Member Contributer Switchblade Posted December 23, 2013 Member Contributer Share Posted December 23, 2013 Click to view larger image and other views Have one to sell? Sell it yourself NOS HONDA VFR800 V FR 800 V-TECH BLACK RED FOX HUGGER | Add to Watch list Seller information durhamducs (3596 <img alt="Red star icon for Feedback score between 1,000 to 4,999" title="Red star icon for Feedback score between 1,000 to 4,999" data-cke-saved-src="http://pics.ebaystatic.com/aw/pics/icon/iconRedStar_25x25.gif" src="http://pics.ebaystatic.com/aw/pics/icon/iconRedStar_25x25.gif" "="" style="margin-right: 4px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; padding: 0px; border: 0px; margin-top: 1px !important;">) 99.9% Positive Feedback Save this seller See other items Visit Shop: DurhamDucs Registered as a business seller Item condition: New Quantity: Great price even if he did increased the price. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Burkov Posted December 23, 2013 Share Posted December 23, 2013 Here is a ton of pictures with the thing fitted on the bike: https://www.dropbox.com/s/ktrkp6hpmgphs8j/2013-12-23%2015.07.59.jpg https://www.dropbox.com/s/582x30t8su9v5ok/2013-12-23%2015.07.47.jpg https://www.dropbox.com/s/7hktk0v4d6lnzl4/2013-12-23%2015.07.35.jpg https://www.dropbox.com/s/l9ke2iqp02r3f6u/2013-12-23%2015.07.18.jpg https://www.dropbox.com/s/jmjmbhtnmg7xq7p/2013-12-23%2015.06.53.jpg https://www.dropbox.com/s/rx1f3vmbffv392u/2013-12-23%2015.06.41.jpg https://www.dropbox.com/s/hh2a591z0apyufs/2013-12-23%2015.06.28.jpg https://www.dropbox.com/s/cy4aidibudpc8cg/2013-12-23%2015.06.12.jpg https://www.dropbox.com/s/cj4c6mgilr3vrh3/2013-12-23%2015.05.57.jpg https://www.dropbox.com/s/gii9eq6qsearfe5/2013-12-23%2015.05.14.jpg https://www.dropbox.com/s/wqlq8ux9x3dgiwj/2013-12-23%2013.35.07.jpg https://www.dropbox.com/s/s3s0l3sh69tsu3a/2013-12-23%2013.34.58.jpg https://www.dropbox.com/s/s3s0l3sh69tsu3a/2013-12-23%2013.34.58.jpg Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer Switchblade Posted December 23, 2013 Member Contributer Share Posted December 23, 2013 Not bad !!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WGREGT Posted December 29, 2013 Share Posted December 29, 2013 Had to drop the rear tire to install it? I like this, and the quality seems nice, but I wish it wrapped around the sides of the tire and covered the top of the tire a bit more. I'm still leaning toward the Powerbronze one ($95 USD, including shipping) but there seems to be a bit about the quality not being there? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer Switchblade Posted December 29, 2013 Member Contributer Share Posted December 29, 2013 http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Honda-VFR800-V-TEC-02-NON-ABS-BRAKING-Rear-Hugger-Carbon-Look-/181280691524?pt=UK_Motorcycle_Parts&hash=item2a352bd544 Not bad .. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Burkov Posted December 29, 2013 Share Posted December 29, 2013 @wgregt It is not needed to drop the tire, but it was a lot easier. Also you need 2 min for this. Just put it on the center stand. I tested the hugger the last 3 days, the roads were wet and dirty and it kept the sh*t out of the tail and the suspension. But i also think that it can be a little more wide so it cover the tire from wall to wall. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WGREGT Posted December 29, 2013 Share Posted December 29, 2013 I emailed Powerbronze HQ and asked about figment on the ABS version. They said no. Asked eBay seller same thing. He says he also asked HQ and was told yes, it will fit. So I suppose I can always send it back since he put it in writing now. Hmmmmmm....I also asked about warranty on splitting/cracking. Will post when I hear back on this. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer Switchblade Posted December 29, 2013 Member Contributer Share Posted December 29, 2013 http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Honda-VFR800-V-TEC-02-NON-ABS-BRAKING-Rear-Hugger-Carbon-Look-/181280691524?pt=UK_Motorcycle_Parts&hash=item2a352bd544 Not bad .. He does not ship to the U.S. !! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Burkov Posted December 29, 2013 Share Posted December 29, 2013 Aaaand it is super ugly. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer tbzep Posted December 30, 2013 Author Member Contributer Share Posted December 30, 2013 He does not ship to the U.S. !! You just refuse to believe pricing I put in the original post, eh? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WGREGT Posted December 30, 2013 Share Posted December 30, 2013 Don't know about this guy on ebay in the UK. There are a few on Ebay US though for $95 each total USD. That's the seller I'm talking about. Aaaand it is super ugly. Really? Wow. I love the looks of the Powerbronze one the most by far. Plus, it covers the most of the wheel, which is what I'm buying it for anyhow. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Burkov Posted December 30, 2013 Share Posted December 30, 2013 Well i like the clean look of the bike, and this thing is just gigantic. I dont like how it covers the sprocket. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer boOZZIE Posted January 1, 2014 Member Contributer Share Posted January 1, 2014 Well i like the clean look of the bike, and this thing is just gigantic. I dont like how it covers the sprocket. Agree. Me thinx it needs 2 b silver/or swingarm blaknd Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer Switchblade Posted January 1, 2014 Member Contributer Share Posted January 1, 2014 He does not ship to the U.S. !! You just refuse to believe pricing I put in the original post, eh? No I believe you , always looking for deals. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tigger390 Posted January 4, 2014 Share Posted January 4, 2014 I beleive the issue with ABS and non ABS is to do with the rear wheel ABS sensor wire that runs along the top of the 2 hydraulic hoses, so if the hugger covers part of the chain guard and brake hoses, the ABS wire interferes. If the hugger replaces the original guard and uses the original hose brackets to hold the hoses to the new part, you should be ok. If it comes with its own hose brackets then you can probably make something up to hold the ABS wire in place. I am looking at getting the Harris hugger for my 02 ABS, as this comes with its own hose brackets, then I will cable tie the ABS wire in place. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer ronimalvfr Posted January 4, 2014 Member Contributer Share Posted January 4, 2014 I have the power bronze hugger on my bike. It's an 03 non abs, but when I bought it, they only had 1 version. It has a little recess on the right side to make room for the remote preload to clear when the suspension moves up. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WGREGT Posted January 5, 2014 Share Posted January 5, 2014 I have the power bronze hugger on my bike. It's an 03 non abs, but when I bought it, they only had 1 version. It has a little recess on the right side to make room for the remote preload to clear when the suspension moves up. Can I get a few good fotos of the PB hugger on your bike from each side? Love to see how that thing looks... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Member Contributer Cogswell Posted January 16, 2014 Member Contributer Share Posted January 16, 2014 I beleive the issue with ABS and non ABS is to do with the rear wheel ABS sensor wire that runs along the top of the 2 hydraulic hoses, so if the hugger covers part of the chain guard and brake hoses, the ABS wire interferes. If the hugger replaces the original guard and uses the original hose brackets to hold the hoses to the new part, you should be ok. If it comes with its own hose brackets then you can probably make something up to hold the ABS wire in place. I am looking at getting the Harris hugger for my 02 ABS, as this comes with its own hose brackets, then I will cable tie the ABS wire in place. ^^^ That's spot on. It's no big deal to rig something for the wire. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer vfrcapn Posted February 9, 2014 Member Contributer Share Posted February 9, 2014 Didn't realize it was two pieces when I ordered. Wonder how it will look without the brake lines attached. http://www.vfrdiscussion.com/forum/index.php/topic/71995-skidmarx-hugger/?hl=skidmarx http://www.vfrdiscussion.com/forum/index.php/topic/71216-interest-in-skidmarx-hugger-group-buy/?hl=skidmarx Took two months but it finally arrived. Some small issues, metal bracket didn't line up and took some additional drilling. The washers with the kit didn't fit any of the bolts included. The rubber plugs for the inside bolts aren't tight, some proper well nuts should fix that. Overall though the fiberglass quality is great and the final fit of the fg parts is spot on. Clearance around the tire is good, not too tight but very close. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer Switchblade Posted February 9, 2014 Member Contributer Share Posted February 9, 2014 Not bad and it covers the rear shock ... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer Mohawk Posted February 9, 2014 Member Contributer Share Posted February 9, 2014 Thanks, I'm actually shopping for one now. But I want to replace the OEM guard. I sent Skidmarx an email to see what their shipping would be to the states. Don't both with Skidmark if you want a carbon fibre hugger. I expect carbon when that is what they advertise. BUT what you get is a carbon skin on a glassfibre hugger & whilst the outer finish is excellent, the inner i.e. the glass fibre is crap, they are not bonded together very well, I was able to peel the glassfibre out of mine ! They are also NOT light because what should be 2 ply carbon is 1 play carbon with 2 ply GF below :( Not sure about others. I had a red fox on mine & they are good huggars for a cheap price they do a good job. The splitting is from stress & vibration where the left side of the hugger joins the chain guard. Mine had a small split, repaired wth actone now, looking for a new home if anyones interested. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer tbzep Posted February 9, 2014 Author Member Contributer Share Posted February 9, 2014 I had a red fox on mine & they are good huggars for a cheap price they do a good job. The splitting is from stress & vibration where the left side of the hugger joins the chain guard. Mine had a small split, repaired wth actone now, looking for a new home if anyones interested. Can you photograph the hugger so that we can see the repaired split? I'd mainly like to see if a pre-emptive strike can be accomplished by reinforcing the area before it has a chance to split. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer HighSideNZ Posted May 16, 2014 Member Contributer Share Posted May 16, 2014 I'm looking for another hugger after having 2 Red Fox ones split on me. I repaired the first one with fibre glass on the inside and it then split again in another place. Thought I'd replace it with a new one. Well, after 2 months of use, it is now splitting in the same place as the original. Sorry but I would not recommend these to anyone. They are a cr@p product. Think I'm going to try one of the Geelong ones this time. Phil Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer NorthernVFRDave Posted May 16, 2014 Member Contributer Share Posted May 16, 2014 Think I'm going to try one of the Geelong ones this time. Phil Damn not cheap..... http://www.geelongcarboncraft.com.au/products/VFR800-2002%252d2013--Rear-Hugger-With-Chain-Guard.html# Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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