rocketman Posted May 23, 2006 Share Posted May 23, 2006 Has anyone tried the CF Alt cover? How is it holding up? Seems like it would take a beating and end up looking crappy. I just installed a CF instrument plate and I am digging the look. I want to replace my alt cover too. The alloy cover may be the better choice in the long haul. I also want to add some more spice to the cockpit. I'm not wild about the black top tripple tree. I love the top tripple tree on the Daytona. Who makes an alloy replacement that fits the stock clip ons (04 LeMans)? Rossapura's webpage shows this one on the web shop page but it doesn't show up when you go in further to look at the details of each item. Rocketman Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
orangeokie Posted May 23, 2006 Share Posted May 23, 2006 Has anyone tried the CF Alt cover? How is it holding up? Seems like it would take a beating and end up looking crappy. I just installed a CF instrument plate and I am digging the look. I want to replace my alt cover too. The alloy cover may be the better choice in the long haul. I also want to add some more spice to the cockpit. I'm not wild about the black top tripple tree. I love the top tripple tree on the Daytona. Who makes an alloy replacement that fits the stock clip ons (04 LeMans)? Rossapura's webpage shows this one on the web shop page but it doesn't show up when you go in further to look at the details of each item. Rocketman 89989[/snapback] I sent an email to Rossopuro asking if that triple tree would fit the Ohlins forks, but I did not receive an answer. It looks very trick. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paul Minnaert Posted May 23, 2006 Share Posted May 23, 2006 ohlins has the same fit as orignal, so what fits the marzochi will do for Ohlins. Same lazy sizes.:-), but its a sports tourer after all. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stogieBill Posted May 23, 2006 Share Posted May 23, 2006 I had quite a bit of CF on my '95 Ducati SS 900 sp. Clutch cover, alt cover, etc. It held up okay. Does look good too! Go for it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest MikeC Posted May 23, 2006 Share Posted May 23, 2006 I sent them an email as well regarding the guards with the slider and no reponse. Has anyone emailed them and received a reply, if so how long did it take. Mike Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dan M Posted May 23, 2006 Share Posted May 23, 2006 I sent them an email as well regarding the guards with the slider and no reponse. Has anyone emailed them and received a reply, if so how long did it take. Mike 90019[/snapback] Me too, no response yet. I have carbon fiber mufflers & rear fender. Probably don't get the abuse that a front cover would but the finish has held up nicely. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Greg Field Posted May 23, 2006 Share Posted May 23, 2006 Not all CF is created equal. The CF on the Aprilia Mille Rs, for example, does not stand up to UV exposure. We have a couple at the shop that are so white-powdery looking from sitting in the sun that they're virtually unsellable. The Guzzi CF stuff seems to hold up better. Aftermarket stuff is an unknown. I'm gonna try a carbon altenator cover 'cause the silver one always looks crappy 'cause it rains so much here. The checkerbpard pattern of the carbon helps mask the fact that on my bikes it is always dirty. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tikkanen Posted May 23, 2006 Share Posted May 23, 2006 I'm gonna try a carbon altenator cover 'cause the silver one always looks crappy 'cause it rains so much here. The checkerbpard pattern of the carbon helps mask the fact that on my bikes it is always dirty. 90023[/snapback] Hi Greg, no doubt that the CF altenator cover looks the tits, but how will it look after, i.e. 6 months? My alloy cover looks like shite after only 20.000 clicks. Too much gravel and dirt on Danish roads makes the cover look sinister, unfortunately. But CF sure looks dishy, so maybe I should apply for a cover as well.......what a sad plonker I am Søren Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Greg Field Posted May 24, 2006 Share Posted May 24, 2006 Hi Greg, no doubt that the CF altenator cover looks the tits, but how will it look after, i.e. 6 months? My alloy cover looks like shite after only 20.000 clicks. Too much gravel and dirt on Danish roads makes the cover look sinister, unfortunately. But CF sure looks dishy, so maybe I should apply for a cover as well.......what a sad plonker I am Søren 90042[/snapback] Yeah, I'm worried about how it will hold up. Someone's gotta be the guinea pig, though, so I guess it'll be me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rocketman Posted May 24, 2006 Author Share Posted May 24, 2006 Yeah, I'm worried about how it will hold up. Someone's gotta be the guinea pig, though, so I guess it'll be me. 90104[/snapback] Greg, MG Cycle sells it for $138.95. How much can you get it for? Rocketman Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Greg Field Posted May 24, 2006 Share Posted May 24, 2006 I'll look it up today. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KiloSjon Posted May 24, 2006 Share Posted May 24, 2006 If someone wants to get rid of his stock alternator cover (if in good shape), send me a PM... KiloSjon Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baldini Posted May 24, 2006 Share Posted May 24, 2006 ....I also want to add some more spice to the cockpit. I'm not wild about the black top tripple tree. I love the top tripple tree on the Daytona. Who makes an alloy replacement that fits the stock clip ons .... Come on... If it's same as Scura one just strip off black paint (A bit of sticky tape'll mostly do it - paint adhesion's crap), clean up the casting marks & edges; polish - et voila: polished ally top yoke! Will tonti alt covers fit V11? bare ally'll polish up well after years of abuse - they say it's better quality.... KB Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rocketman Posted May 24, 2006 Author Share Posted May 24, 2006 Come on... If it's same as Scura one just strip off black paint (A bit of sticky tape'll mostly do it - paint adhesion's crap), clean up the casting marks & edges; polish - et voila: polished ally top yoke! Will tonti alt covers fit V11? bare ally'll polish up well after years of abuse - they say it's better quality.... KB 90208[/snapback] Great idea. That makes you Baldini the Great. I never thought of it. Do you think this could be done without removing it? Is the stock tripple tree cast aluminum? Rocketman Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Greg Field Posted May 25, 2006 Share Posted May 25, 2006 Yes, cast aluminum. I can sell the CF covers for $135. I ordered a couple. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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