rear hugger

[2kwacks]

if anyone gets this motax hugger, maybe put some pics up and any tips, like is it easier to take out the back wheel for instal  :)

agreed it covers the rear more :) agree it even looks better! but it's still secured by the tourqe arm bolt so you would still need to remove the exhaust can or in the case of the standard exhaust the link pipe as well to remove the rear wheel. have not tried to remove the rear wheel yet, but I understand that the hugger will stop the rear wheel clearing the splines. still not a big thou, just a extra 15 mins work ;)

[O.C.]

I reckon that the hugger will restrict  rear wheel removal, in fact I seem to remember that when I had the PR2s fitted a few years ago that I had to make some adjustments for the tyre fitter, at the time I had the Skidmarx hugger installed

2Kwacks...sorry for the confusion I caused, you are right ... the link I posted in the first set of pictures was wrongly placed and is confusing DOH !,

However the Grey GTR pictured has a Motax hugger and my Black GTR (with the akropovic pipe) has a Skidmarx variety...I hope that clears it up  ;)

I think I'll be getting the Motax hugger as its not badly priced and seems to be suitable for my needs.

[Boomer]

The Skidmarx hugger does require you to remove the hugger as the wheel won't come off the splines until you do.
To remove the hugger you need to remove the silencer.
I have it down to a fine art now as have just done my 4th rear tyre change (one was done by the dealer @ 25k miles).
Not sure if the Motax one is wide enough to permit wheel removal.
If it is then it would be a better bet.

[Kwikasfuki]

if anyone gets this motax hugger, maybe put some pics up and any tips, like is it easier to take out the back wheel for instal  :)

My bike has a hugger and I've never had to remove the exhaust or hugger to remove the wheel. I'll try and see if I can spot the brand.

[2kwacks]

I reckon that the hugger will restrict  rear wheel removal, in fact I seem to remember that when I had the PR2s fitted a few years ago that I had to make some adjustments for the tyre fitter, at the time I had the Skidmarx hugger installed

2Kwacks...sorry for the confusion I caused, you are right ... the link I posted in the first set of pictures was wrongly placed and is confusing DOH !,

However the Grey GTR pictured has a Motax hugger and my Black GTR (with the akropovic pipe) has a Skidmarx variety...I hope that clears it up  ;)

I think I'll be getting the Motax hugger as its not badly priced and seems to be suitable for my needs.

glad you confirmed that :) I was just about to book another eye test ;)

[Max Way]

I like the look of the Motax hugger but I can't understand the French website and there doesn't appear to be a link to an English language version.

Maybe I can buy from a distributor but not having much luck with Google - anyone have any suggestions.

Thanks

Max.

[O.C.]

I like the look of the Motax hugger but I can't understand the French website and there doesn't appear to be a link to an English language version.

Maybe I can buy from a distributor but not having much luck with Google - anyone have any suggestions.

Thanks

Max.

here ya go.. its simples..very soon you will be bi-lingual  ;D

http://translate.google.com/

[viper]

I like the look of the Motax hugger but I can't understand the French website and there doesn't appear to be a link to an English language version.

Maybe I can buy from a distributor but not having much luck with Google - anyone have any suggestions.

Thanks

Max.

I cant find anyone selling the motax hugger apart from their own french site. The site did look a bit daunting at first , but basically there are two options. 150e buys you the hugger with fixings and an additional 99e buys it painted. Ive translated most of the site and its plain black in its stock form.
Its obvious which is " add to basket " and if you then see " Prix noir Brut " itemised and 12e carriage youve done it.

cut and paste the individual tabs from the site into google translate
the paypal bit is as per english. simples

[Max Way]

Well I've ordered the Motax hugger - they charged 12 euro freight which doesn't seem right for freight to Australia when they charge the same to ship to the UK.  ( I think )

Anyway I'll see what eventuates.

[O.C.]

Well I've ordered the Motax hugger - they charged 12 euro freight which doesn't seem right for freight to Australia when they charge the same to ship to the UK.  ( I think )

Anyway I'll see what eventuates.

That shipping does seem cheap...maybe they thought you live in Austria  ::)

It would be interesting to hear how you get on with shipping and fitting Max 

[mecki]

Well I've ordered the Motax hugger - they charged 12 euro freight which doesn't seem right for freight to Australia when they charge the same to ship to the UK.  ( I think )

Anyway I'll see what eventuates.

You may be in for a long wait if they send it by boat, mate.

[Ziderman]

Just as well have stuck with the excelent Skidmarx one then. I have had screens fender extenders from them. All excellent products & delivery quick from Weymouth.
I don't have to remove it to do anything.

[2kwacks]

Just as well have stuck with the excelent Skidmarx one then. I have had screens fender extenders from them. All excellent products & delivery quick from Weymouth.
I don't have to remove it to do anything.

have you removed your rear wheel with-out removing the hugger? I've not tried yet, but been told the wheel will not clear the splines with the hugger on.

[Ziderman]

2 kwaks....No I dont remove it to remove back wheel & have had no problem what so ever. I am not the only one, but then heard some others have had problems. May be they just haven't got a big as a Hammer as me or been to the West country school of farm Mechanics like me.....!

[Max Way]

Well I'm not holding out much hope of ever seeing the Motax hugger I've paid for. Been just over a month since I ordered and paid and absolutely zero communication from them - all emails
go unanswered.

I've lodged a dispute with PayPal so I'll see where that goes. Hope I do eventually get it, if not it looks like a Skidmarx might be the way to go.