MTS 1200: Tank Protector and Tank Grip Dilemma (What to use?) - Ducati.ms

OKCDuc · Nov 18th, 2011, 8:48 am

New MTS owner here with questions.

TANK PROTECTOR
With the curvature of the tank, I have yet to find a tank protector that makes good sense and looks good. So I must be asking others here "which is the less of the evils." I am tempted to just go without as it is far less damage prone than my 848. I have found one carbon protector, and the other option of going to a carbon gas tank cover as a replacement for the stock plastic cover. Any suggestions?

TANK GRIP
I usually hate these, and on the 848/1098/1198 I have found the plastic gas cover to be just fine without. But the MTS is a different material, and seems prone to scratches from the knee. Photos show a variety of options, but you experience (good or bad) is valuable.

ddd269 · Nov 18th, 2011, 10:51 am

I haven't had any problems with the tank getting scratched. Since most of the riding is done upright, even tucking-in at speeds and around curves won't make contact with the tank. So, it's just a matter of aesthetics and definitely not a necessity, in my opinion. I like the DP CF cover for this option for looks alone.
CF fuel tank cover

Most common options
DP CF tank protector
DP Clear tank protector

Tank grip... this I think is necessary and was looking for one myself. I noticed scratch marks and wear where the inner thigh/knee would make contact on the bottom tank panel. No gouges, just wear on the paint(clear coat) so it's a bit dull. The DP CF tank grip is the one I like.
DP CF tank grip

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fatiredflyer · Nov 18th, 2011, 11:01 am

I've both installed, and though they're not strictly necessary to protect from scratches, I find the DP tank protector potentially more effective, as the vertical surface is more prone to come in contact with a jacket zipper or something dropped.
The tank grips are mostly for posing.

patorojo · Nov 18th, 2011, 11:02 am

I've used Tankslapper clear protective film on my monster and on my multi with good results. The curves on the multi's tank make installation a little challenging but patience and using a heat gun as they recommend resulted in a bubble free perfect install for me. It is removable/re-usable and cheap.

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Bill A · Nov 18th, 2011, 11:51 am

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mstevens · Nov 18th, 2011, 11:58 am

I've always thought tank protectors made about as much sense as keeping the plastic on your couch. They're as unattractive as a tatted antimacassar, as well.

patorojo · Nov 18th, 2011, 1:02 pm

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Originally Posted by mstevens

I've always thought tank protectors made about as much sense as keeping the plastic on your couch. They're as unattractive as a tatted antimacassar, as well.

That is the nice thing about the tankslappper film, it is virtually invisible when installed properly.

Whenever a post expands my vocabulary (in a good way), I am impressed. "Antimacassar" - while I certainly experienced them at my grandma's house years ago, I had never heard of the word before and had to look it up

martys · Nov 18th, 2011, 6:01 pm

I use the TechSpec grips on mine. I like it better than some of the other options as its removable/reusable if you want to relocate it and does a good job keep you from sliding forward on hard stops.

ebrew · Nov 18th, 2011, 7:17 pm

great stuff

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Originally Posted by martys

I use the TechSpec grips on mine. I like it better than some of the other options as its removable/reusable if you want to relocate it and does a good job keep you from sliding forward on hard stops.

OldDiavel · Nov 18th, 2011, 7:46 pm

I have the Ducati CF tank protection and like the way it protects my tank from the zippers of my jackets Ducati Multistrada 1200 Carbon Tank Protector (969A01710B) | Pro Italia.

I will probably add the TechSpec tank side grips also.