My previous tank bag started to scratch the paint off of my tank (It was not a Kawasaki product). How is this bag treating the paint job?
49647
it is working fine, I would most likely take it off if it were to get wet, and only put it on after it is dry.
49648
Good, i have no problem with this Tank Bag (no glue, no stickers or similars that can scracth or ruine the paint)
49649
The bag fits real snug on the tank and does not move at all. It's a quality product and fits perfect.
49650
I have used my bag 4 times on long rides (400 to 1050 mile round trips) with no problems. It has not worn the paint at all. Now, I don't leave it on all the time, so I can't speak to every day usage. I would be surprised if you had any problem, but wouldn't be surprised if after years of every day use you noticed some paint degradation.
49651
No issues at all, it's a great tank bag! You do want to make sure your bike is clean before installing the bag, as dirt / sand under the bag will end up scratching the paint.
49652
Can't say as I haven't taken the bag off the bike since new. I use is continuously so no need to remove.
49653
I have no additional scratches at this time. However my tank was already in bad shape around the gas cap area. It's been a great bag.
49654
I have had 3 different KLR's with 3 different KLR tank bags & no scratches yet.
1656653
I would venture to say there is some sort of weatherproofing on the bag. I purchased this bag to dye with iDye. The hardware and velcro all took to the dye marvelously but the bag itself did not take it at all.
1312223
Wash it off and it should hold up fine. Keep in mind that this is a medium size bag. Great for fishing trips when you don't need tons of tackle!
1085143
I haven't had any issues with scratches. I'm not using Comet etc just baking soda. I LOVE this sink. Yes, the pitch should be more so it drains better but I will never go back to a two compartment sink again.
455020
The sealer is very tough to remove and I have no idea if it will harm a good paint job. . I did not care as my tanks needed re-painting anyway. I did 2 tanks and both came out perfect. Make sure you do it right by the book and have a heat gun!
414377
I think I may have hot-glued a strip of vinyl down there...whoops, just remembered, the zipper goes all the way across the bottom of the bag and I had a mishap when the zipper gave way and my gtr fell out of the bottom of the bag. Luckily it didn't suffer any horrific consequences. I ended up hot-glueing the zipper inside and out along the bottom. It'll never happen again! But, despite this pretty serious shortcoming, I do like the basic design and features of the bag more than most gig bags I've had. They just should NOT run the zipper along the bottom, it's useless to do that anyway. Hope this helps...
1186154
I received a damaged tank. The surface on the out-let had a dent. I called the vendor. After seeing a photo of the damage they sent me an undamaged tank and a prepaid sticker for the return of the damaged tank. They were very efficient correcting the problem. You don't have to worry. Me second tank was received without any damages. You might think the shipping packing is marginal but it seems to work most of the times. OK, that gave me a delay in using the tank but that's only "problem" I had.
2192950
Mine is outside in the exact location you're speaking of. I've had no trouble with it at all. I decided to use a garbage bag over my new one, but my old one still works fine and I never covered it.
2231269
I used it on a vintage motorcycle gas tank and it so far has worked real well. like it better than cream coat as it covers better
835679
No. I did a gig last weekend and it stunk up my car again. I've had the bag for 3 months now. Still, a great gig bag for the price. Maybe Febreeze will help?
1964958
Mine has held up. It gets really squeezed when in its bag. It takes a little while for it to bounce back to its shape but always has.
207331
Paint is scratched by dirt particles, not the solution. The cloth used should be soft and absorbent and clean and free of any dirt or sand. The product is flawless, leaving a beautiful gloss, but make sure the paint is clean before it is used.
1656338
Hello, I check my bag after each use. It usually lasts a good long time before it needs replaced. I like to change mine when it gets half full.
2252423
I've had mine for a little less than a year. The paint is not easily scratched. Still looks new.
588983
I just got one and it leaked out the hole in the back. I found the problem to be the way the tank was molded. The ribs in the tank shrink more during the molding process, so the area where the round rubber seal hits the tank isn't flat, hence the leak. I bought some epoxy for plastic and put it in the grooves where the seal hits. That seems to have stopped the leak even with a full tank of water. The epoxy cost about $6 at hardware. After the epoxy started to harden, I scraped off excess and the sanded with fine sandpaper to make smooth. It took 1/2 hr to do but worth the effort. I hope this helps someone that is frustrated with the unit.
664765
It's like a polisher. My son (for whom I purchased it) did not use the attached small tube for scratches, wanting to see what the stuff did. It did not cover scratches, so he'll have to use the small container. Has not done so yet.
1056714
That is the same grill i bought the bag for. The bag opens at the top and once you grill is folded up it will slide right in. My suggestion is to put the grill in the bag and close it before putting the spare tanks in the side pocketsbecause those are a little tight getting in. I have not had by bag out in the rain to make sure that it is water proof because our tent has a screened in front porch that I set everything thing up in. Sorry I don't have an answer for that. hope this helps, it made our packing and transporting of our grill so much easier.