Saddlebag Protectors

[Slybird]

This past weekend I took my former boss for a ryde on my RT-S. When she got on, she nailed my right saddlebag with her heel and made a HORRIBLE scuff on the bag. Does anyone in our beloved SpyderLover's family know of any product out there similar to the chrome scuff guards used on the Goldwings? See attached photo. I was able to apply a little elbow-grease to get the scuff out, but would like to protect the saddlebag in the future. I'm just lucky she didn't gouge the surface! Thanks ahead of time for any input!!

 

[Dragonrider]

Sly - you might consider using the wide aluminum tape used by HVAC installers. If I remember correctly, there's a 6" and 8" width..

 

[NancysToy]

3M Scotchguard Protection Film?

 

[Marker]

This past weekend I took my former boss for a ryde on my RT-S. When she got on, she nailed my right saddlebag with her heel and made a HORRIBLE scuff on the bag. Does anyone in our beloved SpyderLover's family know of any product out there similar to the chrome scuff guards used on the Goldwings? See attached photo. I was able to apply a little elbow-grease to get the scuff out, but would like to protect the saddlebag in the future. I'm just lucky she didn't gouge the surface! Thanks ahead of time for any input!!

Hi Slybird : You raised a great point and question too; I googled Motorcycle Scuff Guards and only ones that came up were for the Honda Wings. So I googled 3M Brand and came up with 3M Paint Protection Film that is used in the auto industry to protect automobile paint from stone chips. It is in film form much like Saran Wrap but much thicker. You could cut is with scissor to the shape you need and apply it to saddlebags. There are also dealers in USA that install too. I saw a :spyder:at Toronto Motorcycle show that a dealer had this film applied to the leading edges of the :spyder:to help prevent stone chips and bugs from sticking to paint. Here is the web site www.3m.com On 3M site click USA then search paint protection film . I hope this helps
Marker

 

[wa3wheels]

3m product

Check with a local new car dealer for who they use for applications on autos. I had my 2010 RT done, full front, side panels,front of saddle bags. Cost 550.00. Would post photos, would not show. I have to run finger over to find edge. See you all in Cuba.

 

[clueless]

but i dont think the film would protect against a high heel gouge. plus if you dont do the whole saddle bag you will not fade under the 3m tape so when or if you remove it will be different colored.

 

[Noral]

Paint protector

http://www.xpel.com/products/dealersearch.asp?zip=39047&submit=Search+%BB

Check out this web cite for paint protection! Might help.:dontknow:

 

[ThreeWheels]

Hmmmmmmmm

Now we know why she was a FORMER boss.................

 

[bikeguy]

I'm no help on any kind of saddlebag protector but since you already have a scuff, Fred Rau wrote a glowing report on Glare Knockout for removing scratches and scuffs. Here's a link to their website.

http://www.autopolish.net/products.php


Cotton

 

[bobbobtar]

http://www.invisiblemask.com/index.htm

I have used this product on the hood of my last three trucks, can be bought in bulk so that you can make your own patterns, buy the install kit great stuff.

 

[Lifeisadaydream]

A couple of places you may look are tractor trailer and 4x4 accessories shops. Many of them have various sized chrome plates with adhesive backing for universal applications.

 

[Pennyrick]

This past weekend I took my former boss for a ryde on my RT-S. When she got on, she nailed my right saddlebag with her heel and made a HORRIBLE scuff on the bag. Does anyone in our beloved SpyderLover's family know of any product out there similar to the chrome scuff guards used on the Goldwings? See attached photo. I was able to apply a little elbow-grease to get the scuff out, but would like to protect the saddlebag in the future. I'm just lucky she didn't gouge the surface! Thanks ahead of time for any input!!

My wife's R622 trailer has clear film on the front to protect against stone chips coming up from the rear wheel of the RT. This stuff was factory installed so you may want to contact your dealer or Carlos at BRP to find out where they get the clear film from. Buy a couple of sheets and apply it yourself.

rickrae

 

[Bob Denman]

Now we know why she was a FORMER boss

:agree:...but I'm sorry to hear that your ryde had to take one for the team...:shocked: