Paul Smart owner in search of unicorn, Lower Fairings.

mikethepole said:

where in Canada are you?

there are 4 options to my knowledge

1. look for OEM - best option but keep in mind that OEM lowers were prone to cracking at the bottom mounting points. I have seen this a lot
2. as you mentioned, Airtech. quality is poor and they require A LOT of sanding and prepping to mount properly and look decent
3. check eBay Italy. Someone there also advertises lowers but DON'T be fooled, they are not OEM despite the misleading description. My friend in Germany got a set and they are comparable to Airtech. Perhaps they are Airtech and are being prepped and painted and sold as "OEM"
4. Worthing Classics - Luke makes lowers made of carbon. the advantage is that they will not crack like the OEM but the disadvantage is that you need to do some serious homework on how to avoid the carbon touching the tank. if you don't, the abrasive carbon will destroy your tank and any other areas it touches on your bike. Perhaps Luke has solutions for this. I also don't know if he as any fairings left for sale

other than that, I am not aware of any other leads

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DucatiMHE2002 said:

I am proud new Paul Smart owner, I know from reading and researching forums, finding a set of the OEM Paul Smart lower fairings is like finding a unicorn but nevertheless that’s what I’m looking for. I know they are not cheap when they come up. Anyone happen to have a set for sale? Or have a lead on a set?

I know I’ll have to be realistic here, so I am considering a set of aftermarket fairings but have heard very mixed reviews when it comes to good fitment and of course matching the silver metal flake paint. So far the best reviews I’ve seen for for are for Airtech’s aftermarket fairings. Any suggestions and or experience from owners who have purchased high quality aftermarket lower fairings, would be much appreciated.
Thanks.

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DucatiMHE2002 said:

I’m in Toronto. Thanks for the input. Good to know that tidbit about the original OEM fairings also. They would be ideal despite the potential for cracking. Hopefully of I can’t find OEM fairings I’ll find aftermarket fairings that fit well. I suppose the best plan would be to fit them before painting as imagine there’d have to be tweaks made.

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mikethepole said:

I sent you a private message, please take a look and reply

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tristan tumble said:

There is a Paul Smart with full fairings for sale near toronto. Perhaps the seller will sell you just the fairing?! Worth a shot.

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DucatiMHE2002 said:

Great minds think alike. I actually reached out to that owner. Nice guy but he is doesn’t want to sell his lowers separately. Didn’t hurt to ask though.

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DucatiMHE2002 said:

Great minds think alike. I actually reached out to that owner. Nice guy but he is doesn’t want to sell his lowers separately. Didn’t hurt to ask though.

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spydrshred said:

fastest way to get them would be to buy that PS and sell yours (or take the fairings and resell that one... you get the idea). A lot of risk and capital tied up in that approach but it would get the job done.

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motoFiend said:

Might not be a bad idea. This PS sold today for $29K. It did only have 270 miles on her. I didn't think it would go quite that high, but nice to see.

https://bringatrailer.com/listing/2006-ducati-paul-smart-1000-le-8/

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mopgcw said:

WOW.

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motoFiend said:

This one was even more surprising!

https://bringatrailer.com/listing/2008-ducati-sport-classic-1000s-2/

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DucatiMHE2002 said:

Good to see them bringing good prices. Can’t wait until spring to get the Paul Smart on the road.

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motoFiend said:

Agreed on all accounts. I look forward to taking out the PS this year as well. I've needed new tires for the past couple of years and haven't taken her out because of this. It's nice to see $19K for a 1000s that needs some work to it.

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motoFiend said:

Agreed on all accounts. I look forward to taking out the PS this year as well. I've needed new tires for the past couple of years and haven't taken her out because of this. It's nice to see $19K for a 1000s that needs some work to it.

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spydrshred said:

Holy crap... I feel like I have never seen a 1000S go for more than $15k USD, let alone that much. Maybe I should look into listing mi... Nope. Nope Nope. Almost said something crazy there.

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DucatiMHE2002 said:

I am proud new Paul Smart owner, I know from reading and researching forums, finding a set of the OEM Paul Smart lower fairings is like finding a unicorn but nevertheless that’s what I’m looking for. I know they are not cheap when they come up. Anyone happen to have a set for sale? Or have a lead on a set?

I know I’ll have to be realistic here, so I am considering a set of aftermarket fairings but have heard very mixed reviews when it comes to good fitment and of course matching the silver metal flake paint. So far the best reviews I’ve seen for for are for Airtech’s aftermarket fairings. Any suggestions and or experience from owners who have purchased high quality aftermarket lower fairings, would be much appreciated.
Thanks.

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