07-11-2018, 02:01 AM
Kinda depends on what you want to achieve, and with what look. A while back I posted about TechSpec die cut tank pad 3 peice sets for 2017 Cb1100s. http://cb1100forum.com/forum/showthread.php?tid=12295 . In reading the reviews, I was impressed, particularly with the release an re-position self adhesive they use, that will not harm paint finishes. I have been considering this set for a while, and in your case, you could pre-cut a piece of clear wrap, or the Sniders Paint covering cookiemech just posted about to put on the tank top to protect the paint when using your tank bag.
The Bagster cover Jfro5687 posted is another option. It reminds me of the vinyl car front end bras that were popular back in the 80s. If you go that route, just be aware that if it gets rained on, dont let it dry on the bike, as it will fog the paint, just as car bras did. Otherwise a good option.
Shops that apply wraps or film are called glaziers. I have watched shops do wraps, and unless the material is pre cut to size and shape, they cut it on the vehicle. Personally I would never let anyone cut wrap or film on my vehicle, as I dont want to chance cutting into the paint. That said, if the application is pre-cut, they generally have so much practice with compound curves and application, that the end result will usually be free of air bubbles, and/or wrinkles.
The Bagster cover Jfro5687 posted is another option. It reminds me of the vinyl car front end bras that were popular back in the 80s. If you go that route, just be aware that if it gets rained on, dont let it dry on the bike, as it will fog the paint, just as car bras did. Otherwise a good option.
Shops that apply wraps or film are called glaziers. I have watched shops do wraps, and unless the material is pre cut to size and shape, they cut it on the vehicle. Personally I would never let anyone cut wrap or film on my vehicle, as I dont want to chance cutting into the paint. That said, if the application is pre-cut, they generally have so much practice with compound curves and application, that the end result will usually be free of air bubbles, and/or wrinkles.