Shif-Tech CF subframe installtion

bigdzx6r · Aug 5, 2015

To do this right, you need to raise up the tank and remove the rear shock by using car jack to support the back of the subframe, make sure the bike in 1st gear if you have bike on the stand (Pictures r self-explained)

1. Raised the tank after loosen all the necessary nuts/bolts and ground/harness tank cables

2. Using car jack to support the subframe before loosen the rear shock cause you will not be able to fit left side CF cover on it

3. Pre-align the cut-outs (L/R) aluminum backing that come with the kit to the subframe
(note) use bare fingers to peel or touch these cut-outs since the backing glue is very sticky and wont stick on your fingers but it'll stick on nylon gloves

4. Peel and stick them where you had pre-aligned

5. Applied glue that comes with the kit ( not too close to the edge since it'll run out to the frame when you install CF covers). CF covers are very tight fit

6. Install both CF covers and tire-wrap it ( let it cure for 10hrs as stated on the procedure that cames with it)

7. Re-install your tank/ rear shock back after 10hrs or so and removed car jack

Cheers!

Charleston 1199 · Aug 5, 2015

ughhh another sub frame removal..
does ducati pay us for this.

ps it looks fantastic.

Geek · Aug 5, 2015

Excellent write up and I guess one way of installing them.. I did it in 10 minutes and did not have to remove anything, any reason why you had to go through all that?

kismetcapitan · Aug 5, 2015

Geek said:
Excellent write up and I guess one way of installing them.. I did it in 10 minutes and did not have to remove anything, any reason why you had to go through all that?

so you were able to somehow wedge in the left side cover without removing a thing? Even if I could have, it was still better to have access to the subframe for secure attachment.

apeluv · Aug 5, 2015

bigdzx6r said:
To do this right, you need to raise up the tank and remove the rear shock by using car jack to support the back of the subframe, make sure the bike in 1st gear if you have bike on the stand (Pictures r self-explained)

1. Raised the tank after loosen all the necessary nuts/bolts and ground/harness tank cables

2. Using car jack to support the subframe before loosen the rear shock cause you will not be able to fit left side CF cover on it

3. Pre-align the cut-outs (L/R) aluminum backing that come with the kit to the subframe
(note) use bare fingers to peel or touch these cut-outs since the backing glue is very sticky and wont stick on your fingers but it'll stick on nylon gloves

4. Peel and stick them where you had pre-aligned

5. Applied glue that comes with the kit ( not too close to the edge since it'll run out to the frame when you install CF covers). CF covers are very tight fit

6. Install both CF covers and tire-wrap it ( let it cure for 10hrs as stated on the procedure that cames with it)

7. Re-install your tank/ rear shock back after 10hrs or so and removed car jack

Cheers!

Wow.. I didn't get the shift-tech's version, but I didn't have to do all of what you did.
I did shave off about 1/8 of an inch from the left side's cover so I can put it on pass the rear shock. I used decal glue you get from advanced auto parts store and held them in place for 1 minute each. Just snapped in place on both sides and doesn't come off or wiggle loose. Never needed to remove anything to get them on. Been using them for about 1400 miles now and no issues.
This worked for me but may be different for others, but, just giving you all my story of it worked for me.

Gunny Fitz · Aug 5, 2015

Happy to hear you went with the BEST CF company when it comes to little pieces like that (Actually ALL Guido's CF is superior in fit, finish, and finances! - All IMHO of course-lop)

Thats exactly what I did with mine too with glue pattern but also used some wicked small and tight clamps to hold it in place and press as much as possible up against subframe so it sticks all the way around. I recall another thread here like this too- but it was nice to see yours as a fresh look with good photos and all. After all, even 1299 owners need some Face Time here too (yes I know its what Site is called, which I still don't know why Duc had to do that either? Wonder if its gonna change each time a new rendition comes off the assembly line? LMFAO)

bigdzx6r · Aug 5, 2015

Geek said:
Excellent write up and I guess one way of installing them.. I did it in 10 minutes and did not have to remove anything, any reason why you had to go through all that?

I only did it cuz I'd nothing else to do! JK !!.

I'm a guy who want and does every thing by my self type of guy. Plus want to know how the bike put together. You don't have to do all the steps as I did but I do enjoy working on bikes and cars and anything with motors.

I've not fully test the result yet only rode it to dealer for 1st oil change/engine reset, about 10miles after installation. however, I did touch the subframe with bare hand and it was warm to touch (103 deg ambient temp that day)

Geek · Aug 5, 2015

kismetcapitan said:
so you were able to somehow wedge in the left side cover without removing a thing? Even if I could have, it was still better to have access to the subframe for secure attachment.

It was tight but only a strip of electrical tape over the cf to protect it and it popped in no trouble, probably could have done it without the tape honestly, no marks on the tape.. but yeah, installed without doing all that, I took off the seat so I could get some zip ties around in a few places that was it.

Toys1 · Sep 1, 2015

It would be easily popped in if you loosen up the top two bolts and take out the bottom two of the rear subframe, then swing the rear subframe up. At least that was what I did to put mine in without removing the rear shock.

catalpa · Sep 20, 2016

I lifted the back of the tank, which was easy and did make access easier. Lifting the tank is described elsewhere, but involved:

- Removing the seat.
- Removing the clamp that holds the back of the tank (two allen bolts, two acorn nuts)
- Removing the key hole cover (4 allen bolts)
- Loosening the hinge bolts in the front to allow tank to swivel up from back.
- Lifting back of tank an inch, and placing a small wooden block under the tail.

My kit came with the heat tape mounted in the CF pieces. I just had to put black silicone on the pieces and press into place. I used electrical tape to protect the CF, and zip ties.

I did not attempt removal of the shock. I took a dry run to see how it would squeeze in, and it was no problem. Just slide the back in first.

My only possible issue is not using enough silicone. I had a lot left in the provided tube. So, if it comes loose i might need to redo. But the pieces fit so well they will probably never budge.

I'm going to post a review of my first ride in a separate thread. Bottom line: It makes a big difference...

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