S2R hugger question

[Shuffy]

Anyone used these guys at all?

http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&rd=1&item=330263489552&ssPageName=STRK:MEWA:IT&ih=014

Just wondered about the quality and fit and whether the shorter types of S2R hugger are worth fitting. Does the shock still take a hammering or do I really need to look for a longer one with the built in section below, like the Carbonworld one.

http://www.carbonworld.de/shop/Ducati/Monster-S4R-S4RS/Carbon/rear-hugger-carbon-for-Ducati-Monster::877.html

Any other recommendations/ones to avoid?

[barbican]

I;ve got the DP hugger, which is very similar to the one on Ebay. Crap still finds its way on to the shock, and if I was having another one I would go for the carbon world type in preference.

[spike748]

Could try a Shock Sock as well as the hugger?

http://www.traxxion.com/store/detail.asp?product_id=VSS

[Redkite]

I have the carbonworld one, bit fiddly to fit, but it does the job and still looks great after 2.5 years. It does tend to work loose gradually, need to check bolts every couple of months. Don't want to take them out and re-loctite them because they were a pain to get in the first place (one of them is quite awkward to get at).
Pricey, but quality kit that does the job well and also looks good.

[Shuffy]

Could try a Shock Sock as well as the hugger?

http://www.traxxion.com/store/detail.asp?product_id=VSS

The Shock Sock is an interesting idea and would be a cheaper option coupled with the shorter hugger. I used to have a similar thing on my mountain bike, but was advised against it, as when they get wet they end up trapping moisture in the shock and potentially damaging it, although that one does say it's breathable. It's certainly worth considering though, maybe a good option for winter use.

[Shuffy]

I have the carbonworld one, bit fiddly to fit, but it does the job and still looks great after 2.5 years. It does tend to work loose gradually, need to check bolts every couple of months. Don't want to take them out and re-loctite them because they were a pain to get in the first place (one of them is quite awkward to get at).
Pricey, but quality kit that does the job well and also looks good.

It does sound like the better long term bet. Can you fit it with the wheel in? When you say 'fiddly to fit' do mean it's just awkward to get to the fasteners or is it because drill holes don't quite line up etc?

I don't suppose you've got any pics of your bike with it fitted?

But more importantly, another S2R 1000 in Dartford (or is it Amsterdam?) Shurely not? I thought I was the only 'grey' (read silver here) in the village. Glad to see you're spending your time between two of Europe's most exciting cultural epicenters.

[Redkite]

Yes you can fit it with the wheel in.
As far as I can remember you use the same bolts\holes that clamp a cable or brake hose. The difficulty is aligning the hugger AND the 2nd part that hangs down (hugger comes in 2 pieces) together and then trying to align this with the bolt holes.
One of is them is really awkward to reach you have to do it by feel. It took me and my dad a couple of hours to do it. In fact I lost my temper and had to walk away and leave it for a while!

Actually I'm more over towards Longfield\Meopham than Dartford but with the tunnel\bridge and Bluewater it's a place most people have heard of.
Have to say I've never seen another b\w S2R1000 with white wheels anywhere ever (apart from showrooms of course) in NL or EN.
Still gets a lot of attention - like that!
Here's a piccie, hope it's not too big. Best I could find at short notice. Could take some at the weekend if you want a shot from a specific angle?

- will post a link in a bit none of the posting options (like add image or more smileys) seem to be working......

http://www.xs4all.nl/~redkite2/DSCN0063.jpg

[Capo]

- will post a link in a bit none of the posting options (like add image or more smileys) seem to be working......
http://www.xs4all.nl/~redkite2/DSCN0063.jpg

And havn't for a while now, the website guy hurt his back

[Shuffy]

Yes you can fit it with the wheel in.
As far as I can remember you use the same bolts\holes that clamp a cable or brake hose. The difficulty is aligning the hugger AND the 2nd part that hangs down (hugger comes in 2 pieces) together and then trying to align this with the bolt holes.
One of is them is really awkward to reach you have to do it by feel. It took me and my dad a couple of hours to do it. In fact I lost my temper and had to walk away and leave it for a while!

Actually I'm more over towards Longfield\Meopham than Dartford but with the tunnel\bridge and Bluewater it's a place most people have heard of.
Have to say I've never seen another b\w S2R1000 with white wheels anywhere ever (apart from showrooms of course) in NL or EN.
Still gets a lot of attention - like that!
Here's a piccie, hope it's not too big. Best I could find at short notice. Could take some at the weekend if you want a shot from a specific angle?

- will post a link in a bit none of the posting options (like add image or more smileys) seem to be working......

http://www.xs4all.nl/~redkite2/DSCN0063.jpg


That's great, thanks for putting the pic up, by the look of it, it does it's job keeping the shock clean. I think this is the way to go.

Maybe see you down the Oakdene next month, who knows it might have stopped raining by then!

[Redkite]

Haven't been to Oakdene since 2004 I don't think (had a 900 Hornet in those days). I'll keep an eye open for meet - ups, shpild be over end Oct\begin Nov.
Good luck with the hugger, don't think you'll be disappointed..

Stu