Tank Cover Fit

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  1. Ryan Robinson

    Ryan Robinson New Member

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    Will a 2012 tank cover fit on a 2016 model ?
    I’m in no mood to shell out £850 on a new one !
     
  2. Boothman

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    Hi and welcome to the forum - I’d wait till someone who has access to the Fowler’s site or such can confirm or not on that question
     
  3. Ryan Robinson

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    Thanks mate
     
  4. PauloHRC

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    Why don't you just buy a full set of Chinese fairings? You'll get a tank cover plus a load of spares for around 300 quid!! ;)

    What colour is your bike? o_O
     
  5. Ryan Robinson

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    I’m dubious about Chinese fairings mate - some of the quality i’ve seen is pretty ropey !!
     
  6. PauloHRC

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    Why don't you just buy a full set of Chinese fairings? You'll get a tank cover plus a load of spares for around 300 quid!! ;)

    What colour is your bike? o_O
    Honestly mate don't knock em till you've tried them, I've had them and many others have on here will vouch for them. I'd have some again without a second thought.

    Just an idea as 850 quid is ridiculous for an OEM tank cover when you can get a full set for less than half that. You only need the tank cover and you can use the rest for track days or spares ;)
     
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  7. Ryan Robinson

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    Mate did you have to do any extra drilling for bolt hole etc?
    It does make sense rather than paying OEM prices n fairness.

    Anywhere you’d recommend buying ?
     
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  8. Boothman

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    Post a picture of your bike to confirm the scheme and @PauloHRC will have the best deal link for you in no time - just ask @Ken :D:D:D
     
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  9. PauloHRC

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    Pmsl you make me sound like a Chinese parts dealer:rolleyes::D

    Truth is I'm just always looking at bits on ebay and as I've said in the past.... I've had them before, and recommend to others.

    You may need too drill a couple of holes out bigger or file a tab down slightly but all in they're identical to OEM.

    In particular.... The tank is probably the best bit, fit not a problem ;)
     
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    Replacement fairings are listed as 2012-2016 so a 2012 tank cover should fit. It may however be a different paint scheme.
     
  11. PauloHRC

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    There are plenty of sellers on eBay, I suppose it all depends what paint scheme you want. They all sell the same stuff, for example they are all made in the same factories from the same process. you don't really get some shit ones and some good ones, they're all the same. You might get some awful paint schemes but if your going for replica honda paint or race team copies..... They're generally really good. ;)
     

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