Author Topic: Interested to wrap my K75  (Read 699 times)

Offline DannyEdwards

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Interested to wrap my K75
« on: June 22, 2023, 11:08:42 AM »
Hey Everyone,
I'm considering giving my K75 a makeover by using a wrapping technique to achieve a sleek matte black appearance. However, I'm starting to have doubts about the process. I've been using a Viking magnetic tank bag for a while now, and I'm concerned that the wrap might affect the bag's ability to stick securely to the tank. Moreover, I'm worried about potential harm to the original paint if I ever decide to remove the wrap later on.
I would greatly appreciate your insights on this issue.
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Offline Laitch

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Re: Interested to wrap my K75
« Reply #1 on: June 22, 2023, 04:46:49 PM »
Go with your gut.  112350
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Offline DannyEdwards

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Re: Interested to wrap my K75
« Reply #2 on: August 18, 2023, 08:46:05 AM »
So, I followed my gut and went ahead with wrapping my bike to give it a fresh look. But you know what? The worry I had in the back of my mind actually came true. My Viking's Magnetics tank bag "https://www.vikingbags.com/viking-survival-series-motorcycle-tank-bag" that sticks with magnets isn't holding onto the tank as securely as it used to. It's not staying in place like before, which is a real concern, especially at high speeds. That's definitely not what I wanted when I made the changes to my bike.

Naturally, I'm now on the search for a new tank bag, one that doesn't depend on magnets to stay put. Since my old bag was from Viking Bags, I thought I'd see what they have this time. And guess what? I found this tank bag"https://www.vikingbags.com/viking-bonafide-black-motorcycle-cafe-racer-tank-bag/" that doesn't use magnets. And the best part is, it's really affordable.

I'm really curious to know what you all think. Has anyone given this specific bag a try? If you have any insights or opinions, I'd love to hear them. Thanks a bunch in advance!
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Offline The Mighty Gryphon

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Re: Interested to wrap my K75
« Reply #3 on: August 18, 2023, 08:51:04 AM »
It certainly looks good and the price is right. 
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'94 K75S Special Edition Dakar Yellow "Cheetos"
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Offline Laitch

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Re: Interested to wrap my K75
« Reply #4 on: August 18, 2023, 09:31:49 AM »
My Viking's Magnetics tank bag "https://www.vikingbags.com/viking-survival-series-motorcycle-tank-bag" that sticks with magnets isn't holding onto the tank as securely as it used to.
I'm curious to understand how your magnetic tank bag worked at all with the aluminum tank of a Brick because aluminum isn't magnetic.  think   Regardless, there are dozens of strap-secured tank bags in the marketplace although not all of them have a lithesome blond like the Vikings have to promote them.

Right now, I have a Coretech Super 18 liter expandable bag pictured on the Brick in my avatar here. It works acceptably and stays put although it doesn't have side straps for what could likely be total lateral movement control. I've never wanted one of those because I like the side profile of the tank without straps interfering with its looks. Mud and insects corpses don't bother me. The bag has two forward straps that couple to connectors on each end of a yoke attached to forward frame members, and one strap connector at the rear that coupled to one connector on a yoke looped around the left and right frame tubes forward of the tool box/Jetronic holder. It can be used as a backpack, too, to act as a survival means while you're scaling Mount Hunter, if you make it a quick roundtrip and can thrive on ramen noodles cooked with the flame of a votive candle and Cliff Bars sauteed with snow.  :laughing4-giggles: I had an excellent, expandable Eclipse bag for 7 years until its zippers wore out from lack of maintenance. Eclipse has discontinued most, if not all, manufacturing. RKA makes fancy, adaptable and expandable bags, and there are many other competent candidates out there.


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