was one of the first ones to get it... I think it's worth asking him before parting with your cash...

delvey91 · February 14th, 2009, 02:47 PM

This is my tire hugger. Its made by skidmarx

HKr1 · February 14th, 2009, 04:30 PM

Think we just might go for the 75 dollar one

Quote:

Originally Posted by delvey91

This is my tire hugger. Its made by skidmarx

This one looks nice too. I believe I e-mailed them about purchasing one....They in turn, directed me to a us importer < that doubled the price. Oh well, just another way to loose a customer

JaeL · August 18th, 2009, 06:25 AM

I emailed this gentlemen a few moments ago.

Mo1981 · August 18th, 2009, 07:26 AM

He's who I went through.
Posted via Mobile Device

Banzai · August 18th, 2009, 07:31 AM

I have one of the "Ebay tire huggers" too. Great deal, and looks great. I'll post pics later when I get home.

addy126 · August 20th, 2009, 08:00 PM

I picked up matte black new style from Scott 2 months ago... works well for the price. ** Note the double sided tape sent may not hold when water and dirt works on it from below. Got fresh auto double sided and its held perfectly.

JaeL · August 21st, 2009, 05:41 AM

Scott is on a cruise right now and will get back to me when he gets back. Mayb we can get him to hook us up witha ninjette dizzycount!

JaeL · September 7th, 2009, 10:46 AM

Quote:

Hi,

Here are some pics of the huggers I make. The classic has a smooth top and the new styel has ridges similar to the front fender. Pricing as follows, primed or unfinished carbon $74.95, matte black $89.95, painted kawi colors (base/clear) with matte black on the overlaps $109.95, and finished carbon fiber $129.95. These prices do not include shipping and that usually runs under $10 in the US and under $20 international. Usually I send a paypal invoice when they are ready to ship. Just let me know if you want one. Scott

HKr1 · September 7th, 2009, 02:51 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JaeL

Hi,

Here are some pics of the huggers I make.

This looks like the one I bought from a forum member(pantera). Its pretty nice, and simple to install

Was the matte black one!

randomwalk101 · October 7th, 2009, 04:37 PM

anyone knows if the BT-16 (size 150) will fit with this hugger on?

ztrack157 · October 7th, 2009, 05:10 PM

I would say no if the chain guard hits the tire plus unlike the sportisi hugger you can't add a spacer. But after all there is only one way to find out.

Ken · October 7th, 2009, 05:17 PM

Hi John,

Scott's hugger does clear the 150 tire without any problems, however the 150 tire rubs the chain guard as mentioned by Matt. I made a notch on the chain guard for clearance. I'll take a pic of it when I have time so you can see.

kkim · October 8th, 2009, 12:08 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Ken

Scott's hugger does clear the 150 tire without any problems, however the 150 tire rubs the chain guard as mentioned by Matt. I made a notch on the chain guard for clearance. I'll take a pic of it when I have time so you can see.

thanks for the info, Ken.

Ken · October 8th, 2009, 09:34 AM

Will smooth out the edges of the cutout when I have time.

killerkay3 · October 8th, 2009, 04:12 PM

how difficult are they to install?

ztrack157 · October 8th, 2009, 04:32 PM

1 bolt plus velcro.

HKr1 · October 8th, 2009, 05:18 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ztrack157

1 bolt plus velcro.

Maybe in the pics there, the velcro was to raise it up some for the 150 tire.

Because it fits so tight on the chain gaurd, it only use's a bit of double sided tape on the swingarm...... to keep that far edge from flopping. < if it even would

This pic makes want to go remove stickers.........

Custom Seat Creations · October 8th, 2009, 07:04 PM

I highly recommend Scott.

I purchase one of his original hugger designs and loved it. He's great to work with.

Plasmatoast · October 9th, 2009, 02:55 AM

I actually Purchased his First Carbon Fiber Hugger Scott put up for sale,
It looks like he has gotten the Bugs out of the design and they look great.

Mine has worked Perfect for the 13000 miles it has been on, Don't use Double stick tape, Pick up some adhesive Backed industrial or "outside use" Velcro, it'll make your life a lot easier

c717905 · October 11th, 2009, 01:52 PM

These look really good and I am seriously thinking about getting the CF hugger. Anyone w/ one want to give a more detailed opinion?

February 13th, 2009, 02:19 PM	#1
bikermunda Ninja World YAY Name: Vik Location: Bay Area Join Date: Feb 2009 Motorcycle(s): Ninja 250 Posts: 102	tire hugger i am looking to buy a tire hugger for my 250R and wonder where can i find it from ? does anyknow if it is even worth having a tire hugger on my bike ?

August 18th, 2009, 06:25 AM	#10
JaeL Bike Thrasher Name: JaeL Location: Omaha Join Date: Apr 2009 Motorcycle(s): 2008 EX250r Posts: 334 Blog Entries: 10	I emailed this gentlemen a few moments ago. __________________________________________________ Intuitive Sliders, Aftermarket pegs, Custom Paint, Seat Cowl, Tinted Screen, Aftermarket flush mounts, Wheel Tape, Fender Chopped, Stock Shortie Exhaust and Woodcraft ClipOns

August 18th, 2009, 07:31 AM	#12
Banzai Psychic war veteran Name: Thomas Location: Norfolk, VA Join Date: May 2009 Motorcycle(s): Kawi Green '09 Ninja ZX6R Posts: 663	I have one of the "Ebay tire huggers" too. Great deal, and looks great. I'll post pics later when I get home. __________________________________________________ * If you're arguing with some idiot over the internet, chances are pretty good he's doing the same thing! Zodiac Mindwarp and the Love Reaction

August 21st, 2009, 05:41 AM	#14
JaeL Bike Thrasher Name: JaeL Location: Omaha Join Date: Apr 2009 Motorcycle(s): 2008 EX250r Posts: 334 Blog Entries: 10	Scott is on a cruise right now and will get back to me when he gets back. Mayb we can get him to hook us up witha ninjette dizzycount! __________________________________________________ Intuitive Sliders, Aftermarket pegs, Custom Paint, Seat Cowl, Tinted Screen, Aftermarket flush mounts, Wheel Tape, Fender Chopped, Stock Shortie Exhaust and Woodcraft ClipOns

October 7th, 2009, 05:10 PM	#18
ztrack157 The Sportisi Master Name: Matt Location: Chico Join Date: May 2009 Motorcycle(s): 2008 Ninja 250 Posts: A lot.	I would say no if the chain guard hits the tire plus unlike the sportisi hugger you can't add a spacer. But after all there is only one way to find out. __________________________________________________ Sportisimoto USA is born.

February 13th, 2009, 10:35 PM	#2
00v_Lucky ninjette.org sage Name: Howard Location: Cypress, So. Cal. Join Date: Feb 2009 Motorcycle(s): '09 Candy Thunder Blue Ninja 250R Posts: 618	Yes yes, and yes. It will keep from any rocks and such from damaging your bike (not like you get much damage from dust and stuff anyways but, its always nice to have) This guy is named Scott, very chill guy, im thinking of buying from him soon when I have enough. swings5@comcast.net <--- oops lol here you go. From my e-mail "Primed or unfinished Carbon are $74.95, matte black is $89.95, kawi colors are 109.95, and finished carbon is $129.95 (takes forever to get all the pin holes filled with clear). These prices do not include shipping which is usually $10 to $15 domestic and $30 to $35 international (except canada which is much like domestic). I will include some pics so you can see the two styles. The classic can be trimmed to look like the new style at the rear (pointier). " If you are still interested email him and he will send you some pictures. hope this helps. And he is pretty legit, many 250 riders from kawiforums bought it from him already. (hopefully this isnt site pimping)

February 13th, 2009, 10:37 PM	#3
kkim Join Date: Nov 2008 Posts: Too much.	lol... what's his email?

February 14th, 2009, 12:31 AM	#5
watcanido ninjette.org member Name: Jhaqui Location: Earth Join Date: Jan 2009 Motorcycle(s): 2009 Kawasaki Ninja 250R Posts: 83	can you post some pics? please

February 14th, 2009, 10:57 AM	#7
noche_caliente ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Kim Location: mundo de ensueño Join Date: Nov 2008 Motorcycle(s): '08 250 Posts: A lot.	If you're looking to get that one, you might check with Bryan on here - he's the one who did the original install for it - he got it for about $100 and was one of the first ones to get it... I think it's worth asking him before parting with your cash...

February 14th, 2009, 02:47 PM	#8
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	This is my tire hugger. Its made by skidmarx

August 18th, 2009, 07:26 AM	#11
Mo1981 ninjette.org member Name: Matt Location: Keller, TX Join Date: Dec 2008 Motorcycle(s): 2008 Ebony Ninja 250R Posts: 137	He's who I went through. Posted via Mobile Device

August 20th, 2009, 08:00 PM	#13
addy126 ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: addy126 Location: Tx Join Date: May 2009 Motorcycle(s): '09 Kawasaki N-250 + '09 Vulcan 900 Classic Lt Posts: A lot.	I picked up matte black new style from Scott 2 months ago... works well for the price. ** Note the double sided tape sent may not hold when water and dirt works on it from below. Got fresh auto double sided and its held perfectly.

October 7th, 2009, 04:37 PM	#17
randomwalk101 self wrencher Name: john Location: houston Join Date: Dec 2008 Motorcycle(s): 08 250r and 07 600r Posts: A lot.	anyone knows if the BT-16 (size 150) will fit with this hugger on?

October 7th, 2009, 05:17 PM	#19
Ken "Is that the Ninjer 1000? Name: Ken Location: SoCal SGV Join Date: Nov 2008 Motorcycle(s): 2008 Quarter Liter Kawi Posts: 275	Hi John, Scott's hugger does clear the 150 tire without any problems, however the 150 tire rubs the chain guard as mentioned by Matt. I made a notch on the chain guard for clearance. I'll take a pic of it when I have time so you can see. __________________________________________________ My Mods

October 8th, 2009, 09:34 AM	#21
Ken "Is that the Ninjer 1000? Name: Ken Location: SoCal SGV Join Date: Nov 2008 Motorcycle(s): 2008 Quarter Liter Kawi Posts: 275	Will smooth out the edges of the cutout when I have time. __________________________________________________ My Mods

October 8th, 2009, 04:12 PM	#22
killerkay3 =°°= Name: Imran Location: Bergen County, NJ Join Date: Sep 2009 Motorcycle(s): 2009 Yamaha R6 / 2008 Green Ninja 250 (Sold) Posts: 103	how difficult are they to install?

October 8th, 2009, 04:32 PM	#23
ztrack157 The Sportisi Master Name: Matt Location: Chico Join Date: May 2009 Motorcycle(s): 2008 Ninja 250 Posts: A lot.	1 bolt plus velcro. __________________________________________________ Sportisimoto USA is born.

October 8th, 2009, 07:04 PM	#25
Custom Seat Creations Sportbike Seat Covers Name: Becky Location: Colorado Springs Join Date: Dec 2008 Motorcycle(s): 10' Special Edition Tribal 250 Red/Black ; 08' Ninja 250 (RIP by a cager); 05' Honda CBR 600 Posts: 235	I highly recommend Scott. I purchase one of his original hugger designs and loved it. He's great to work with. __________________________________________________ Bonanzle Store-CSC Seat Covers

October 9th, 2009, 02:55 AM	#26
Plasmatoast ninjette.org member Name: Ryan Location: Augusta Me Join Date: Dec 2008 Motorcycle(s): 09 250R - 08 250R - 03 250EX - 86 KLR 250 Posts: 60	I actually Purchased his First Carbon Fiber Hugger Scott put up for sale, It looks like he has gotten the Bugs out of the design and they look great. Mine has worked Perfect for the 13000 miles it has been on, Don't use Double stick tape, Pick up some adhesive Backed industrial or "outside use" Velcro, it'll make your life a lot easier

October 11th, 2009, 01:52 PM	#27
c717905 ninjette.org member Name: Aaron Location: Kansas City, MO Join Date: Jul 2009 Motorcycle(s): 2009 Black Ninja 250, 2009 Black ZX-6r Posts: 80	These look really good and I am seriously thinking about getting the CF hugger. Anyone w/ one want to give a more detailed opinion? __________________________________________________ Black '09 250R: Bridgestone BT-021s-Yoshi CF Slip-On-Fender Eliminator-Corbin Seat-Seat Cowl-Proton Flushmounts-BikeLiteZ Taillight-LED Glow-HIDs-Reflective Rimtape-Yoshi Rearsets-MRA DB Windscreen

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