Tankslappers Protectors

Phenix_Rider · 06-02-2008, 08:16 AM

Has anyone here used these?
http://www.thetankslapper.biz/

Looks interesting. Now that I'm using a tank bag more, I want something to protect the top of my tank. Preventing scratches from sliding my leg around it would be nice too. I've already found a few small scuffs.

marko138 · 06-02-2008, 10:08 AM

Is your bike a parking lot queen or something you actually ride?

Phenix_Rider · 06-02-2008, 10:37 AM

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Originally Posted by marko138

Is your bike a parking lot queen or something you actually ride?

I ride the hell out of it. Doesn't mean I want it to be scratched to hell.

Rider · 06-02-2008, 10:41 AM

Get a Stomp Grip if you're worried about your knees scratching your tank.

Phenix_Rider · 06-02-2008, 10:43 AM

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Originally Posted by Rider

Get a Stomp Grip if you're worried about your knees scratching your tank.

They look like shit, and I don't need the extra grip. Besides, they don't cover the top where my tankbag sits.

jtemple · 06-02-2008, 12:44 PM

The Tankslapper is good quality stuff. The non-adhesive version will not stick to anything but a glossy surface, though.

NONE_too_SOFT · 06-02-2008, 12:48 PM

looks like a quality product. when im in my leathers i tend to dirty the hell out of the sides of my tank, but i dont like the stomp grip look.

jtemple · 06-02-2008, 12:52 PM

I use clear stomp grip and a clear stick-on tank pad nowadays. I have had Tankslappers on previous bikes and have been happy with them. If you put them on correctly, most people won't even know it's on there.

Phenix_Rider · 06-02-2008, 01:11 PM

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Originally Posted by jtemple

I use clear stomp grip and a clear stick-on tank pad nowadays. I have had Tankslappers on previous bikes and have been happy with them. If you put them on correctly, most people won't even know it's on there.

That's what I'm hoping for. I emailed them to see if they have a top piece specific to my bike. If not, I saw a link for some clear static cling vinyl that would work too.

I plan on keeping it nice for a very long time. So when it's the age of Marko's GSXR, it looks just as good.

Mr Lefty · 06-02-2008, 07:20 PM

I bought some... went to put it on my bike but fucked it up... you gotta make sure both the tank and the material are both WARM! or you'll tear it or end up with creases... as I did.

good shit though... can't really see it... and protects the paint.

I'm think'n about getting another set and trying it again when I get home now that my new tank bag doesn't have a built in tank protector.

06-02-2008, 10:41 AM	#4
Rider Moto GP Star Join Date: Feb 2008 Posts: 12,156	Get a Stomp Grip if you're worried about your knees scratching your tank.

06-02-2008, 12:44 PM	#6
jtemple Geek Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Papillion, Nebraska Moto: 2011 Husqvarna TE630 Posts: 1,437	The Tankslapper is good quality stuff. The non-adhesive version will not stick to anything but a glossy surface, though.

06-02-2008, 12:48 PM	#7
NONE_too_SOFT Chopstix / \ Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Akron OH Moto: 03 CBR RR Posts: 5,350	looks like a quality product. when im in my leathers i tend to dirty the hell out of the sides of my tank, but i dont like the stomp grip look.

06-02-2008, 12:52 PM	#8
jtemple Geek Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Papillion, Nebraska Moto: 2011 Husqvarna TE630 Posts: 1,437	I use clear stomp grip and a clear stick-on tank pad nowadays. I have had Tankslappers on previous bikes and have been happy with them. If you put them on correctly, most people won't even know it's on there.

06-02-2008, 07:20 PM	#10
Mr Lefty TWFix Legend Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Denver CO Moto: 01 BMW F650GS Dakar Posts: 15,677	I bought some... went to put it on my bike but fucked it up... you gotta make sure both the tank and the material are both WARM! or you'll tear it or end up with creases... as I did. good shit though... can't really see it... and protects the paint. I'm think'n about getting another set and trying it again when I get home now that my new tank bag doesn't have a built in tank protector.