to aero kit or not that is the question....pics

gnance · May 26, 2013

Got bored and stuck on my aero fairing kit and took a couple pics. First is no kit, second is kit on the bikes left (our right), and 3rd pic is both aero kit wings installed. I took them back off, but what do you guys think? Hot or Not? lol.

Also, just got my bike back. Had the 41t sprocket installed. Also had them install 1/2 of the heat shield kit (only the cylinder head covers). I personally don't care if I see the motor and actually like the black and red contrast so I did it mostly for the looks. I don't know if it will provide any heat reduction since I didn't do the exhaust shield, but that shield I find fugly.

stellarhopper · May 26, 2013

Hah, so that's what those were for!
I kept scratching my head as to where they would go. I might try it out one day..

Carl1199 · May 26, 2013

I think it looks great with them fitted, staunch would be a word that comes to mind, if the Panigale could be any more staunch!!!

iceman · May 26, 2013

I like it....secondly, would be really interested to hear how the heat shield and 41T goes...I've got mines booked in 10 days from now to have 41T and heat guard upgrade done too....

Montfort · May 26, 2013

gnance said:
Got bored and stuck on my aero fairing kit and took a couple pics. First is no kit, second is kit on the bikes left (our right), and 3rd pic is both aero kit wings installed. I took them back off, but what do you guys think? Hot or Not? lol.

I've heard that they scratch the fairing finish if removed down the road. Got them with the bike but don't intend to install. Prefer the slimmer look.

Frosty · May 26, 2013

Do people notice a difference with these on at high speeds?

flobrandx · May 26, 2013

Tough call on the wingy or no wingy... From the pics it looks good either way just mo beefy on the front with the aero wings installed. Almost like the front is flexing! I'm sure pics don't do it justice and this would have to be a call made in person.

gnance · May 26, 2013

I have the 3m paint film on the bike, so scratching is not an issue (although that would be if you don't, they fit pretty snug).

I don't mine the look of the wider front end, actually kind of like it. Only thing I don't like (which is hard to capture in the photo) is that you can see the line (ridge) between the 2 pieces easily. It looks like is an extra part added on (which it is), but I would prefer if it looked a little more streamline with the existing fairing if that makes any sense.

The 41t kit it worth it...no complaints there.

Will have to wait to give you guys more feedback to see if the "cylinder head only" heat shield helps or not. Too wet to ride right now.

ttkarp · May 26, 2013

Looking forward to hearing your impressions on the cylinder heat covers. I was all set to have it done like you did, but on my ride to the dealer I decided against it. It seems like most of the offending heat comes from the header. But, if you find otherwise please share. I could always take it back and have them installed.

Phl · May 26, 2013

i don't like the kit, it makes the bike look "FAT"

gnance · May 26, 2013

Phil said:
i don't like the kit, it makes the bike look "FAT"

it's just winter weight...lol.

Actually I took the kit off I think I like it better without. Kind of curious to stick it on though and do some high speed runs and see if it makes a noticeable difference or not.

Gunny Fitz · May 26, 2013

Mine are still wrapped in bubble wrap and I wonder what they're worth to sell? Anyone know?

gnance · May 26, 2013

Gunny Fitz said:
Mine are still wrapped in bubble wrap and I wonder what they're worth to sell? Anyone know?

If you find out let me know...lol

Frosty · May 26, 2013

I've had some issues with my bike's front end being wobbly at high speed around corners. I'm wondering if these solved this issue for other people. Don't want to install them only to find out it's a waste of time.

Phl · May 26, 2013

Gunny Fitz said:
Mine are still wrapped in bubble wrap and I wonder what they're worth to sell? Anyone know?

i've seen them going on ebay for >100 bucks

my track fairings are wide (one piece front), no need for those on the streets, rarely go over 160 mph

fireman1251 · May 26, 2013

Actually makes it worse.

need to glue a mohawk to your helmet to fix that

Montfort · May 26, 2013

Aero Kit

FrostyFire said:
Do people notice a difference with these on at high speeds?

C'mon Frosty, you're looking at a solid 1 to 2 mph here!!

Frosty · May 26, 2013

Montfort said:
C'mon Frosty, you're looking at a solid 1 to 2 mph here!!

Read all the posts noob.

JeffD · May 26, 2013

Regarding the heat shields, I did the opposite. For the fist 650 miles rode with all 3 upgrade pieces on. At the first service, I had them remove the rear cylinder head covers, but leave on the ugly big bit under the seat. I think it looks much better with cylinder exposed.

I didn't notice any change in heat emanating from the bike. In fact, maybe it cooled down a little faster once underway, but I guess that could be down to the Engine Ice I swapped out for the coolant at the same time. That definitely dropped running temps by about 10 Fahrenheit. Or maybe it was the cylinder head covers gone...

Going to try header wrap next for the heating coil under the seat.

gnance · May 26, 2013

FrostyFire said:
I've had some issues with my bike's front end being wobbly at high speed around corners. I'm wondering if these solved this issue for other people. Don't want to install them only to find out it's a waste of time.

It quite literally takes 5 minutes to install or remove these. Give them a try and report back! Not sure if anyone knows.

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