So I noticed the other day in the sun, my jacket seems to be starting to scratch the black tank right where it meets the seat front. BRP does not carry a protector sticker for that area on the F3, nor will they next year. Anyone have any other source for a clear plastic sticker type protector I can custom fit for that area?
So I noticed the other day in the sun, my jacket seems to be starting to scratch the black tank right where it meets the seat front. BRP does not carry a protector sticker for that area on the F3, nor will they next year. Anyone have any other source for a clear plastic sticker type protector I can custom fit for that area?
I took mine to place that does clear bras for cars, they put a clear piece on there and you can hardly tell unless you're looking for it.
2015 F3s White
BRP Drivers and Passenger backrest
Blue Ridge windshield
Corbin Saddle Bags
So I noticed the other day in the sun, my jacket seems to be starting to scratch the black tank right where it meets the seat front. BRP does not carry a protector sticker for that area on the F3, nor will they next year. Anyone have any other source for a clear plastic sticker type protector I can custom fit for that area?
BRP supplied to squares of clear plastic to protect the panel by the passenger pegs when they are up, my plan is to use those as a tank protector
We now have His and Hers Spyders.
Current Spyder, 2015 F3 Steel Black, Passenger Backrest, Blue Ridge Screen with Xcreen Extention, Akrapovic Muffler, Attitude Handlebars, Blades front rims, RT Swaybar,
Her Spyder 2011 Magnesium RSS Sportrack and Backrest, Comfort Seat, Grip Puppies, 3.5 inch Riser Bars, Wespyd Signature Swaybar. Hindle Muffler, Godiva Screen, Hiway Pegs Can Am Panniers
I feel stupid never thought to look to our sponsors. That's perfect, especially cause I am going to use a key ring and have a garage remote and the urban rack key dangling around up there too.
The application may say dry application but don’t try it that way. Spray a little water on your tank and put the tank guard on that way so you can position it the way you want it and then squiggly the water out. Dry application is impossible around the wide part of the tank.
is that just a little strip on top of the tank rather than covering the entire thing, or is it clear and then has the colored strip? If it's just the top black part, that wouldn't prevent the scratches at my house
The clear bra that is on mine can be seen in this picture (see the line between the gas cap and the seat?). It goes from the white panel across the black panel and over to the white panel, covering all of the black paint. It's been in place since March and still looks and works fine.
We now have His and Hers Spyders!
Current Spyder: White 2015 F3-S SE6
His Spyder: White 2015 F3 SE6
The wrap my spyder pictures kind of shows what it is. For the price you may be better off going to a clear bra place to see how much they would charge and it would cover more of the tank as well. So far the wrap my spyder tank guard has prevented any scratches but it is pretty expensive for what it actually covers.
BRP supplied to squares of clear plastic to protect the panel by the passenger pegs when they are up, my plan is to use those as a tank protector
The plastic squares that come with the Spyder are for the frame next to where your feet rest. They use the same squares for the passenger pegs but you have to buy them. If your dealer gave you four squares then you got a good deal!
I purchased some 3M 1080 carbon fiber look vinyl and applied it myself. I used cutting tape (removeable) to designate the coverage area, applied the vinyl 'wet' then used the cutting tape to make clean edges. A little heat to the vinyl set it nicely. I used one piece from the key area down to the front of the seat.
Last edited by hondagal; 10-08-2015 at 11:15 PM.
Reason: Forgot info: I also applied clear vinyl to each side of the tank where pants may rub.
I got mine more for the patrotic theme of my bike , fyi most bike shops have them, plenty on ebay& http://www.lethalthreat.com has good quality & selection. But may find cheaper elsewhere. Just clean area good first with alcohol & let evaporate dry. Then after you have pad/decal in place keep pressure on it good 20min or more. Something hevy & soft that will conform to shape of tank (bag of sand works great)
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minispyder dash toy
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Try going to a place like Joanne's Fabric and buy a piece of clear plastic vinyl. You can buy enough to do the whole bike for under $5.00. I had enough to do several trial and error attempts before I got a good look on my C14 and still had plenty left over. It comes in several thicknesses. Just wet it and apply, squeegee it out and let it dry. Works great! BTW, I've been a lurker on this site for about a year and finally signed up. I've had 2 demo rides on the F3 since they came out and was very impressed with the performance. After having my knee replaced I'm thinking harder about one. Just have to convince the wife.......
So I noticed the other day in the sun, my jacket seems to be starting to scratch the black tank right where it meets the seat front. BRP does not carry a protector sticker for that area on the F3, nor will they next year. Anyone have any other source for a clear plastic sticker type protector I can custom fit for that area?
Product sold in San Antonio, Tx.....................Xpel Protective Film. Easy to install. Comes in several sizes. I installed it on the sides where my knees could possibly scratch there. Love it and reasonably prices.
is that just a little strip on top of the tank rather than covering the entire thing, or is it clear and then has the colored strip? If it's just the top black part, that wouldn't prevent the scratches at my house
The clear bra that is on mine can be seen in this picture (see the line between the gas cap and the seat?). It goes from the white panel across the black panel and over to the white panel, covering all of the black paint. It's been in place since March and still looks and works fine.
That's the way mine is also. works great.
2015 F3s White
BRP Drivers and Passenger backrest
Blue Ridge windshield
Corbin Saddle Bags
I purchased some 3M 1080 carbon fiber look vinyl and applied it myself. I used cutting tape (removeable) to designate the coverage area, applied the vinyl 'wet' then used the cutting tape to make clean edges. A little heat to the vinyl set it nicely. I used one piece from the key area down to the front of the seat.
In addition to our textured carbon fiber and clear paint protection film we now have our NEW F3 tank protector available in the same material out dash kits are produced out of. In this photo you will see we installed a piece of Red vinyl on the tank before applying the new F3 Spine tank protector in our real carbon fiber. These will be available in all of our current dash kit color options. These are available on our website here.
In addition to our textured carbon fiber and clear paint protection film we now have our NEW F3 tank protector available in the same material out dash kits are produced out of. In this photo you will see we installed a piece of Red vinyl on the tank before applying the new F3 Spine tank protector in our real carbon fiber. These will be available in all of our current dash kit color options. These are available on our website here.
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I feel stupid never thought to look to our sponsors. That's perfect, especially cause I am going to use a key ring and have a garage remote and the urban rack key dangling around up there too.
