Wanted: recommendation for self-adhesive vinyl

[Two wheels good]

Hi
I need some sheets of self adhesive vinyl to protect the fuel tank following a respray - something pliable that won't damage the paint should I need to remove it (and use rubber knee-pads later).

Please could anyone suggest a product and\or supplier?

A couple of contenders:
- "Fablon", available on eBay.
- A previous post mentioned vinyl sheets from GRAFITYP suitable for outdoor and use on ali panniers. Maybe a bit too "heavy-duty"?
http://www.ukgser.com/forums/showthread.php?t=67485

Thanks
David

 

[swissrob]

3m product called scotchcal - nippy sells paint protection kits for the tank and its the same product.

 

[ELIMINATOR]

Vehicle signwriters use this stuff, find one of them.

 

[Slowdown]

Vehicle signwriters use this stuff, find one of them....

... and rip it off their van...

 

[mike wright]

"Fablon",

 

[digga]

What colour,how much do you require, where are you.

What do you actually want it to do? save the paintwork from scuffs?

 

[Deleted account 220427002]

forget it.... unless you are really really skilled you won't be able to wrap a whole GS tank in vinyl

 

[digga]

forget it.... unless you are really really skilled you won't be able to wrap a whole GS tank in vinyl

Correct, see the colour change thread. but it is possible with the right stuff,patience and skill.

FABLON will not work!!!

I have seen a football, covered in vinyl but it does get messy it looks ok from 'a' angle but as you move it around it soon looses the effect.

 

[vilguy]

Ive seen good results with that "stompgrip" enduro riders use it and some sports bike riders see fit to decorate theyre bikes with it (poofs) but it does look sort of cool and can be cut easily. Its takky so itll grip your knees and thighs *oerrr* which can also help prevent weight transfer from you sliding around.

They sell pre cut kits (no gs im afraid) or A3 sized sheets.

I think busters motorcycle accesories sell it?

Just google it and im sure yourll find it.

 

[Rushy]

Ventureshield

As used on high ends sports cars to prevent chips.


These guys are doing it for bikes

http://www.invisiblefilm.co.uk/

 

[MikeP]

forget it.... unless you are really really skilled you won't be able to wrap a whole GS tank in vinyl

You don't really need to........

I did that in a morning (I know, it shows). It's Grafityp stuff, same as I use on the panniers.

I'll re-do it properly when I have the time.

 

[Deleted account 211025001]

You don't really need to........

I did that in a morning (I know, it shows). It's Grafityp stuff, same as I use on the panniers.

I'll re-do it properly when I have the time.

I can't work out whether I really, really like that, or, it looks complete shite

I'll look forward to some more piccies when it's complete - I think

Andres

 

[Deleted account 220427002]

You don't really need to........

Looks good if it's for Stevie wonder

 

[Two wheels good]

Thanks

Thanks for the tips and links
I don't intend to wrap the tank - just protect againt knees\jacket\tank bag following a respray. Colour of vinyl? Clear or white.

I'm considering rubber pads too but haven't identified kneepads that suit a HPN.

David

 

[davegs]

Tanks

Get a s/h tank cover baglux prefered I'ved had one on my small 1150 tank and it's been perfect paint still perfect.

 

[Global Rider]

Please could anyone suggest a product?

3M Paint Protection Film which is designed for the purpose.

I have some on the frontal surfaces on my GS Adventure gas tank and anodized front forks to protect those areas against stone chips. I'll be applying some in the knee areas as well.

It applies very easily with great results if you follow their simple instructions.