Side Case Protection

[SacramentoMike]

I'm looking for a couple ideas for protecting the tops of my side cases from scratches. Well, to cover up the scratches I already put on the tops of my side cases, okay? But also protect them from further damage. I found some online that would probably be fine, but thought I'd ask if anybody has another idea. I know some of you have the kind I linked--how do you like them? Any issues? Like do they stay on, or maybe start to peel off? Who's done something else? Your thoughts appreciated.

 

[NorCal FJR]

Mike, I had those on my 08 for many years and had no issues. They stayed on and never started to peel even riding through the heat of a Phoenix, AZ summer.

 

[RossKean]

3M paint protection film. You may be able to buy precut kits or roll your own.

 

[escapefjrtist]

SacMike - I've had TechSpec bag protectors on two different FJRs. Work good, look good and stick well.

~G

 

[SkooterG]

I've always put 3M clear protection film on the sidebags before I scratched them up. Silly boy.

 

[John Tanberg]

I'm looking for a couple ideas for protecting the tops of my side cases from scratches. Well, to cover up the scratches I already put on the tops of my side cases, okay? But also protect them from further damage. I found some online that would probably be fine, but thought I'd ask if anybody has another idea. I know some of you have the kind I linked--how do you like them? Any issues? Like do they stay on, or maybe start to peel off? Who's done something else? Your thoughts appreciated.

John Tanberg; I have used those on 2 FJR'S and they do work very good. Have not had any problems with them peeling off. Look sharp on the bike also!!

 

[Dodger]

SacMike - I've had TechSpec bag protectors on two different FJRs. Work good, look good and stick well.

~G

Ditto, plus there are sites offering precut 3M PPF for the FJR, I used on the bags and the tank.

 

[Whooshka]

Somebody had once listed a template duplicating those Techspec pads. I bought some fake carbon fiber wrap/contact vinyl and was going to cut my own but now I can't find the template.

 

[Michael Roberts]

I'm looking for a couple ideas for protecting the tops of my side cases from scratches. Well, to cover up the scratches I already put on the tops of my side cases, okay? But also protect them from further damage. I found some online that would probably be fine, but thought I'd ask if anybody has another idea. I know some of you have the kind I linked--how do you like them? Any issues? Like do they stay on, or maybe start to peel off? Who's done something else? Your thoughts appreciated.

The TechSpec is a great product. I have them on my cases and tank. Zero issues, and I ride in all types of weather.

 

[Trailrider57]

Just looked at your clicky and when you go to choose a product only the tank protector shows as available, not the saddlebag protectors.

 

[sapest]

Just looked at your clicky and when you go to choose a product only the tank protector shows as available, not the saddlebag protectors.

Here you go.
-Steve

 

[Fishin VA]

Somebody had once listed a template duplicating those Techspec pads. I bought some fake carbon fiber wrap/contact vinyl and was going to cut my own but now I can't find the template.

I have a copy at home, I'll try and remember to link a copy tonight

 

[art miller]

I've always put 3M clear protection film on the sidebags before I scratched them up. Silly boy.

I too used 3M clear protection film when the bags were new. I found using a heat gun on low made the application smooth.

 

[Whooshka]

I have a copy at home, I'll try and remember to link a copy tonight

Hey thanks but I forgot to post I actually found it. I had it saved on my other laptop.

 

[FJRBluesman]

Come on Mike... Use the handy man's secret weapon, Duct Tape! JSNS!