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There are some on here who have already done the tank portion only and it looks aesthetically much more appealing, that being said, I think it would be a more myopic of procedures adhering to the highest concentration of one's wits , no doubt...:eek:
 
not an easy job, but worth it!

start with the simple parts (tail top, tank center) then move on.

you can always take it off and reapply during the installation process.
 
Worth it IMO and not too difficult. I had never done one before my Panigale, and I only have a few spots that didn't come out perfectly. In any case, it's meant to be a sacrificial layer so that the bike's bodywork stays pretty. And the tank especially is good, it's protected without one of the regular tank protectors that detract from the overall look of the bike I think.

I ended up putting one on my Sti too, which was a lot harder in some areas and didn't turn out as well. But again, it's meant to be sacrificed.
 
I did it myself....kind of a pita. Looks pretty good. A few small spots I have bubbles, but not real noticeable. Better than paying someone to do it.
 
DIY vs pay someone else to do it

gnance said:
I did it myself....kind of a pita. Looks pretty good. A few small spots I have bubbles, but not real noticeable. Better than paying someone to do it.
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I did it myself, too. If you want to see the finished product, check out "panigale picture thread," page 71. If you can't tell that the 3M is on, that's the point!

I had the same experience as Gnance. Not easy, took way too long, & couldn't get it all perfect. To his credit, the Tankslapper guy (Lucas) is almost always available by phone, to help you through the problem spots.

As for you, "BikeNameNumber," and any other guys in the SoCal region, if I were you, I would spend a few bucks in gas, go to the Tankslappers shop in LA, and have Lucas do it for you. He told me he does it for about 75 bucks for people who bought it from him.

Regardless, it works great, protects the finish, and makes it less painful when your friend swings his leg over your bike, and scuffs the tail with his race boots. :rolleyes:
 
rocdoc said:
I did it myself, too. If you want to see the finished product, check out "panigale picture thread," page 71. If you can't tell that the 3M is on, that's the point!

I had the same experience as Gnance. Not easy, took way too long, & couldn't get it all perfect. To his credit, the Tankslapper guy (Lucas) is almost always available by phone, to help you through the problem spots.

As for you, "BikeNameNumber," and any other guys in the SoCal region, if I were you, I would spend a few bucks in gas, go to the Tankslappers shop in LA, and have Lucas do it for you. He told me he does it for about 75 bucks for people who bought it from him.

Regardless, it works great, protects the finish, and makes it less painful when your friend swings his leg over your bike, and scuffs the tail with his race boots. :rolleyes:
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If I could have ridden under the Pacific Ocean to have lucas do it I would have as well. major pita but I got better with practice. sill ended up with bubbles etc.

I was told some bubbles would fade out and the trapped fluid or air would permeate (spelling?) out over time but that was ......... Still glad I have it on though.

one quote I had here for professional application of a different brand was $1200 bucks. thats why i went diy

$75 for Lucas to do would be a bargain.
 
Did it on my 1098 Tri - looked like .... even lined up right. Never crossed my mind for the Pani. If you can make it work and are happy with the results then good on ya!
 
This is something I definitely would pay someone to do, but not $1,200.... Same reason I take cars to same tint shop for past 15 years. If there's a bubble anywhere, my eye is going to find it every single time I look at the bike.... :)
 
Paddock stand has it (fitted himself) have to say he's done a top job and it's virtually unnoticeable. You really need to look hard to see it.
 
Just some alternatives for those reading this thread and considering some type of paint protection film (PPF). I went with Xpel Ultimate (Self Healing Paint Protection Film - XPEL ULTIMATE Paint Protection Film), which is supposed to be a self-healing film. Meaning if it gets nicked by road debris you can pour hot water on it and it "re-molds" itself like the Terminator T2000 :D

I've used 3M PPF on several cars and the Xpel stuff is much better looking. Less orange peel and can be waxed to nearly completely blend in. I paid a local professional and a complete front fairing kit, front side fairings and tank protector was $350 installed. There are patterns available so you might be able to DIY. He made it look easy when he did it, but I'm too lazy/chickenshit to DIY.

Very happy with the results - I had to take specific angle shots to get the seams to show up (and this is before waxing):






 
Thanks. I forgot to also mention that there are Xpel Ultimate PPF pieces covering the headlight lens also. Very hard to see and after 3,300 miles not one nick. Amazing.
 
I'm lucky enough to be local to thetankslapper. He installed the xpel kit (he has several mfr options) on my Anniversario. I like it a lot. No need for an ugly tank pad. After watching him do it I'm confident I could do it myself. He has videos on YouTube of installations.
 

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