Seat cowl - installation and replacement rubber grommet

ninjablk08 · March 24th, 2009, 06:51 PM

heres what i find to replace rear cowl rubber grommet and its a better fit ,tighter even, got it at Lowe's for $1.20

watcanido · March 24th, 2009, 08:52 PM

lol.. can you take a pic of the actual grommet? all I see is the ripped open packaging? also can you still lift up the rear of the cowl? and when you take off the cowl does the grommet come off as well? thanks for sharing.

ninjablk08 · March 24th, 2009, 09:23 PM

ill take pic of it tomorrow ,cause it a tight fit both on cowl and metal bar

Small Ninja · March 24th, 2009, 11:45 PM

Ha i was thinking the same thing wheres it at?

HKr1 · March 25th, 2009, 05:00 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by watcanido

lol.. can you take a pic of the actual grommet? all I see is the ripped open packaging?

Was kinda funny with a pic of the open package. If it was a pic of just the grommet, Iam sure somebody would of been saying... Thats nice, but what kind.. what the p/n. < what isle is it on

Some good info none the less

ninjablk08 · March 25th, 2009, 06:22 PM

here r the new pics of rubber grommet and install on bracket ,its a tight fit u can hear it snap in place when u push the back side down, its on the isle where the bolts and washer are, its in a draw mark rubber grommets, you can even see the shape of the post from the cowl,and when i remove cowl rubber stays on the bracket,i think it works well

M-Oorb · March 26th, 2009, 07:41 AM

Does the rear cowl seem like it has a flusher fit? This is one of my main issues with the cowl and if they makes a better fit I'd lov to get it...cheap fix

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ninjablk08 · March 26th, 2009, 06:33 PM

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Originally Posted by M-Oorb

Does the rear cowl seem like it has a flusher fit? This is one of my main issues with the cowl and if they makes a better fit I'd lov to get it...cheap fix

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here r before and after[ATTACH] i used the two small rubber stops from rear seat added small cushion to ea one ,left the two back rear cowl rubber stops on , took off locking bar off bent it with long socket slightly,done

Visus · April 3rd, 2009, 09:44 PM

Awww, yeah!

soloseatcowling.jpg

hieuster · April 3rd, 2009, 10:24 PM

I'll take it, Thanks!

Looking real nicee!

I wish I had the money to cough up for one. Just spent my life savings on a yoshi slip on this week.

Sound Wave · April 3rd, 2009, 11:21 PM

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Originally Posted by hieuster

Just spent my life savings on a yoshi slip on this week.

oh you poor thing. you only have an exhaust.

man, i wish i could afford an exhaust for my bike. i would much rather have an exhaust than a cowl seat.

as finances would have it, i can only afford the cowl seat also.

mine should hopefully come in sometime early next week.

looking good todd!

M-Oorb · April 4th, 2009, 12:01 PM

Shoulda saved for a full system

rceezy · April 4th, 2009, 05:47 PM

Yum... I can't wait to get one! Where did you purchase it from?

Visus · April 4th, 2009, 07:03 PM

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Originally Posted by rceezy

Yum... I can't wait to get one! Where did you purchase it from?

eBay has your cowling needs.

voodoomaster · April 4th, 2009, 07:12 PM

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Originally Posted by rceezy

Yum... I can't wait to get one! Where did you purchase it from?

I got mine from a dealer on Ebay for about $100 bucks. I can't decide if that cowl looks better than the OEM seat or not

Buffalony · April 5th, 2009, 04:39 AM

yeah me too. Something is just a little funny about it.

ninjabrewer · April 5th, 2009, 05:12 PM

Looking good Todd, I have one on mine also, the only drawback is if you see a really gorgeous lady hitch hiking, not place for her to ride.

nb

HKr1 · April 5th, 2009, 07:34 PM

Now you gotta lift your leg higher

rceezy · April 5th, 2009, 07:54 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ninjabrewer

Looking good Todd, I have one on mine also, the only drawback is if you see a really gorgeous lady hitch hiking, not place for her to ride.

nb

hehe, She'll have to get her own baby then!

Jiu Jitsu Player · April 5th, 2009, 08:13 PM

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Originally Posted by Buffalony

yeah me too. Something is just a little funny about it.

I noticed this too. I think it has something to do with the additional space that comes with the passenger seat strap. When I put the cowl on or the rear seat (now strapless thanks to custom seat creations) it just looks a bit off and there is a noticeable gap from where the strap was.

Visus · April 6th, 2009, 01:10 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ninjabrewer

Looking good Todd, I have one on mine also, the only drawback is if you see a really gorgeous lady hitch hiking, not place for her to ride.

nb

Hey, if Bond can do it handcuffed....

paterick4o8 · April 6th, 2009, 01:38 AM

looks likes it's sticking up a little on the right side, or is it just me?

another drawback is that you can't hook a helmet to the trunk anymore with this on :/

Sound Wave · April 6th, 2009, 01:48 AM

from what i understand, if you don't adjust them, they pretty much all have that gap up in the front.

Visus · April 6th, 2009, 03:25 AM

Yes, apparently, they don't fit seamlessly to the tail, but it still looks cool so all of your arguments shall be ignored.

miks · April 6th, 2009, 04:39 AM

Bond is a

Sound Wave · April 6th, 2009, 06:26 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Visus

Yes, apparently, they don't fit seamlessly to the tail, but it still looks cool so all of your arguments shall be ignored.

up to you. lol.

M-Oorb · April 6th, 2009, 08:35 AM

I had this problem with the fitment of my cowl as well. I dunno what kawi was thinking when they designed this thing but they should hav done a better job with the gap in the front. Yet I've seen other peoples and its not that bad...seems to be a hit or miss thing unfortunatly. If you have this big gap in front...remember to pop on the rear seat when washing your bike cause water seems to love going under there with the cowl on.
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Shift250R · April 6th, 2009, 09:21 AM

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Originally Posted by paterick4o8

looks likes it's sticking up a little on the right side, or is it just me?

another drawback is that you can't hook a helmet to the trunk anymore with this on :/

It comes with a little indention on the left side so you can still use the hook for your helmet strap. I never use it but ive tried it with my cowl and it works. Im not sure if its just me but I think when you first put it on its really high and then after a while it goes down a bit.

paterick4o8 · April 6th, 2009, 09:25 AM

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Originally Posted by Shift250R

It comes with a little indention on the left side so you can still use the hook for your helmet strap. I never use it but ive tried it with my cowl and it works. Im not sure if its just me but I think when you first put it on its really high and then after a while it goes down a bit.

hmm ok. someone with the cowl told me you can't put the helmet on. if it does work like you say, sounds good if you're riding solo if you can hook it when parked, but won't make sense to use if you go 2up.

maybe i'll consider getting one now

Buffalony · April 6th, 2009, 10:40 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by paterick4o8

hmm ok. someone with the cowl told me you can't put the helmet on. if it does work like you say, sounds good if you're riding solo if you can hook it when parked, but won't make sense to use if you go 2up.

maybe i'll consider getting one now

Yeah an older version of the cowl didnt have openings for the helmet strap. All newer makes have this now.

paterick4o8 · April 6th, 2009, 10:42 AM

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Originally Posted by Buffalony

Yeah an older version of the cowl didnt have openings for the helmet strap. All newer makes have this now.

good to know. thanks for the info

Jiu Jitsu Player · April 6th, 2009, 05:16 PM

I'm more concerned with the gap in front if anything. I don't have mine yet but tried one on my bike just to check it out and the gap is almost a 1/4 inch. Not to mention the thing doesnt really secure all the way so it can possibly be lifted up by anyone walking by.

Im not too concerned with the whole helmet issue since I never leave mine on the bike..trust no one. Does anyone who has had the cowl for a while have problems with either the lifting issue or the gap in front?
Also- some of those cowls on ebay seem to be aftermarket ones and not the authentic Kawi versions. Anyone notice a real difference between the two?

sometimesido · April 6th, 2009, 05:23 PM

so, where is the picture of this "gap?"
My buddy's gxr cowl has a huge gap...

Visus · April 6th, 2009, 05:25 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jiu Jitsu Player

I'm more concerned with the gap in front if anything. I don't have mine yet but tried one on my bike just to check it out and the gap is almost a 1/4 inch. Not to mention the thing doesnt really secure all the way so it can possibly be lifted up by anyone walking by.

Im not too concerned with the whole helmet issue since I never leave mine on the bike..trust no one. Does anyone who has had the cowl for a while have problems with either the lifting issue or the gap in front?
Also- some of those cowls on ebay seem to be aftermarket ones and not the authentic Kawi versions. Anyone notice a real difference between the two?

Make sure the bracket which has the notch that secures the cowl is on the right way. When I first put it on, the notch was on the wrong way and would not catch. Rotated the bracket so the notch was inline with the locking mechanism and it's secure now.

kkim · April 6th, 2009, 05:30 PM

this is what a proper fitting cowl should look like. it is a picture from kawasaki PR. Is this the gap you guys are bitching about?

SF-Dug · April 6th, 2009, 05:49 PM

I just got mine today and the rear rubber grommet is driving me nuts. I figured out how to lock the front by pushing down on it so that the latch catches. The rear portion though just lifts up way to easily and the rubber grommet dislodges as well. I hope the break in period as some have suggested happens quickly. I might have to head to a hardware store to see if they have a rubber grommet that can work as a better replacement then the stock one that came with the seat cowl.

Jiu Jitsu Player · April 6th, 2009, 05:55 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by kkim

this is what a proper fitting cowl should look like. it is a picture from kawasaki PR. Is this the gap you guys are bitching about?

Nope. Actually the one you posted is perfect Kelly. What I'm talking about is more in line with the pic in the very first post. That's about the size gap I had on the one I tried on. Granted I didn't try reversing the grommmet or whatever someone had suggested, I was just curious about the gap. If yours looks like your picture though, then I have no worries....other than someone being able to lift my cowl and jack whatever is underneath. but visually- no worries!

kkim · April 6th, 2009, 06:00 PM

yeah, the front and rear rubber standoffs that you install into the cowl when you buy it can easily be reversed. In the instructions they warn you about using the correct ones in the proper places. check to see if yours are reversed. I can't remember offhand where the bigger ones go... front or back.

Jiu Jitsu Player · April 6th, 2009, 06:14 PM

Kkim, wise beyond belief you are!

kkim · April 6th, 2009, 06:23 PM

nah... just seen other with those standoffs reversed.

March 24th, 2009, 09:23 PM	#3
ninjablk08 ninjette.org guru Name: oscar Location: antioch, ca (bay area) Join Date: Feb 2009 Motorcycle(s): blk ninja 250 2008 Posts: 391	ill take pic of it tomorrow ,cause it a tight fit both on cowl and metal bar __________________________________________________ 2 bro CFSO, factory pro 3, hotbody DS , krayzie graphics rim tape, brake flasher, DIY fender chop, DIY flushmounts & LED rear, K&N filter, 15/43 Driven, DID race chain, air stuff removed, clipons

April 3rd, 2009, 09:44 PM	#9
Visus ninjette.org member Name: Todd Location: Hawaii Join Date: Feb 2009 Motorcycle(s): 2008 Ninja 250r Posts: 57	Solo Seat Cowling Awww, yeah! soloseatcowling.jpg

April 5th, 2009, 04:39 AM	#16
Buffalony ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Joe Location: Buffalo NY Join Date: Jan 2009 Motorcycle(s): 08 Ninja 250 "Wasabi", 82 Yamaha xj650j Posts: A lot.	yeah me too. Something is just a little funny about it. __________________________________________________

April 5th, 2009, 05:12 PM	#17
ninjabrewer dirty old man Name: Chris Location: Hazel Green, AL Join Date: Nov 2008 Motorcycle(s): Blue '08 Ninja 250 Posts: A lot. Blog Entries: 1	Looking good Todd, I have one on mine also, the only drawback is if you see a really gorgeous lady hitch hiking, not place for her to ride. nb __________________________________________________ Death tugs at my ear and says, "Live, I am coming." -Oliver Wendell Holmes, Sr., poet, novelist, essayist, and physician (1809-1894) www.friendsofsanonofre.org

April 6th, 2009, 04:39 AM	#25
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March 24th, 2009, 08:52 PM	#2
watcanido ninjette.org member Name: Jhaqui Location: Earth Join Date: Jan 2009 Motorcycle(s): 2009 Kawasaki Ninja 250R Posts: 83	lol.. can you take a pic of the actual grommet? all I see is the ripped open packaging? also can you still lift up the rear of the cowl? and when you take off the cowl does the grommet come off as well? thanks for sharing.

March 24th, 2009, 11:45 PM	#4
Small Ninja ninjette.org member Name: Kayla Location: Tempe, AZ Join Date: Dec 2008 Motorcycle(s): 2008 Ninja 250 Candy Plasma Blue Posts: 67	Ha i was thinking the same thing wheres it at?

March 26th, 2009, 07:41 AM	#7
M-Oorb ninjette.org sage Name: Matt Location: South East Florida/Rutgers University Join Date: Dec 2008 Motorcycle(s): 2008 250r (Fastest Color) Posts: 914	Does the rear cowl seem like it has a flusher fit? This is one of my main issues with the cowl and if they makes a better fit I'd lov to get it...cheap fix Posted via Mobile Device

April 3rd, 2009, 10:24 PM	#10
hieuster ninjette.org member Name: Danny Location: Houston, TX Join Date: Feb 2009 Motorcycle(s): 2009 Kawasaki Ninja 250r Posts: 42	I'll take it, Thanks! Looking real nicee! I wish I had the money to cough up for one. Just spent my life savings on a yoshi slip on this week.

April 4th, 2009, 12:01 PM	#12
M-Oorb ninjette.org sage Name: Matt Location: South East Florida/Rutgers University Join Date: Dec 2008 Motorcycle(s): 2008 250r (Fastest Color) Posts: 914	Shoulda saved for a full system

April 4th, 2009, 05:47 PM	#13
rceezy Lean Me Name: RC Location: America Join Date: Mar 2009 Motorcycle(s): 2008 Ninja 250 Posts: 678 Blog Entries: 4	Yum... I can't wait to get one! Where did you purchase it from?

April 5th, 2009, 07:34 PM	#18
HKr1 IC2(SW) Name: Kerry Location: Pensacola Join Date: Nov 2008 Motorcycle(s): . Posts: A lot.	Now you gotta lift your leg higher

April 6th, 2009, 01:38 AM	#22
paterick4o8 ninjette.org sage Name: patricK Location: San Jose, CA--BAY AREA! Join Date: Mar 2009 Motorcycle(s): '08 blue 250R [sold]. '09 lime ZX-6R [stolen :( ]. '06 blue 636. Posts: 918	looks likes it's sticking up a little on the right side, or is it just me? another drawback is that you can't hook a helmet to the trunk anymore with this on :/

April 6th, 2009, 01:48 AM	#23
Sound Wave Ramen Rider Name: Gary Location: Honolulu, Hawaii Join Date: Jan 2009 Motorcycle(s): 2015 BMW R1200R, 08 Honda VFR800A (sold), 09 Ninja 250R (sold) Posts: A lot.	from what i understand, if you don't adjust them, they pretty much all have that gap up in the front.

April 6th, 2009, 03:25 AM	#24
Visus ninjette.org member Name: Todd Location: Hawaii Join Date: Feb 2009 Motorcycle(s): 2008 Ninja 250r Posts: 57	Yes, apparently, they don't fit seamlessly to the tail, but it still looks cool so all of your arguments shall be ignored.

April 6th, 2009, 08:35 AM	#27
M-Oorb ninjette.org sage Name: Matt Location: South East Florida/Rutgers University Join Date: Dec 2008 Motorcycle(s): 2008 250r (Fastest Color) Posts: 914	I had this problem with the fitment of my cowl as well. I dunno what kawi was thinking when they designed this thing but they should hav done a better job with the gap in the front. Yet I've seen other peoples and its not that bad...seems to be a hit or miss thing unfortunatly. If you have this big gap in front...remember to pop on the rear seat when washing your bike cause water seems to love going under there with the cowl on. Posted via Mobile Device

April 6th, 2009, 05:16 PM	#32
Jiu Jitsu Player Live 2 Ride Forced 2 Work Name: Chris Location: Guam Join Date: Mar 2009 Motorcycle(s): 2008 RED 250r Posts: 386	I'm more concerned with the gap in front if anything. I don't have mine yet but tried one on my bike just to check it out and the gap is almost a 1/4 inch. Not to mention the thing doesnt really secure all the way so it can possibly be lifted up by anyone walking by. Im not too concerned with the whole helmet issue since I never leave mine on the bike..trust no one. Does anyone who has had the cowl for a while have problems with either the lifting issue or the gap in front? Also- some of those cowls on ebay seem to be aftermarket ones and not the authentic Kawi versions. Anyone notice a real difference between the two? __________________________________________________ SAVAGE MODE: [ON] OFF www.7milesdown.com

April 6th, 2009, 05:23 PM	#33
sometimesido ninjette.org sage Name: Chris Location: Norcross, GA Join Date: Mar 2009 Motorcycle(s): 2006 250R Posts: 772 Blog Entries: 14	so, where is the picture of this "gap?" My buddy's gxr cowl has a huge gap... __________________________________________________ my flickr™

April 6th, 2009, 05:30 PM	#35
kkim Join Date: Nov 2008 Posts: Too much.	this is what a proper fitting cowl should look like. it is a picture from kawasaki PR. Is this the gap you guys are bitching about?

April 6th, 2009, 05:49 PM	#36
SF-Dug ninjette.org member Name: Dug Location: SF Bay Area Join Date: Dec 2008 Motorcycle(s): 2008 Ninja 250r Posts: 81	I just got mine today and the rear rubber grommet is driving me nuts. I figured out how to lock the front by pushing down on it so that the latch catches. The rear portion though just lifts up way to easily and the rubber grommet dislodges as well. I hope the break in period as some have suggested happens quickly. I might have to head to a hardware store to see if they have a rubber grommet that can work as a better replacement then the stock one that came with the seat cowl.

April 6th, 2009, 06:00 PM	#38
kkim Join Date: Nov 2008 Posts: Too much.	yeah, the front and rear rubber standoffs that you install into the cowl when you buy it can easily be reversed. In the instructions they warn you about using the correct ones in the proper places. check to see if yours are reversed. I can't remember offhand where the bigger ones go... front or back.

April 6th, 2009, 06:14 PM	#39
Jiu Jitsu Player Live 2 Ride Forced 2 Work Name: Chris Location: Guam Join Date: Mar 2009 Motorcycle(s): 2008 RED 250r Posts: 386	Kkim, wise beyond belief you are! __________________________________________________ SAVAGE MODE: [ON] OFF www.7milesdown.com

April 6th, 2009, 06:23 PM	#40
kkim Join Date: Nov 2008 Posts: Too much.	nah... just seen other with those standoffs reversed.

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