Anybody got Carbon Frame Protectors and could make any recommendations or comments on the subject ? I know Si has Ilmberger one's fitted on his bike and he is happy with them and he also recommends GBmoto which I believe have harder laquer which is less likely to mark but not sure if they cover the VIN number which is obviously not ideal. All comments, advice and help welcome. Cheers
The Gb moto ones cover the Vin number Steve, thats why i went Ilmberger. After looking around, i think the Ilmberger are the only ones that aren't "full" covers. Also, the others require you to remove all fairings to fit, the Ilmberger protectors can be fitted without removing the fairings.
Cheers for the info Si. Not worried about removing panels to be honest mate but it is a good point and makes a little simpler. I know your happy with the ilmberger and you knows your carbon, but just a little worried as you said the laquer was a little soft or am I worrying about nothing ?
Worrying about nothing. I would say the Gb moto seems to have another coat of laquer in comparison to ilmberger.... and indeed it it harder. But, this doesn't mean the Ilmberger is crap.... it's not, it's fab quality. I would go Ilmberger mate, easier to fit, and doesn't obscure ythe vin. You're welcome to see them in the flesh first before you buy some. You are not far from me.
Cheers Si might take you up on that offer to have a look at yours first. Just need to find a spare afternoon or so now which is nt easy at the moment. Where did you get them from mate ? And were they happy to do you a good deal ?
no worries mate, i can even pop in en route to a rideout one Sunday? I got them from Ebay, as when i contacted Ilmberger, they directed me to ebay, as their payments where bank transfer or other European thing...i paid via Paypal. Frame Protectors Honda CBR 1000 RR Fireblade Carbon | eBay I paid £175 for them, so get intouch and tell them i paid £175. They have them here for £192: Ilmberger Carbon Fibre Frame Covers (pair) for CBR1000RR (08/09)
Cheers Si, nice one mate, I appreciate the help.. I would'nt mind checking yours out first but I reckon the Ilmberger should be spot on and I know your fussy with your CF so I m sure the quailty and fit is as good as any out there.
Carbon Fiber Frame Covers-Protectors (pair) for Honda CBR1000RR 2008-2010 They are cheap! Especially if they are Kevlar reinforced too!
Would like to see the quality of them before any purchase though. Ilmberger are TUV approved so you know your buying a high quality product.
I've heard Ilmberger ones are a bit soft. Think I read that on here. End of the day, if the bike goes down, the carbon will scratch to sh1t anyway. Few pics here of their kit I've found: Carbon Swing Arm Cover for RSV & Tuono - ApriliaForum sponsored by AF1 Racing, inc. Members Gallery - Page 14 - ApriliaForum sponsored by AF1 Racing, inc. Ok its not on a Honda.
Cheaps for the links some good info there and seems the pro fiber get good reviews. The thing that worries me about the Ilmberger ones having soft laquer is your knees rubbing and marking it.
Hi Dan an chance you can delete some messages in your inbox its full which is stopping me sending you a pm.
Made a couple of offers on those above the start price and surprised not been accepted as there only £143 new and you obviously can t send these back if there faulty. Was hoping no one else spotted them to be honest as don t want a bidding war
Did you win those guards on ebay ? and out bid me by a fiver or so ? lol if so fair play !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
