Tank Protectors

tnr4 · October 25th, 2012, 04:14 PM

So I spent a stupid amount of time choosing a tank protector, because there is so much tank that I contact when riding aggressively. So I wanted to cover a lot of it, but I also didn't want it to look ridiculous. So I went with Carbon Fiber and got the most coverage I could. I *think* I like it, but I haven't decided yet.

Anyone else put a tank pad on yet? Pics?

Here's mine:

Surferboy120 · October 26th, 2012, 05:00 PM

I have been holding off myself till I see some offerings. I need to get one though.

ninjamunky85 · October 26th, 2012, 05:30 PM

Is that a flounder on your tank? Oh, wait it's just your tank pad. lol

tnr4 · October 26th, 2012, 06:36 PM

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Originally Posted by ninjamunky85

Is that a flounder on your tank? Oh, wait it's just your tank pad. lol

Yeah, it's a bit much. But it does the job.

siebadn · October 26th, 2012, 07:18 PM

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Originally Posted by ninjamunky85

Is that a flounder on your tank? Oh, wait it's just your tank pad. lol

I looks like an Owl to me, but I like it. I think the Carbon fiber goes best with the all white and I like the Carbon fiber gas cap protectors as well to tie the whole tank together.

ricochet08 · October 30th, 2012, 11:23 AM

looks great

i got mine on ebay for like 2 bucks but it doesn't look near as good as that one

or maybe i just really like

CC Cowboy · October 30th, 2012, 01:19 PM

Looks like a robot to me. I like the round hole at the bottom. Why would you need a hole in that location?

tnr4 · October 30th, 2012, 01:33 PM

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Originally Posted by siebadn

I looks like an Owl to me, but I like it. I think the Carbon fiber goes best with the all white and I like the Carbon fiber gas cap protectors as well to tie the whole tank together.

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Originally Posted by ricochet08

looks great

i got mine on ebay for like 2 bucks but it doesn't look near as good as that one

or maybe i just really like

Thanks! I think I like it too. What I really want now is the exact same CF cut to fit the sides of the tank to protect when I squeeze the tank. I contacted the ebay guy to ask if he would do custom shapes, but haven't heard anything yet. Oh, and he does gas cap covers too, so I could add one of those to finish out the carbon fiber look.

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Originally Posted by CC Cowboy

Looks like a robot to me. I like the round hole at the bottom. Why would you need a hole in that location?

Yea, I can see the robot. My first thought was something in the Predator's language.

The circle at the bottom is actually the most important piece, because my leathers have a seam that was really starting to damage the clear coat there. The circle at the top, though, is completely superfluous, and I put it on there just cuz I have it. I think I'll take it off.

ricochet08 · October 30th, 2012, 03:54 PM

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Originally Posted by tnr4

Yea, I can see the robot. My first thought was something in the Predator's language.

The circle at the bottom is actually the most important piece, because my leathers have a seam that was really starting to damage the clear coat there. The circle at the top, though, is completely superfluous, and I put it on there just cuz I have it. I think I'll take it off.

I think he meant that as a sexual joke, or maybe i'm just dirty minded

tnr4 · October 30th, 2012, 05:14 PM

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Originally Posted by ricochet08

I think he meant that as a sexual joke, or maybe i'm just dirty minded

Oh. I'm a little slow.

ninjaprof · December 7th, 2012, 12:52 PM

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Originally Posted by tnr4

So I spent a stupid amount of time choosing a tank protector, because there is so much tank that I contact when riding aggressively. So I wanted to cover a lot of it, but I also didn't want it to look ridiculous. So I went with Carbon Fiber and got the most coverage I could. I *think* I like it, but I haven't decided yet.

Anyone else put a tank pad on yet? Pics?

Here's mine:

I think it LOOKS fine, but but there are a lot of "gaps' in its coverage. A one-piece tank protector might be more effective.

I am picking up a new green SE tomorrow morning. I don't want any of the graphics to be covered but a tank protector is essential. I will probably have to use a clear one. I also want some clear "knee pads" to protect the sides of the tank. I haven't been able to locate any clear knee pads so far...

Has anyone else put tank/knees pads on an SE?

tnr4 · December 7th, 2012, 06:52 PM

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Originally Posted by ninjaprof

I think it LOOKS fine, but but there are a lot of "gaps' in its coverage. A one-piece tank protector might be more effective.

I am picking up a new green SE tomorrow morning. I don't want any of the graphics to be covered but a tank protector is essential. I will probably have to use a clear one. I also want some clear "knee pads" to protect the sides of the tank. I haven't been able to locate any clear knee pads so far...

Has anyone else put tank/knees pads on an SE?

So, that tank pad will come off before too long. I've been working with a great guy -- Lucas -- at tankslapper, and he designed a very full tank protection kit out of CF 3M material. It will cover most of the tank top and the knee wells also.

On that note, they are the company I'd go with if I wanted clear protection. Check out their site if you haven't already -- protect the whole tank and the knee wells, and not even be able to see the protection. It's pretty cool. http://thetankslapper.biz

Surferboy120 · December 8th, 2012, 01:42 PM

I just purchased a tankslapper 3M kit I will let you know how it works out.

ilovemotocicleta · January 13th, 2013, 07:24 PM

Surferboy how's the kit. I've been looking at it online

Surferboy120 · January 14th, 2013, 09:07 PM

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Originally Posted by ilovemotocicleta

Surferboy how's the kit. I've been looking at it online

I have been working on my RSX building a custom transmission for it and aftercooler setup for the blower so what I am saying is I am a slacker and have not installed it yet. Oh I need a squeegee too....

I will get it done and report back sometime soon promise.

cory jordan · January 15th, 2013, 12:59 AM

i recieved a clear one for my 250r, i thought it was gonna be lame, but now that its on and have gotten use to it.. i think the clear one is pretty clean.. its clearly a function over form matter... it could be plaid for all i care.

ilovemotocicleta · January 15th, 2013, 09:18 AM

How much coverage is there with it? I'm really wanting it but wanna know if it offers good coverage before I spend money

Minikin_Jo · February 18th, 2013, 02:05 PM

I haven't gotten a tank pad yet. I haven't come across one I like yet!

ilovemotocicleta · February 18th, 2013, 03:45 PM

Try the tankslapper kit I bought it and I love it.

October 26th, 2012, 05:30 PM	#3
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October 30th, 2012, 01:19 PM	#7
CC Cowboy ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Whodat Location: Ware Is.,MA Join Date: Jan 2009 Motorcycle(s): I pass the wind! Posts: A lot. MOTM - Mar '13, Jun '14	Looks like a robot to me. I like the round hole at the bottom. Why would you need a hole in that location? __________________________________________________ If everything seems under control; you're just not going fast enough!

February 18th, 2013, 02:05 PM	#18
Minikin_Jo ninjette.org sage Name: Jo Location: Howard County, MD Join Date: Jun 2012 Motorcycle(s): 2013 Ninja 300 Posts: 528	I haven't gotten a tank pad yet. I haven't come across one I like yet! __________________________________________________ I'm not short, I'm concentrated AWESOME!

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ilovemotocicleta ninjette.org member Name: mark Location: the south Join Date: Jan 2013 Motorcycle(s): ex300,1996 vs800 (sold), 1992 vs800 (hit by car lol) Posts: 18	Try the tankslapper kit I bought it and I love it.