Mark Hooton
Cymarcbikeparts
Thanks mate - if you can help me find a similar texture mudguard that would work I will send you a freebie!
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Thanks mate - if you can help me find a similar texture mudguard that would work I will send you a freebie!
Hi Mark
the original mud catcher on the back looks just like what is needed, one of them with a new bracket and hey presto. Just a thought
Terry
Mark Hooton
Cymarcbikeparts
mmmm - not sure about that one mate, could look a bit odd? good idea though
Mark, I've had a quick look and something like this trimmed down would be ideal, its already shaped and he's got a load of them.
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/380774729350?
Or there's this one, you could make 2 out of 1 !
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/221319609323?
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/380774729350?
Or there's this one, you could make 2 out of 1 !
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/221319609323?
Mark Hooton
Cymarcbikeparts
brill idea - do you think it will look ok?
GSWizz
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I saw these when looking around. I think they might look ok. Personally I like the angled look of the armadillo. I think it should be with the lower edge of the plate forward and the higher edge of the plate to the rear. Just so the panels 'lay' the right way if you get my meaning. Just a minor aesthetic point. Once it was 'blacked' up for the finished item I think it would work much better with the angular lines of the bike.
mcinlb
Registered user
Are they going to be wide enough, the object being to stop all the spray up the side of the bike???????
GC6269
Registered user
I thought that myself, bearing in mind how narrow classic trial bike tyres are.
For me the bracket looks fantastic but the protection should be more discreet and towards the front of the swinging arm. I'm hoping that the MudSling will be almost undetectable when fitted and do the job it's intended to do.
I hoe that doesn't come across as too critical Mark, your work never ceases to amaze me and I really enjoy watching how you can come up with a variety of solutions to our problems.
Mark Hooton
Cymarcbikeparts
I thought that myself, bearing in mind how narrow classic trial bike tyres are.
For me the bracket looks fantastic but the protection should be more discreet and towards the front of the swinging arm. I'm hoping that the MudSling will be almost undetectable when fitted and do the job it's intended to do.
I hoe that doesn't come across as too critical Mark, your work never ceases to amaze me and I really enjoy watching how you can come up with a variety of solutions to our problems.
ta mate - subtle it isn`t but its one of the reasons why I have gone for this such radical look - I suspect it will prove to be a `purposeful talking point` rather than a discreet item on a bike!
+1.
The front part of the swing arm WILL get chipped, so something to sit between that and the rear wheel is exactly what is needed. I did mention this to Mark, but he misunderstood.
GSWizz
Registered user
Perhaps a fender extender fitted in reverse to the front where it goes down by the existing suspension protector. Some form of plastic/ rubber tip that wont cause any damage but will add full protection to the front end of the hugger.
Mark Hooton
Cymarcbikeparts
Nuts/GSWhizz - good idea.
The final prototype is going to the powder coaters tmoz (black satin finish I`ve kinda guessed as the most `generic` colour) - and then I`m off to the NEC on Thursday with it just to ask fellow bikers what they think (as I said it will score points simply from being a talking point).
I`ll look to fit a fender extender to it at the weekend to see if it looks any good...................
Mark, if you have spare brackets that are the final production, would it be possible to buy a bracket from your good self !
I'm going purchase a rear mudguard and knock myself up a hugger .
I'm going purchase a rear mudguard and knock myself up a hugger .
GSWizz
Registered user
Post up a picture when you can. I am sure it will command a lot of interest. Thanks for all the effort you have put in so far.
Mark Hooton
Cymarcbikeparts
ok - I`ll see what I get order wise (if at all) and let you know
Mark Hooton
Cymarcbikeparts
Yes I agree, to my belief there is nothing like it. I`m not saying its good - just nothing like it!
Mark Hooton
Cymarcbikeparts
Finally!
And finally guys!
A little over a week ago I was asked to see if I could come up with something - its consumed me (and my time, tbh its been very hard) but here is my solution and its the best I could do. If its not what we are looking for thats fine - I`ve tried my best!
If anyone wants one you know where I am
I still have another one to make using a piece of mudguard which JonnyP has VERY kindly sent me but it a) won`t look as radically stunning and b) it will be cheap.
If anyone is happy with both of the above you know where to find me
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And finally guys!
A little over a week ago I was asked to see if I could come up with something - its consumed me (and my time, tbh its been very hard) but here is my solution and its the best I could do. If its not what we are looking for thats fine - I`ve tried my best!
If anyone wants one you know where I am
I still have another one to make using a piece of mudguard which JonnyP has VERY kindly sent me but it a) won`t look as radically stunning and b) it will be cheap.
If anyone is happy with both of the above you know where to find me
GC6269
Registered user
No two ways about it Mark, you're a talented fella!
Mark Hooton
Cymarcbikeparts
ta pal - kind words - I`ve stuck my neck out in the R1200 section to ask if anyone thinks it has commercial appeal................
Fekk........
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