How I fitted R&G protection to my Panigale

[@stevenhill6214]

I love fitting Quality stuff like that! Nice to finally meet you at the show on Saturday, i enjoyed our chat very much.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Thanks for popping by Steve, great meeting you too and sorry about the queue!

[@jamesbatten6609]

Makes the radiator area look so much better with the grills , and that rad being so vulnerable ide say that’s the first job on a panigale.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Cheers James!

[@tailtidy8185]

Always enjoy your videos, thanks for posting. It's good to see that a company , R and G are be proactive and realising the importance of someone like you and the audience that you reach. Hope other businesses come forward to support you. Be safe

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Cheers!

[@springy-2112]

amazing how many bikes have no protection for the delicate radiators this looks like a very sensible option and doesnt look all bling and in your face ..great bit of kit ! 👍🏻☮❤

[@DRChevalier]

Thanks. Had been considering the R&G engine protectors for my Tuono and Diavel but had never seen anyone talk about the build or ease of installation. With your assistance, I've now racked up another charge from Twisted Throttle, my local supplier. Plus rad and oil cooler protection to supplement the sliders I already have. Personally, I appreciate these vids as much as the riding ones.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Cheers Ross!

[@IKnowFootball]

How are the R&G Bar End Sliders? Are they weighted? I'm trying to decide between EvoTech and R&G Bar End Sliders

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Yes they are and so far no complaints!

[@IKnowFootball]

@@TheMissendenFlyer where does one get replacement pucks for the sliders? I only see the full sliders.

[@JS-01]

I was watching an old video of yours the other day and blast me you've lost some weight! Well done chap 🏍💨

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Glad you noticed! :0)

[@sharpbends]

Nice job, I opted for the Ducati radiator guards when I bought a Panigale, it's a mod worth doing on all water cooled bikes, cheers :-)

[@colindeans5972]

Nicely done TMF. You can't have enough protection on your pride and joy.

[@charlieryan1736]

They look great and add protection👍🏻 thanks for another helpful video review

[@brno221973]

I went on an R&G shopping spree as soon as I bought the tracer. Grill, 4x crash bobbins & a couple of fender extenders, cost a fortune but worth it for the added protection.👍

[@nigelren3719]

Tidy. Carbon bits add 10% horsepower, fact.

[@stevelong6358]

Nice job. looks great.the radiator protector looks fantastic..

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Yeah I thought it cleaned things up a bit.....thanks for watching!

[@dontneedthishandle]

This was extremely helpful, thank you for sharing!

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Glad it was helpful!

[@muhammadakram1279]

Your how to videos are probably one of the best, can you do some more - especially on how to wire accessories properly

[@LambChopRides]

Nicely done sir! All this crash protection going on are we to believe a track session could be on the cards?

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Could be!! ....but isn't.... can't afford the insurance!

[@alburns7278]

Hi mate did you have any trouble putting the top part in? Mine doesn’t look like it will fit noticed your video cuts the fafing about with it out

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Don't remember any great issue....

[@thebingleywheeler]

Good gear I fitted the rad guard to the KTM SA and it was very straightforward and looks a treat

[@debenhamdave4314]

Nice additions to your beautiful 899, look forward to seeing how crash bungs look as would like to add to my Ducati too.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Yes I'll no doubt post an update once I get them on - look a little involved for a numpty like me to do...

[@ritchsuk1840]

Love the radiator guards, the first thing I fitted to my Tiger Sport, it always amazes me manufacturers don’t fit them as standard!

[@mikedignum1868]

Did the same to my GS...Bought the rad guards from NN and were easy to fit.

[@mrsuperduke6684]

Great vid Tmf..... got rg guard for Sdr!! Got to fit it soon!!..... great to meet you at the bike show top man👍👍👍😆

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Yes good to meet you finally too! Cheers - TMF

[@hudsonrilke]

Had an R&G rad guard on my versys for ages. Had to remove one side of the the fairing which was a pain. Going to get some bungs. Not sure what those carbon protectors are offering. Always enjoy these type of vids.

[@springy-2112]

comment 2 ...just had to say it's refreshing to hear that you will get the crash bungs fitted due to the complex suspension ..knowing your limits is very important ...although i'm an ex mechanic i occasionally take a bike to my mates shop for jobs that he can do quicker and easier than me while i,m at work earning ...ie throttle synchronisation recently..👍🏻☮❤

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

...I've learned the hard way!!

[@colinvincent6599]

i had them fitted to my Ducati (rad guards). My only negative was that they did increase running temp in real hot weather. One year in the south of France I removed them mid tour as the bike ran scarily hot. It did make a difference not having them on. For the average UK summer I suspect it would be fine.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Yes I had the same issue when I fitted some to my BMW - will be keeping an eye come the summer.....

[@steve-wu7jp]

I went Evotech over RG and couldn't be happier

[@stuartknowles6160]

Cant believe you didn't use new black bolts for the rad guards those old dirty ones look terrible....by the way how is the OCD. LOL!

[@leftfootforward1040]

Putting some love onto the old panegali?? Each to um selves mate, each to um selves..

[@matbiker5460]

Another great video now all I need us a Panigale and some R&G stuff LOL. Hope you enjoyed the Excel did pop over for a chat but you had a rather large queue and the wife wanted to go for lunch. Maybe I'll get to say hi next time. Keep up the good work

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Sorry about the queue, rather surprised me that, it was around the corner at one stage!!!

[@carlton683]

Fab job mate well presented again nice start to the week

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Thank you Anthony!

[@charlieboyvespa8610]

Just bought an Honda nc750x dct. Keenly awaiting you upload from your recent tour!

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Coming soon!

[@shotaway]

Another really great informative video Thanks once again😀

[@petermurphy75able]

It amazes me that bike manufacturers sell bikes without rad guards. Radiators are quite delicate and certainly need a bit of protection. Nice video as expected.

[@karlwalker1771]

I think your other half would be as angry as hell, spending time and effort with your PRIDE and JOY:) how do you balance BIKE/WOMAN Your reply would be most anticipated and much-appreciated my fellow biker:/ PS I have broken relationships with bikes and women in my 50yrs of life lol: on a funny note I left home at 16 when my mam wouldn't let me store my HONDA MTX 125 in her kitchen(The local neighbourhood was rife with thieves: (The police said if you had a scramble bike you were asking for it to be nicked lol) I have watched your video and I really enjoy them, sir please continue to enthrall me and bikers alike:)

[@Z17xMachine]

Very nice little mods, Flyer. Tasteful I must say. You've done quite a little bit too your Ducati. Great bike!

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Yes I love it - I don’t want to overdo the bling but I think a bit of protection does no harm!

[@kai.analog]

Straight forward :) looking great with the radiator and engine guard on

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Yes pretty neat aren’t they!

[@shaun4164]

The 899 is such a great looking bike but looks even better with carbon bits on it 👌👍

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Agreed!

[@diesel-nq2ei]

Carbon fiber engine gaurds are a nice touch 👍 and the radiator covers look awesome 👌 the only thing where was your brew ? Can't do man stuff with out a brew 😁

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

There defo will have been one around I guarantee it!

[@greyrock551]

Great additions to your bike, not only do they protect but they also improve the look in my opinion! I didn't quite get the whole reasoning behind 'adding weight to your bikes' though - my own experience is that these things weigh in grammes, not kilogrammes. Surely the protection factor alone makes that worth it, and that's without considering how cool they look. You should stick on some R&G front fork bobbins, those look awesome IMO.

[@RevelatorAlf]

Nice vid again. Loving the white latex gloves.

[@richardd9976]

I like the radiator guards but I can't say I'm keen on the stick-on engine covers...

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Fair enough!

[@jackyrussell1]

Wipe the casing over with Metho helps with sticking

[@WatermarquePaul]

Rad guards look great I thought, just keep an eye on the temperature gauge if you do another track day especially a Euro one. Should be fine though I expect.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Yes they look much better on than I expected....

[@andyp9040]

Well done tmf. I have r&g rad guards and crash bungs on ny gsxr. They work very well. I also have a bit of a fetish for yoshimura parts! This biking larks an expensive hobby!

[@nigelbrankston8188]

By eck, you start early Mr Missenden! Love your work by the way :)

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Cheers Nigel - the early bird and all that...

[@richardbriggs1335]

Great job. Just be aware that sometimes small stones can get trapped behind the guard and grind away at the radiator. Worth checking for occasionally.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Good call!

[@HepcatHarley]

I like the rad guards, they should fit them at the factory. That was one very exposed to damage radiator position.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Yes they really improve the look of the bike too which was an added bonus!

[@norevlimitr1602]

Check your side stand pivot bolt. They get loose over time...

[@MotoMichelle]

Iv just fitted the aero crash bobbins to my s1000R, and also customised them 😃

[@MotoMichelle]

TMF if you get a minute please could you let me know what you think about what iv done to my R&G bobbins 😃

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

What have you done to them??

[@MotoMichelle]

@@TheMissendenFlyer iv added a custom bmw sticker 😃

[@spetersonmusic]

Looks great and R&G is quality stuff. Nice!!

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Yes I was surprised how much better those rad guards make the bike look! Good to hear from you as ever Scott - cheers!

[@Audittr2108]

My Ninja 400 has nothing below the radiator so the lower engine and downpipes are exposed to all the front tyre throws at it. R & G do a grill for that area so I think I may invest in one. Looked good on yours.

[@stepirate]

Front fender extender 👌🏼

[@philmorrow2446]

Really nice looking kit and better than replacing rads or crankcase parts!!!😱. Nice job there, and probably a good idea after laying down 2 bikes in the last year!!!😂😂😂

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

...well, two that you know of....

[@timothydubber549]

I’m really unsure about these radiator guards. Yes they do the job in terms of stopping larger bits actually damaging the radiator, but as a fellow OCD bike cleaner, they didn’t do anything to stop the mud, flies and road grime getting through. More importantly though, my bike ran between one and two bars hotter on the temperature gauge. Modern powerful bikes need a serious amount of cooling, and I doubt these products think that through properly.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Yes I shall be watching that closely....

[@MikeB-fp2nw]

Just fitted some R&G crash bobbins to my bike , One thing that confuses me - they are handed left & right . I've always worked on right hand hand side as you're sat on the bike , You stated you fitted top Rad guard from right hand side but I consider that to be the left . which is the right way of looking at it ?

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

I assume it’s right/left as you sit on the bike....

[@philiproberts6947]

Why have you left it so long to fit such a simple yet effective peace of protective equipment. I'd like to know the price for a new radiator compared to one of these guards. Top job👍

[@dannyracer25]

Nice need job TMF good video. Thanks danny

[@PhilC184]

Watching you undoing those spark plug cover bolts and waiting for a as something fell off inside. I also have two of those LED spotlight boxes sat next to me, which is a bit spooky.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Yes I got those for the CRF but thus far can't quite work out what to do with them, where to mount them....

[@PhilC184]

I got mine for my e-bike Project, which I hope to finish when the weather improves!

[@AlanTrades]

Thanks! Which windshield is that and did you have a video of installation on that?

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

If you search “how to fit a windscreen on a Panigale” you should find my video with the details....

[@geoffozevans4500]

You got some good stuff there, when you used the degreaser on the radiator face, a small toothbrush or one of the missus' make up brushes would have got the gunk out of the games without harming anything, it works cod I had to do it on my old Suzuki Water bottle rad 👍👍😎

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Ooh, I may have to pop them off and do that - nice tip.....

[@geoffozevans4500]

@@TheMissendenFlyer meant to say vanes not games 👍😎

[@davidfletchfletcher]

On the tracker, I put a tight geofence round the bike so I can work/move it, but still active if someone takes off!!

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

I'm not sure I can do that with Biketrac??

[@davidfletchfletcher]

@@TheMissendenFlyer yes, I have Biketrac. In the map screen online, security tab, geofence with customisable distance.

[@jamesdonoghue5907]

Will the rad guards affect cooling at all? I bought a Supersport S a few weeks ago and it gets pretty hot around town, even when the temp was down around freezing.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Come the summer I shall see!

[@stevesixtysix7630]

Have you thought about getting an ABBA Skylift? Makes jobs like these much easier and easy to manoeuvre the bike round the man cave.....added bonus you already have the adapters for your bikes

[@SuperchargedLlama]

Very much off topic, but where did you get your little socket set from TMF?

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Costco....neat aren't they....

[@SuperchargedLlama]

@@TheMissendenFlyer got to go later this week, I'll check it out!

[@LOTPOR0402]

Those carbon engine guards might secure with double sided tape ,if you use it properly . That silicon might make a bit of a mess if you take them off

[@Hinchy1a]

Mark cbay Will defo pull off Ducatis ‘shit finish paint’. My engine casing has started to flake 🤦🏼‍♂️

[@mrgari189]

Hi TMF, bought a Cardo Packtalk yet? Your next vlog meet-up is a good excuse to buy one 😀. do you have both mics (coms and camera) in your helmet? How about a video on your setup?

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

I have made a video on my set up - if you google “how to set up a motorcycle helmet for you tube vlogging” you should find it...

[@tonycat721]

TMF you said, you wont be able to get to the radiator after putting on the radiator guard shield, would it be ok to acf50 the rad one last time to protect or wd40 ? ……. I'm thinking of getting it in Red..... any comments ?.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Acf50 I reckon - and of course it’s easy enough to remove the covers to clean behind them once in a while...

[@tonycat721]

cheers for reply .. what about the red colour ?

[@martinfrost3596]

Radiator guards improve the looks & very practical, do think the "carbon" cylinder covers a bit pointless

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

When I dropped the bike a couple of years ago one of the engine cases had a very slight mark on them so I think (a) this covers that and (b) if I drop it again I won't get further damage on the engine cases....

[@martinfrost3596]

@@TheMissendenFlyer Fair point. I take it back

[@russelllocke7180]

Oh that us a beautiful machine.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

I agree :0)

[@thebingleywheeler]

Are you sure that "epoxy" isn't silicone?

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Nope....

[@carlwest3508]

Bought the same rad guard kit for my 2016 959 panigale, can't seem to find the correct size attachment to remove the screws on the bottom cooler, could you assist me Cheers

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Sorry this was a while ago - don't think I can help...

[@philiplindley7384]

I'm surprised some sort of covering for the rad isn't standard tbh, as they are quite delicate. Presumably there is some slight loss of cooling, does it say how much?

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Doesn't say and I haven't ridden her since to see if there is any noticeable difference.......

[@greggan100]

The crash bungs are a pain in the ass to fit. I ended up removing mine,!!!! the lads in ducati tri-options cup were causing more damage with them fitted, ie cracking engine casings. Just somthing to think about.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

...really, how interesting!

[@greggan100]

@@TheMissendenFlyer loads info on ducati uk forum. What ive seen and heard, i had to remove! Ducati in Bsb and wsbk if noticed wont use them

[@adambainbridge1047]

I know it’s a show pony mod. But I recently purchased a clear clutch cover by ducabike. Looks so nice, worth looking at if you save a few pennies

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

...I've seen them, I'm not actually that sure I like the look of them....

[@richiektm]

I took my carbon engine cover off didn’t like the look as they don’t match the DP carbon and didn’t look straight on the engine casings, them brake hoses could do with a good clean👍

[@Triss88]

Try fitting one of them on the 2017 R6 what a pain in the rear!

[@gss6531]

Morning TMF! Any chance we can get an MT07 review? I know there are a few out there but we need one with the TMF touch! :D

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

I've not yet had access to one, bit if I can I will!

[@UncleWally3]

To paraphrase Mitch Hedberg, that was interesting. It still is interesting, but it was interesting too.

[@therealunclevanya]

Principal back on board. Did I miss the Xmas giveaway winners? I follow you on facebook but don't do Instagram

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

No they're not - I recorded this a while ago and CBA to re-edit and re-render the video...you'll see less and less of them....

[@stevepovey2489]

Did you manage to resist 'giving it a little tug' before the 30 minutes were up?

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

No I resisted...I've learned that sort of stuff the hard way!

[@wanderdowndave3778]

As you have said in the past, the Panigale runs hot. I know it only looks minimal, but will this add to the problem. Still ,good work it does look good.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

We'll see in the Summer....!

[@rockyp3917]

Hello TMF, will you be doing a video on Honda NC750X

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Yes....stay tuned!

[@rockyp3917]

@@TheMissendenFlyer Great! I saw your tour video on the NC but no review. Thank you

[@gadjetnige]

The radiator guards do look good. But I must disagree with others here, the carbon/Kevlar covers look terrible. Not even cut straight as seen at 13:51. No place for R&G logos on this beauty, Only Ducati Performance parts for a Ducati, bit more money but worth it. Also when did the 899 get it’s Termis? Must have missed that Vid. Great content as usual.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

...I bought the Termis with the bike....£loody expensive but sound good....

[@markgatward8765]

Too cold ? High of -18 Celsius today in Winterpeg !

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Brrgghhh.......

[@greggan100]

Had these rad guards on my panigale from day one, they defo work👍👌

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Look good too don't they....

[@Bass.Player]

R&G radiator guards worked out well...

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Yeah they look much better than I thought - actually improved the looks of an already beautiful bike (at least in my eyes)....

[@hartley383]

I do wonder why manufacturers dont incorporate guards in these vunerable areas to start with.

[@dsimon9s29]

Thank you for posting. On the upper portion of the top radiator guard, is it attached to the body of the bike? I might have missed it, but I only remember you talking about attaching the bottom edge of the top guard.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

It's attached...

[@dsimon9s29]

Ok, thanks.@@TheMissendenFlyer

[@norevlimitr1602]

This should be a day one mod.

[@Banditmanuk]

Why any manufacturers sell new bikes with no radiator protection is beyond me. Often it's just an excuse to flog you extra stuff and extract more of your hard earned. First thing I fitted to the MT10 was radiator and oil cooler guards.

[@richiektm]

Forgot to add get yourself some paddock stands far easier to use once you are use to them plus you can leave your bike on then when not in use and gives you more room in the man cave

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Good point - might be worth it just for the Pani....

[@OldManTony]

I used an R&G radiator guard on my Tiger, it was a great fit and easy to do, but I had to pay for mine hahahahaha!

[@orlandoducati]

I wonder why R&G changed their two engine covers to these....they had different versions of ones..

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Did they indeed?

[@garyshuttleworth3459]

job well done, like me you know your limitations

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

I've found them out the hard way!!

[@johnmckay5711]

ask, del boy, mooi video for him

[@hoojamaflicks]

man cave footage looks good. new camera?

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

I think I recorded this on my GoPro if I remember right....or may have been my Nikon DSLR....

[@gunton21]

👍👍👍

[@lipsee100]

For someone as "Anal" as you regarding bike cleanness ,I thought the nut and bolts looked abit grubby and maybe a little corrosion. I spray on a little grease(poundstore),just to keep the original finish.Another thing I always do when I,v got my fairing off my RT is spray the exposed metal bits that are under cover, I just HATE to see rusty bits...Although I am not a regular cleaner like you ,I am a long term looker afterer ,like I say I hate to see rust...Having orginal finish at tradein time helps alot!!!

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Yes I completely agree - for some reason the Ducati fasteners aren't as good as on my other bikes....maybe I should do a replacement round, pains me to think you spotted that!

[@lipsee100]

@@TheMissendenFlyer forgot to say the guards look really good.but the finish on them bits is never as good as stock bits so I would certainly spray the inside with something ,or you will get corrosion ..

[@ThumperXT]

Simples!

[@thomasfrank280]

Those stickers are 10 - 50 hp each! That's free horsepower you're throwing away!!

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

:0)

[@peted7295]

That lower rad was really starting to look tatty, well worth doing. I hate to think what a new one would cost, Japanese replacements are expensive never mind Italian.

[@brianglendenning1632]

Pete D I damaged the radiator on my ‘17 S1000R, while fitting a rad guard - had to trim a small plastic tab above the top mounts and slipped with a sharp knife (I really should not work on my bike...). Replacement radiator had to be ordered from Germany and AU$1400 plus fitting costs.

[@peted7295]

@@brianglendenning1632 I'd have thought for that kind of money you'd be in the realms of having one made bespoke locally.

[@ZnenTitan]

Good grief! For what they charge for these bikes they couldn't have put them on at the factory?

[@ZnenTitan]

Thanks TMF.