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How to prevent scratches and wear on your motorcycle tank

How to prevent scratches and wear on your motorcycle tank

Posted by Crystal Stevens on 2021 Sep 7th

After polishing every last curve on your beloved motorcycle, you make a final fleeting buff motion to finish the job. Immediately you spot a scratch that you hadn’t noticed the whole time you were cleaning your bike. Add a layer of stylish protection by adding a tank pad protector on your fuel tank.

Whether your style is sleek and refined or colorfully flared. Tank pad protectors come in all shapes, sizes and designs to match your bike style. It will allow you the protection on the areas that are most worn on your fuel tank by your clothing. It will overlap your paint job, but if you have an amazing custom painted design, you can opt for clear tank pads, or you can bike tufted leather pads, or any type of design from company logos to patriotic flags to sugar skulls.

Easy install

Simple to install and pretty easy to remove if you need to replace them, or if you are selling the bike.

Installation of right and left tank leaf:

  1. Right Leaf: Using Isopropyl rubbing alcohol on a microfibre cloth, wipe down all mounting surfaces.
    1. Use pressure, get rid of any previous gunk. Mounting surface must be clean for proper adhesion.
  2. Use ½” square spacers to ensure proper, especially as marked in the Luimoto packages
  3. Prepare spacer squares by adding double sided tape on the back of each square
  4. Do not remove adhesive backing paper on the tank pads while in the alignment process
  5. Place spacer squares in the recommended location based on the installation notes per bike brand and tank pad shapes
  6. You may use additional tape as marking if needed
  7. Remove backing paper carefully
  8. Align the tank leaf to your spacer squares and/or additional alignment aids
  9. Once aligned, press down on your tank leaf firmly and continuously all around for 1 minute
  10. Left Leaf: Repeat steps 1-6 for the other side

Installation of tank pad:

  1. Tank Pad: Remove the alignment squares
  2. Measure the suggested height and stick a piece of tape of the tank page
  3. Measure the width: place a longer tape matched to your height measurement
  4. Measure the center point of the gas tank using obvious reference points
  5. Draw a centre point
  6. Repeat the same process for the top of the tank
  7. Roughly place your tank protector and line up the centre points (pre-bend if necessary)
  8. Using your tape, place additional alignment markers on each side
  9. Remove backing paper carefully. Take care not to remove the adhesive or touch it while removing the backing paper
  10. Lightly stick one end first, while using your other hand to pivot and centre the other end
  11. Once aligned, press down on your tank leaf firmly and continuously all around for 1 minute
  12. Remove the alignment stickers and aides once complete.

An array of tank pad options

Simple with logo

Truimph Carbon Fiber Tank Pad Protector

ITALIAN MADE 3D CARBON FIBER MOTO GUZZI TANK PAD PROTECTOR 3M ADHESIVE

Tank protection made in 3D RealFiber with matte surface finish. Thanks to softness, flexibility and 3M double-sided adhesive tape, they are guaranteed against accidental detachment. The real carbon fiber gives reflections and depth not found in the economic Carbon Look.

Ducati Streetfighter Tank Pad Protector

Simple in plastic or leather

Ducati Streetfighter V4 Sport Tank Leaf Knee Pads and Tank Protector

Available in Red or Black or Yellow Stitch. Handcrafted design details like piping and stitching, offers a unique look while Tec-Grip surface reduces rider fatigue by offering exceptional rider stability during acceleration, braking, cornering, and rough roads. The matching tank protector prevents zippers and buckles from scratching paint.

Classic leather with union jack flag

Triumph Union Jack Tank Pad Protector

Triumph Union Jack Knee Grips

Available in Vintage Brown , Dark Brown or Black. Tank Leaf is the handcrafted tank grip evolved - the first of its kind to blend function and form. Offers a unique look while Tec-Grip surface reduces rider fatigue by offering exceptional rider stability during acceleration, braking, cornering, and rough roads. Tank Leaf is lighter than other tank grips, and is easy to install using weatherproof 3M tape. Tested and proven on the street and the track.

Artistic Flair with Mexican Skull design

Day of the Dead Tank Pad Protector

Day of the Dead Mexican Skull Tank Pad Protector

Made of a special Elastomer Polyurethane, they adapt easily to any type of tank, protecting it from scratches and bumps. Special formulated adhesive is infused into the protector. It ensures excellent adhesion and durability.

Yamaha Bra Tank Cover

Yamaha Bra Tank Cover

YAMAHA MT-09 2013-02020 GAS PETROL TANK BRA COVER PROTECTOR TOP SELLERIE

Protect your tank from harsh weather or long trip riding with a tank bra made from high quality cotton polyester blend fabric. There is a layer of foam on the inner side to protect your tank from scratches. For everyday maintenance, simply wash using a sponge and warm soapy water, rinse with clean water then dry.

Yamaha Full Tank Cover

Yamaha Full Tank Cover

YAMAHA YZF R1 2009-2010 GAS PETROL TANK BRA COVER PROTECTOR TOP SELLERIE

Fullest coverage to protect your tank and often used for cross-country or extreme weather riders. Materials that come in several textures and colors are PVC coated fabrics (80 to 90 % PVC and 10 to 20 % for the base made primarily of cotton or cotton/polyester). For everyday maintenance, simply wash using a sponge and warm soapy water, rinse with clean water then dry.