1299 Clear Vinyl Nose Fairing Protection?

Senna1Rossi · May 21, 2015

anyone use those clear vinyl bra self-adhesive (3M type) protectors for front nose fairing/headlights on their bikes against rock chips and scratches??

worth it? recommendations?

SPJ · May 21, 2015

Yes & yes. Paintwork was fairly soft on the 1199 and after 12,000 miles it was still in good condition. The cover for the brake light does a great job of stopping stones cracking it, a few people had this problem, especially with tail tidys fitted.

It's a lot of money for what it is but still cheaper than a replacement panel.

Dave Quandran · May 21, 2015

Yes, had it on most my bikes. You take it for granted then you see someone's bike that doesn't have it.

ChicagoSammo · May 21, 2015

The previous owner of my 1199 had it done and for the most part I am really pleased that he did.
I did notice that the pieces on the front vertical sides of the fairings appeared to be yellowing a little which is beginning to be obvious on my Tricolore.
Has anyone else had it discolour?

slickwill · May 21, 2015

I've always just bought a roll of the clear 3M stuff and cut my own. I've used it under tank bags or on leading edges. I recently peeled some that had been on my VFR for 6 years and it looked perfect, left no residue, and there was no noticeable changes to the paint. I actually went looking for a new roll last night and couldn't find any locally. I wish I'd put it on my lower before I rode at all. Last time I bought some it was less than $20 for enough to almost coat the entire bike.

bp7178 · May 21, 2015

I use it on my tank and knee placements on the side fairings. Very tough and nearly invisible.

I never liked how the tank protectors looked, but the 3M stuff works perfect. Doesn't detract from the design of the bike.

RD16RR · May 21, 2015

It's ok stuff....many swear by it - personally I equate it to plastic slip covers on my grand mothers sofa

A fresh coat of paint as a winter project after a few years can be fun too

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