Clearly a winner.

[ribbert]

I thought this might be of interest to some.
What makes this different from other products is it's static film, no adhesive, can be peeled off and re applied many times over.




Noel

[ribbert]

Try this:

http://www.thetankslapper.biz/tankslapper_tank.html

[keand3]

Excellent 
I will consider that after my repaint..

Thanks

[Arnie]

Looks like a very interesting product.
Shame they don't have any for either the FJ or the Aprilia Shiver.
I'd especially like the headlight protector for the Shiver as I already have what may be the same material over the headlight on the FJ.

Arnie

[Pat Conlon]

So Noel, how would  this work? I don't see a listing for FJ's....Get a sheet and cut it to match the tank?  

I'm getting a tiny bit of scuffing on my clear coat at the knee indentations on my tank from the ballistic nylon material on my riding pants.

Does anyone out there have any templates we could use?

I like this idea (it's removable and replaceable)  I'm in...Let's do this.

Randy, let's get a bunch made up (precut) for our tanks.

[movenon]

It is probably 3M "Clear Bra" material or a copy. You can buy the material and cut your own. Check out the posting in "You Tube" to get an idea how easy it is. I have been thinking about installing it on the top side of my tank for add protection from tank bags, gas etc..

Here is one of many:

Mirror Installation Video
George

[Pat Conlon]

Hey George, I'm not sure the top of the tank is a good idea with gas dribbles and all...
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Here's a warning they post:
IMPORTANT: While the tankslapper material is an excellent, inexpensive solution for preventing abrasion damage to your paint's surface, it is not intended to prevent damage from fuel or chemical spills. In the event the film should come into contact with these substances, while refueling for example, you must immediately removed the effected piece of film from your bike and wash it with soap and water, at that point it will be ready to re-install.
Failure to do so will result in damage to the film and possibly your paint finish.

This is of particular concern to tank bag users because typically that portion of your kit often surrounds the fuel inlet on your tank.
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The back of the tank (the belt buckle area) and the knee indentations would be what I would do.

[movenon]

Hey George, I'm not sure the top of the tank is a good idea with gas dribbles and all...
_______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Here's a warning they post:
IMPORTANT: While the tankslapper material is an excellent, inexpensive solution for preventing abrasion damage to your paint's surface, it is not intended to prevent damage from fuel or chemical spills. In the event the film should come into contact with these substances, while refueling for example, you must immediately removed the effected piece of film from your bike and wash it with soap and water, at that point it will be ready to re-install.
Failure to do so will result in damage to the film and possibly your paint finish.

This is of particular concern to tank bag users because typically that portion of your kit often surrounds the fuel inlet on your tank.
________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

The back of the tank (the belt buckle area) and the knee indentations would be what I would do.

OK, an idea down the tubes  ... It was a thought anyhow... I wonder if the 3M material is the same. You have to use a heat gun to remove it and you can't reinstall it. Somewhere along the line I will get a piece to test on my old tank.
Back to sanding and polishing ##$@%   
George

[giantkiller]

So Noel, how would  this work? I don't see a listing for FJ's....Get a sheet and cut it to match the tank?  

I'm getting a tiny bit of scuffing on my clear coat at the knee indentations on my tank from the ballistic nylon material on my riding pants.

Does anyone out there have any templates we could use?

I like this idea (it's removable and replaceable)  I'm in...Let's do this.

Randy, let's get a bunch made up (precut) for our tanks.

+1  I would  buy both an innor one for knee indent and ones for back of the tank x 2. One set for both my fj's.

[ribbert]

It is probably 3M "Clear Bra" material or a copy. You can buy the material and cut your own. Check out the posting in "You Tube" to get an idea how easy it is. I have been thinking about installing it on the top side of my tank for add protection from tank bags, gas etc..

George

George, I think the "Clear Bra" is the same as pretty much every other similar product, semi permanent. It sticks to the paint but can be removed if necessary.
The difference with this product is it's static film, just peels on and off.

Noel

[movenon]

It is probably 3M "Clear Bra" material or a copy. You can buy the material and cut your own. Check out the posting in "You Tube" to get an idea how easy it is. I have been thinking about installing it on the top side of my tank for add protection from tank bags, gas etc..

George

George, I think the "Clear Bra" is the same as pretty much every other similar product, semi permanent. It sticks to the paint but can be removed if necessary.
The difference with this product is it's static film, just peels on and off.

Noel

I think you are correct Noel. From what I have seen the clear bra (ans similar) products remove easy with a heat gun. I don't know there resistance to gas or reaction,..... yet   . More investigation needed. I can see where a static pad would leak liquids under it. That would / is very bad for paint for sure.
George

[ribbert]

So Noel, how would  this work? I don't see a listing for FJ's....Get a sheet and cut it to match the tank?  

I'm getting a tiny bit of scuffing on my clear coat at the knee indentations on my tank from the ballistic nylon material on my riding pants.

Does anyone out there have any templates we could use?

I like this idea (it's removable and replaceable)  I'm in...Let's do this.

Randy, let's get a bunch made up (precut) for our tanks.

Yes Pat, I have that exact problem. I begrudgingly have a conventional protector on the back of the tank but don't like the idea of semi permanent plastic all over my paint and had considered velcroing lambswool pads to the inside leg of my pants.

An internet search last night failed to find this product in bulk so I have emailed them asking if they will sell blank sheets. It's not very expensive.

Someone here on the forum must posses the skills to make a perfect template for the knee indents.
In fact, someone here must know where you can buy this stuff in bulk. It is commonly used on all sorts of things.

How could you possibly cover this up permanently with plastic.



Noel

[Pat Conlon]

These guys are in Escondido, Ca. Just next door to where I am staying. I think I'll stop in for a chat.

Unfortunately, my bike is back in Palm Desert, and I am in Leucadia.

Anyone in the San Diego have a FJ tank I could borrow? (You will get a free set when done)

Oh yea Randy, I'm gonna sign you up as our dealer....

Stay tuned.

[ribbert]

I don't know there resistance to gas or reaction,..... yet   . More investigation needed. I can see where a static pad would leak liquids under it. That would / is very bad for paint for sure.
George

Your are right. This stuff, as opposed to the more permanent films, does not like fuel.

Anyone that owned a bike in the 70's will remember the red / pink staining around the filler cap they all developed over time. Although more modern clear coats are impervious to petrol my refuelling habits have stayed with me. I invert the nozzle carrying it to and from the tank and have never had a single drop of fuel on the FJ tank. Even if you did spill some it's not a disaster, simply peel the film off and wash it then stick it back on.

Noel

[FJmonkey]

I have a spare tank, but not in San Diego, think North Glendale/La Crecenta... If that will work...