Rascal Grafik wheel stripe

[staindlegend]

Alright, so I have an '09 blue fz6r and I really like the looks of the rascal grafik wheel stripes, I'm just trying to decide which color to get. I'm torn between the blue or white reflective, or the silver carbon stripe. Does anyone have any of these on their bike they could post pics of? I'm especially interested in the silver carbon one. Here's a couple links to the stripes:

Rascal Grafik Carbon Look Wheel Stripe Kit - Street Bike 2009 Yamaha FZ6R - Motorcycle Superstore

Rascal Grafik Reflective Wheel Stripe Kit - Street Bike 2009 Yamaha FZ6R - Motorcycle Superstore

And I did find a pic of someone with the blue stripes that look decent:

09 FZ6R yamaha blue, sweeeet ! - FZ6R Forum Community Photo Gallery

If anyone has more pics or opinions of these or other wheel stripes, I'd like to hear them. Thanks.

 

[Rabbitman109]

I have the blue stripes but because it is cold here right now, I can't put them on. It is recommended that it be at least 60° F at the time of application, so they have to wait.

 

[staindlegend]

I like the blue too, but on the blue FZ6R it almost seems too much blue. I've kind of ruled out white cause that just seems too bland to me. However that silver carbon looks pretty sweet. Just wish someone had pics with it on their bike. And I live in montana where it is currently about 5 degrees so I know what ya mean. lol

 

[bmw675]

i like both carbon stripes, especially the silver. the only problem i see, and it could be the same with all wheel stripes (haven't done mine yet) is the amount of material. it says 4 per side per wheel. if you mess up on one your done. i would imagine on standard kits that you would have a little extra material that gets cut off so you have some wiggle room.

if its made with good vinyl you may get extra shots at getting it perfect but it doesn't say which brand material it is.

 

[staindlegend]

well, from another thread I've read about installing these stripes, you use a bit of windex on the adhesive and wheel to let you move it around before it sticks fully. basically, if your careful and don't rush, you shouldn't have a problem installing. however, I have read that the instructions give you a wrong measurement for the space between each stripe, so you need to make some measurements yourself before applying otherwise the spacing will be uneven.

 

[staindlegend]

screw it, I'm gonna order the silver carbon ones. they're only ~$23, and along with the puig racing windscreen I'll get free shipping. will post pics after I install them, prob in a week or so. my stepdad has a heated garage so the 60 degrees won't be a problem

 

[bmw675]

i've done numerous graphics kits on race car bodies. some with small pinstripes like this, some that are solid sheets 3' by 8'. i prefer soapy water over windex just because it seems that the windex would take for ever to dry and sometimes the glue would start to deactivate in that time period.
but soapy water and and a plastic card would be your best bet.

thanks for being the guinea pig, let us know/show us how it turns out.

 

[behindXgrnXeyes]

I have the white reflective on my white bike and I love it. The kit I got came with the easy on aplicator and all i did was clean the area and apply. No water, no windex. It's not 100% as easy as it sounds, takes patience, but it had a great turn out

 

[pincushion79]

Yeah, I like the silver carbon stripe. Thinking of getting a set too. But still convincing the wife I need a FE... Uphill battle.

 

[staindlegend]

I don't mind the fender to be honest. just the size of the turn signals. probably this summer gonna get some protons for the front and a fender eliminator to clean up the look. just don't have an extra $200 to spare at the moment
For now, some inexpensive wheel stripes to enhance the look, and a puig windscreen to both enhance the look and make riding much more enjoyable. lol

 

[staindlegend]

Ok, sorry for taking so long with this guys. I finally got these wheel stripes along with a few accessories too. Here ya go:

 

[Tmak73]

I am going to be ordering the carbon wheel stripe once it warms up here in MN. So in other words.. give me about a month and a half and I should have some pics.