Less expensive alternative to a hugger

[xprof]

OK Scott, I skipped step 1 ("clean the bike"), took a few pix of the hugger, and added them to my Photobucket album (the last 6 shots on the first page).

http://s405.photobucket.com/albums/pp138/xprof/

If you need closeups or something, just let me know. BTW: the wife and I had an excellent 65 mile breakfast ride to Solvang this morning, with the electric vest keeping her warm in the 50° weather.

[pbondy]

just ordered one! Last time I searched for one of these products it was significantly more expensive and had to be shipped from UK.

[Ric]

OK Scott, I skipped step 1 ("clean the bike"), took a few pix of the hugger, and added them to my Photobucket album (the last 6 shots on the first page).

http://s405.photobucket.com/albums/pp138/xprof/

If you need closeups or something, just let me know. BTW: the wife and I had an excellent 65 mile breakfast ride to Solvang this morning, with the electric vest keeping her warm in the 50° weather.

Correct me if I'm wrong....i thought the Nippy hugger required some sort of modification to install ????

[xprof]

I think you have to trim the bottom of the existing splash guard over the shock. I don't know if this is true, because I just removed the entire thing. No other mods were needed; it just bolted right on. I did have to loosen the wheel and retighten it.

[Mr Breeze]

Thanks for posting the pics Mike - that helps. Looks good.

[Ric]

I think you have to trim the bottom of the existing splash guard over the shock. I don't know if this is true, because I just removed the entire thing. No other mods were needed; it just bolted right on. I did have to loosen the wheel and retighten it.

I also found this on nippynormans web site.....

"If the ESA suspension is fitted please note the following comment from one of our customers:

""If ESA is fitted it is necessary to remove completely the bottom retainer of the ESA cable . The second retainer should be mounted inside instead of outside of the spring protector. Like this I think it will work properly . But there is still some contact between the hugger and the spring protector .""

The spring protector can be removed. If you have any doubt seek the advise of a BMW qualified technician or do not fit the hugger"

[ipokebadgers]

I received my MudSlinger today and installed it. It took longer to get the T25 bit and handle together than to install it. I wasn't crazy about the zip ties but with the black frame and the black zip ties you can't really see them. I think the MudSlinger looks good on the bike. It is well made and blends in nicely. It is supposed to rain this weekend so I will probably see how well it protects the underneath bits. I think I got my money's worth. Of course, YMMV.

Sean

[M249Joe]

I received my MudSlinger today and installed it. I think the MudSlinger looks good on the bike. It is well made and blends in nicely.
Sean

Received mine today and installed it. I'm happy.

It's not only less expencive but looks "natural" vs having another little fender over the tire.... YMMV

[Mr Breeze]

After searching on, and reading past posts regarding huggers, I've decided to bite the bullet and go with the ilmberger CF.

[Jed]

I received my MudSlinger today and installed it. I think the MudSlinger looks good on the bike. It is well made and blends in nicely.
Sean

Received mine today and installed it. I'm happy.
It's not only less expencive but looks "natural" vs having another little fender over the tire.... YMMV

Installed my MudSling Friday to protect the rear of the new Ohlin shocks. I don't know about the coverage that a hugger offers but the MudSling provides some serious protection for the new shock and everything forward of the rear wheel. Oh yeah, and the Ohlins are a complete game changer relative to the handling. I don't have significant miles on the new shocks but my first impression is that riding will be much more comfortable and more engaging with both increased comfort and improved road feel.

Now if the weather would only warm just a little bit, I could give the new additions a proper testing.

cheers,