How to fix a scratched TFT and Other Garage Mayhem!

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Before you comment on the bubbles issue as many have done (thanks!), just FYI the bubbles dissappeared after a few days of their own volition! So now very happy with my efforts.....

[@michaelmclarney1994]

That's good news! I will be looking at speedo angels for my bikes too 👍

[@sthildas4857]

I detail paint with a machine polisher, plexiglass included. Meguiars PlastX.

[@pw3591]

Maybe the film is slightly porous which would allow air bubbles to escape over time. Personally I couldn't have put up with the bubbles, they would have had to come off if it were my bike.

[@bryantelf7811]

So it easy operator error 🎅👍

[@lowriderrjw]

Exactly why I avoid those screen protectors. The bubbles annoy me more than light scratches. Glad yours disappeared!

[@michaelmclarney1994]

Hi Andy, and anyone else watching thinking about a fix for fine scratches on the speedo and tacho plastics. I spoke with the watchmaker I work with and he uses Autosol metal polish, and a soft cloth for plastic watch glasses, which is thicker and more cost effective. Being a clockmaker and not working on watches, I didn't know this but I will use it on my bikes instruments in future. Thanks for all your efforts Andy, in providing us with a great channel 👍

[@sthildas4857]

Autosol is too abrasive... Meguiars PlastX is the one you want.

[@bradleyalexander5821]

The subtle rumble of your Speed Twin snuck its way onto the audio, that’s such a beautiful sound.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

It does sound great doesn't it - one of the cool things about that bike.....

[@stevegordon2032]

Just the very best of motorcycle sites to watch all things bike. Your presentation is affable and professional. Production of your videos is always first class. Long may they continue to entertain us.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Thank you very much!

[@mickthemaverick5998]

Sorry to say so Andy but the air bubbles are due to the application rather than the product. If you hold the protector in a dish shape and roll it on to the screen very slowly you should be able to avoid them in the first place. Just gently keep the pressure on with a roller of some suitable size and they go on well. I use the case of an old lipsyll tube!!

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Thanks for the advice!

[@davidsandilands1285]

Practice makes perfect.

[@gregorybigg8924]

Patience is a virtue when putting these on , don’t rush

[@Pyrrho_]

A common fear of slow application is dust getting between the protector and surface. I've found if you can manage to get some sort of cross airflow, either via a breeze or a strategically-placed fan, that issue is resolved and you can go as carefully as you please.

[@pauljordan7249]

When I applied a screen protector from Speedo angels I used a spray bottle and plenty of water hence no bubbles, then leave it until all is dry

[@Sinshiro917]

I find good old vlog style videos where we talk about everything and nothing to be so theraputic during winter times, I don't think I've taken my bike out since the start of October now. (glares out at the snow) Anyway, thanks alot, Andy. Much appreciated. As for screen protectors, my OCD won't let me have air bubbles and I personally refuse to give up untill I get them all out, even if it takes me all day. I hope no one else has to suffer the same.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

I’m with you - Weirdly after a few days the bubbles disappeared, so happy days!

[@davidallen1213]

I was just going to say ...I had air bubbles showing in mine, but after a few days they'd gone.

[@saintsteve]

I’m glad you showed the plastic polish tip. I have the same issue on my Z900RS so will defo be giving that a go.

[@sthildas4857]

Meguiars PlastX

[@raymondlyle663]

Good morning. Fill a spray bottle with a mix of washing up liquid (just a small amount)and water. Spray the lens and the protector before applying it and then use the small plastic scraper tool to push the water solution out. It’s how paint protection film/frame saver is applied. Best wishes.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Thanks for the tip - Weirdly after a few days the bubbles disappeared, so happy days!

[@PDCRed]

Yep. Bubbles have an easy way out then.

[@Howard1776]

The protectors supplied by R&G come with a small spray bottle you fill with soapy water.

[@jeffgreen...]

Hi Andy, the small air bubbles should dissipate naturally over a few days, happens quite a lot in the vinyl signage game.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Indeed the air bubbles disappeared after a couple of days!

[@luddite6239]

I'm not usually swayed by KZbin influencers' recommendations but, when I wanted a dash protector for my Ducati Monster, I remembered Speedo Angels, who were sponsoring the channel at the time. Unfortunately, they didn't cater for my particular model but, after a couple of emails, we arranged for me to send them the dash cover, (which luckily can be separated from the electronics), for them to use as a template. Within a week, they had made me a custom two-piece protector, which fitted perfectly (no bubbles!) is completely invisible and is still doing its job two years later. So a big thumbs up to Speedo Angels for both the product and their customer service. Highly recommended. 👍

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Wow nice one!

[@jasonhoffman7290]

I found your channel a few years ago when I was looking for reviews on the Beeline. I did buy one, and I'm happy to hear they are sponsoring you. I bought a RAM mount for my Beeline. It attaches the ball with a longer replacement handlebar clamp bolt. Really easy to install and the arm on the RAM mount allowed me to mount the Beeline further from the bar. It is in about the same area as the TFT now. This means I can glance down and see it easily without looking all the way down at my bars, which I felt took my eyes off the road.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Cool!

[@jimhutton4352]

Thank you so much for the heads up about the Polywatch, I’ve just used some on a watch and the results are fantastic. Without you Andy I wouldn’t even know the stuff existed. Brilliant, thanks mate

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

My pleasure!

[@SouthWest-jj8yu]

I have used the Speedo Angels screen protectors several times but most of the time been thwarted by the dreaded air bubbles and took them off. The big success is the GS TFT as they do a Tempered glass protector that has no air bubble problem, more or less just lay it on and it sticks itself down with no bubbles.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Yes I had one on my GS but took it off in the end due air bubbles. Weirdly after a few days the bubbles disappeared on the Kawasaki, so happy days!

[@mauroignelzi329]

Just like window tinting the bubbles will go away from the warmth of the sun and loved the Japanese tour

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

They did indeed!

[@colindeans5972]

I fitted Speedo Angels screen protectors to my RS. I used a small amount of soapy water as instructed and they went on without issue. Not sure if the protectors you bought required the same method of fitting however I suspect a TMF application faux pas occurred. Tiny bubbles (not the 1967 Don Ho version) are surely better than scratches. Hope the injury is mending well. Cheers.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Cheers Colin - painful so far!! Not an injury by the way but a planned operation I’m pleased to say! On the protection front after a few days the bubbles disappeared, so happy days!

[@craigmayall7513]

I purchased a Beeline a few years ago after watching your review. I had to get it sent to NZ from the UK. Excellent piece of kit. Roll forward a few years and they are now in bike shops here. I just purchased the metal mount for my BMW f900XR and it looks great. Definitely recommend the Beeline gear. Top notch.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Great to hear!

[@darrenhall6509]

Good to read in the comments that the bubbles have gone, I would accept bubbles over scratches though. Being a big girls blouse these days, I don`t go out if the forecast is 10 deg or below. Take it easy Andy, because when your warm you can forget the tyres and the road are still cold. Hate to see you slip off on wet dead leaves and thump that shoulder. Japan vid one was good, Thank you.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Cheers Darren! Trust me my shoulder is upper most in my mind currently (painful!)….

[@liamfisher4191]

That was great....informative and convivial...lovely ....from a 55 yo out in western Australia 🇦🇺 Keep up the good work

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Thank you Liam - glad you enjoyed it!

[@snuffparrot]

Love the variety on the channel, TMF. Never quite knowing what's coming up, (even after Parish Notices), has to be a good thing, right ? Thanks for the link, and to the person who recommended the Polywatch plastic polish. Could come in handy if and when I might need something along those lines. Noticed in a comment below that the air bubbles dissipated after a couple of days, so that looks like a win. Looking forward to Episode 2 of the Japan tour.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Much appreciated! Thanks for watching!

[@Bazza47]

I think we'll need an update on the air bubbles! A light mist of a water with a couple of drops of washing up liquid in on the TFT before application then work from the middle out with a credit card as a squeegee worked for me on the GS using one of the speed angles protectors. I have a keis heated vest and it is a game changer as no matter how many layers you put on the vest will keep you warmer over the course of your ride and of course the heat is adjustable

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

The air bubbles disappeared after a day or two!

[@Bazza47]

@@TheMissendenFlyer Thanks, that's useful to know 👍

[@speedtriplerider7853]

Cheers to you and your viewer for the top tip screen polish

[@edwardsenesac]

Lots of fun as usual! I would also replace the cheap plastic brake reservoir with a nice black aluminum Rizoma tank for low cost as you look at it proudly displayed high-up on a Triumph. This would match your navigation device. Next, I would have tooted my horn for that stopped driver who seemed lost and confused at the intersection. Maybe he didn’t see you and would have suddenly darted-out in any direction without warning as they do here in Miami continually. Lastly, I also have a wind squeal in my Schuberth helmet. It’s something to do with the vents. Don’t let these guys harass you with petty problems comments😅! I enjoy your focus on detail for our fun hobby.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Thank you - appreciate that - I was well aware of the types of advice I would receive as a result of making this video!!! Gotta love the internet!

[@garyhope0103]

Great little Vlog, I do enjoy these little bits of maintenance. Yes, like your good self, I think those air bubbles will seem to get bigger and bigger, but it seems as if the glass wax works, perhaps a clean with a drop of that every month or two would suffice. Also, the Beeline mount absolutely looks the part, and a good addition.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Weirdly the bubbles dissappeared after a few days of their own volition! So now very happy with my efforts.....

[@garyhope0103]

@@TheMissendenFlyer thats great news.

[@StephenClarke-l4s]

Nice one Andy, it was like watching myself at work in the garage. Also, the finishing jingle is great.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Really pleased you like it!

[@mysterybiker1717]

I just fitted same Screen protectors to my bike and loads of air bubbles. It mentions in instructions about applying wet for best result (spray dash with water). Didnt like idea of that but maybe worth a try.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Weirdly after a few days the bubbles disappeared, so happy days!

[@ragerider6283]

Handy vid TMF. Good tip about the watch polish. As for the screen protector, the bubbles would do my head in so if you can't get them out, I'd get another one & try again personally if they bug you too. On a separate note, I'm looking in to the Beeline as it seems a nifty little proposition.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Weirdly after a few days the bubbles disappeared, so happy days! …and yes the Beeline is a handy addition to a retro….

[@ragerider6283]

@@TheMissendenFlyer Excellent news. I'm an impatient perfectionistic git lol so there's a lesson for me there to just give things a bit of time maybe!

[@nickaxe771]

When I owned my small microlight aircraft.....the front wind deflector and crash hat visor.....Plexiglas polish.....the idea is that it fill minor blemishes. Some say Pledge is just as good. Acts as a lubricant to help stop future scratching.

[@Tenfx72]

I have the same scratches on my TFT, heading to Amazon. The RS is a lovely looking bike.

[@fredgolbourn2074]

How did you get on with the scratches?

[@Tenfx72]

@fredgolbourn2074 The fine scratches disappeared, took a few attempts.

[@mikeblade9173]

Thank you Andy for you time to reply I will look into road 6 tyres 🙏👍

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

No worries.....

[@Themotograndpa]

Read the instructions for the speed angle should spray with a little water and then start from apply protective cover from one side no bubbles on mine Andy 😀great little vid 👍

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Cheers! Weirdly after a few days the bubbles disappeared, so happy days!

[@geoffozevans4500]

Hi Andy , the first time I use a new microfibre cloth I rip the label off as these can scratch the clear coat ( ask me how I know 😀), the labels are hideously prone to scratch, so good practice to remove them. All the best & stay safe 👍👍

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

yes great tip!

[@geoffozevans4500]

@@TheMissendenFlyer 👍

[@matthewcoleman8267]

Flew back from Japan to do this video, dedication personified 😉😄

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Exactly right!

[@ricatiman]

After using the polishing compound, I suggest wiping the surface down with Isopropyl alcohol and water 1/2 and 1/2. With the fresh towel, that will remove the oils that are in the Polywatch. That is the final step detailers do before any PPF or wax or ceramic is applied. Great looking bike - Check out having a ceramic coating done on it. The newest ceramics have come a very long way in the past couple of years and now are almost magical in their protective qualities, and will last hundreds of washes, over many years.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Yes I have thought about that….still pondering!

[@brandywell44]

When using film protectors or applying stickers use something like a screenwash solution from a spray bottle to allow the film to slide into place and allow air bubbles to squeeze out with a squeegy rubber blade.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Thanks for the tip (which I was aware of as it happens was just being lazy). Weirdly after a few days the bubbles disappeared, so happy days!

[@jim4165]

Andy, it's all in the application! If you don't want to try and re-sit them try a sharp pin in the centre of the bubble and work the protector towads the pin hole - usually gets rid of them and is almost invisible when finished! Been there...

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Weirdly the air bubbles disappeared after a couple of days!

[@jim4165]

@@TheMissendenFlyer Even better!

[@Chiefrower]

Live with them. They look fine from here!!

[@Stephen_Martin]

Live with it. At least you know your dials are fine underneath and are protected from further damage. Just bought that same Jacket, but yet to try it out.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Weirdly after a few days the bubbles disappeared, so happy days!

[@fazerdude1965]

I had the same issue when fitting the screen angels to my GS. Appreciate it’s probably the application rather than the product.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Mine dissappeared after a day or tow - happy days!

[@MarkATaylor]

I bought a Beeline on the strength of your recommendation must be 2 or 3 years ago now. Still have it on my Scrambler and I agree, it’s more in keeping with the style of the bike. Happens to be a great bit of kit as well, all you really need sat nav wise on a bike!

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Great to hear!

[@Thruxtonrider21]

Hope the recovery is going well! Thanks for the content in the interim! Happy Friday to you both😊

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Thank you! You too!

[@michaelmclarney1994]

Great upload Andy, I hope your shoulder is healing well? I will look out for the plastic watch glass polish as I'm sure I can get it through my business, being a Clockmaker! Not working on watches I hadn't heard of it and will discuss with my mate as he is the watchmaker. Thanks 👍

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Thanks Michael - shoulder is very painful alas but apparently quite normal…gonna be a while before I’m back on two wheels 😔

[@michaelmclarney1994]

@@TheMissendenFlyer hopefully the new Year will bring less pain better biking weather! I know how you feel, my rotator cuffs are suffering and will ultimately need surgery but am starting with injections next week. I'm going to have to sell my fireblade, I can't seriously ride it anymore and my interceptor to raise funds towards an adventure bike. They are so comfy and don't hurt so it makes sense. I hate to see them go as they were meant to be keepers.

[@richardho5955]

Spray water on the LCD screen before putting the screen protector on…the protector floats until the water evaporates. Autosol also make a good plastic polish…certainly a bigger tube!

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Thanks for the advice!

[@pricklypunter]

Morning bud, the screen protectors were one of the first things I done to my girl. I can tell you that, despite having worked with vinyl for 20+ years, my results were not much better than yours. Worse still is that they move as they expand and contract with heat and if you are unfortunate to be washing the bike during that movement, water and crap will get in behind them over time. I will be replacing mine over the winter, so I basically I got 1 season out of them. Oh and I'm enjoying the Japan tour, I have always wanted to go there and experience the culture 👍

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Weirdly after a few days the bubbles disappeared, so happy days!

[@erkutgurun]

Thanks for the great informative video. Just ordered me-self some polywatch ;) I think I'll try to use it also on the other plastic parts of the bike, as well as mobile phone screens, tv screens, laptop screens and what not. About your screen, I'd rather have a scratchy screen, than a bubbly one. If you watch some vidoes about how to put that on, I have a feeling you will do a much better job 2nd or 3rd time round. There is a technique, which I couldnt quite see you implement. Good luck and Godspeed!

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Yes I’ve got a few uses for it!

[@klapphelmfahrer4148]

I like the beeline products as well, although I only have one, with a mount on each of my bikes, I can´t ride them all at the same time anyway. As far as the polish goes, looks like a great product, for me it would be adequate just to polish the dials once a year, I am not a fan of these protective foils. Keep up the good work and make sure the shiny side stays up.

[@Handsolowe]

Ha. That KIA driver impeded your ride twice. Probably turning around to go back and look for their front end. 😂

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Was it the same one?? Not having a good day was she….

[@starfighter2952]

Meguiar's PlastX to clean and polish works great. Paint protection film would cover it up without polishing out scratches. And it can be changed. If you buy a big sheet of it you can cover high wear areas. Like top of rear fender or sides of t and where knees hit.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Yes I am thinking about doing that....

[@anotherturnofthewheel7662]

Yes, noticed the whistling on the sound while riding as well - not the quality we've come to expect 😉 I love that you managed to find the same driver twice while out - who wasn't having their best day.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

I hope I don't meet her again!

[@christophermcreynolds6001]

Great fix , was unaware of such polish . Well worth it as I agree 100%.👍👍👍👍👍

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Thanks for watching!

[@sthildas4857]

Meguiars PlastX

[@sergentcolon1]

Morning Andy and everyone else

[@markdawson5215]

Enjoyed "The Small Print" v5 😉

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Glad you liked it!

[@johnhart868]

Some screens have anti glare on them which polish can make them look like a map.

[@mickkelly2229]

No more triumphs I bought a 2010 675R st thanks for your videos on them

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Good choice!

[@itsallabouttheridekeepingi4449]

Thanks 🙏 for the screen fix idea 💡, will do it to my V85tt. We are definitely 👍 in our summer 🌺 in Australia 🇦🇺, everyday for the last 2 weeks or so except 1 has been between 30-35 degrees, I reckon January/ February will will have a lot of 40,s this year . Will have to ride in the mountains ( up high around 15 degrees cooler )

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Have fun!

[@itsallabouttheridekeepingi4449]

@@TheMissendenFlyer thanks 🙏 mate

[@endafjones8366]

Applying any form of vynil is an art. You should have started for example at the top, holding the bottom of the vynil away from the clock and gradually run your finger back and fore as you push down along the face of the clocks expelling bubbles as you go!!

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Thanks for the advice......

[@thomasjones2611]

I actually laughed out loud when you said 'spannering isnt your forte' and looked at the interceptor 😂

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Glad you enjoyed it…..

[@backontwowheels9469]

Hmm optimate cables supplying heated kit! Now that’s a good idea. I have recently purchased an optimate kit for the speedmaster as I am sure I will not be using as much as i would like. I purchased a different charger for the tiger, which I took off when part-x-ing it. I was then advised by the salesman that they had an optimate connection in place so you only need to get a charger, they do it on all the bikes that go out!! So that’s what the other cable connected to the tiger was lol, if only they had told me when i picked that one up 🤣

[@tonybarton3746]

Every screen protector I’ve had has air bubbles, I leave them for a couple of days , then apply a little heat using the old hair dryer trick and a small rubber squeegee, works a trick 😊👍👍

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Yes these ones just dissappeared of their own volition without me doing anything.....

[@aceofspades5786]

cleanest garage on the net

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

You obviously haven't seen Lamb Chops or Motobobs!

[@splodge57]

I've never managed to stick clear plastic tank pads on without gettng unsightly air bubbles. I'd rather a few light scratches on the clocks which, now you have the polish, can occasionally be gently polished out.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Fair enough!

[@IanSixbikes-by6ei]

Interesting review, got me thinking about a polycarbonate polish we used (in the mid noughties) to polish the canopies of Tornado & Eurofighter jets , I used it to polish out the scratches on the fairing screen and clock faces on my Ducati 998, it produced the most amazing results making the screen and clock faces look like new ( worked brilliantly on my helmet visor as well) maybe as a pilot you might have come across something similar ?

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Indeed I have!

[@reggoldsmith4788]

when you apply the screen protector, you should spray the side to be applied with water to which a spy of detergent has been added, this will prevent air bubbles appearing. Also when you polish the surface of your screen polish in one direction only, don't use circular motion, this prevents swirl marks appearing

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Indeed......

[@martingarrett3671]

Hi Andy, I tried fitting the screen protectors to my SpeedTwin, what a nightmare, the glasses are slightly domed so no matter what I did they wouldn’t sit flat, and although Speed Angel said they could be fitted they were good enough to refund me. Maybe that could be a future episode, you might need you bleep machine on max though. 😜

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

I have a feeling (withough checking) the Speed Twin ones are glass and therefore less prone to scratching - the Kawasaki ones are defo plastic. In the main the ST is better made than the RS.....

[@markellott5620]

On the subject of the Beeline, I bought one and ran into problems. The unit kept dropping the connection. I gave up for a bit and then needed it, so tried again and the problem had got worse. By this time, it was about a year old. Technical support tried the usual remedies of uninstalling and reinstalling, rebooting and so on. Eventually, they replaced the unit and it worked. Although they were still none the wiser why it happened, from my perspective, the problem was solved, so good customer service despite the thing being well out of any warranty period.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

How odd - I have three (as you saw) and they always seem to work rock solid - unlike the bluetooth stuff manufacturers provide on some of their fancy TFT equipped bikes!

[@markellott5620]

@@TheMissendenFlyer Looks like I had a dud one. When they got it back on the bench they couldn't find the fault. But the new one works fine.

[@andrewdyson4255]

Fitting the protective film can be a real pain in the ****, I fitted some to my RT panniers and it’s a right mess but that said it does what it’s supposed to do. I’ll take it off when I come to sell it. Your spannering skills are about 75% better than mine 😢

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

You have my sympathy in that case!

[@chewitt3654]

Andy , you should spray some diluted washing up liquid onto the screen before you applied the screen protectors 1st then you can use the squeegee to get rid of the air bubbles, it is also easy to adjust the position of the protector.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Thanks for the advice!

[@MOTOUK1]

Xerapol also a good product plastic polish but works amazingly on scratched to paint

[@philako6160]

You could take a very fine sewing needle and pop the bubble with a tiny little dab.

[@esdreisechstel]

Hi Andy, sounds like the new Schuberth C5 has the same problem as my old C4 PRO. When it's cold and you close the upper vent it starts whistling... Leaving it open leads to immediate brainfreeze 🥶. I don't know, why Schuberth is not getting to grips with this ... For the scratches you could also try toothpaste next time. As long as the scratches are not to deep that works quite well for me. Looking forward to the next Japan video Cheers Michael

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

I hadn't noticed any issues with my C5's whistling!! Must pay more attention. And yes toothpaste may work but I suspect would be a little too abrahsive and you could risk dulling the display for good - this watch stuff is only very minimally abrhasive....

[@StangfanStangfan]

For the scratches you did a great job. I would have left it at that and re polish as needed in the future 😅

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Fair enough...

[@ShurikGi]

another useful tip for z900 painted tail - fit a piece of car PPF film over it...

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Yes I’ll probably do just that and maybe to the sides of the fuel tank….

[@sthildas4857]

You can machine polish paint plus put ppf over that.

[@iainamurray]

I'm sure Teapot could give you some hints and tips about ceramic coating!

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

I’m sure he could!

[@woodenhifi]

i do this job on my kids' phone screens all the time - you just press down firmly and hold on a bubble for a few seconds and it will disappear - the temptation is to use a credit card or cloth - but the press down works on phones (but the protector is glass I should add)

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

The air bubbles disappeared after a day or two!

[@stevecambers3190]

I wonder if the air bubbles will vanish, once they have had some warmth? (From the Sun, or at this time of year, by being slightly applied via a hair dryer) Because this does tend to happen with those transparent tank protector pads

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

As it happens they did disappear! Happy days!!

[@Andy.H.H.]

Hi Andy, I hope your recovery is going well!

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Thank you.....difficult to tell, I've not had this done before!!

[@johnmckay5711]

Thanks for the video. I have ordered the polishing compound, for €8,45 in the Netherlands

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

A bargain!

[@frankmorris2603]

Handy. Thanks Andy.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

No problem 👍

[@johnDukemaster]

I wonder if an optician uses a similar product for polishing glasses? One good tip of how to not get scratshes in the first place, leave the key alone! No keychains or "remove before lift-off" thingies. It's a hard one this year. Raining almost all November, and snow now for 3 weeks. Here in Denmark! It's not fair... So riding films are much needed! Thank you mr Flyer!

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Weirdly after a few days the bubbles disappeared, so happy days! Scratches aren’t due to keys contacting - they were hairline, due to being wiped with a cloth…

[@johnDukemaster]

@@TheMissendenFlyer Oh, ok! Good of those bubbles to dissappear!

[@SuperchargedLlama]

with those air bubbles, for a future attempt, you can use a slip solution underneath them - you spray the face of the clocks with a bit of soapy water, plonk the screen protector on top and squeegee away.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Thanks for the advice.....

[@SuperchargedLlama]

@@TheMissendenFlyer I've just seen loads of other people have given the same 😁

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

@@SuperchargedLlama Indeed - it even said to do that in the instructions and it's how I've done it in the past....

[@SuperchargedLlama]

@@TheMissendenFlyer there's no helping some people 🤣

[@mum-0217]

Quite difficult to fit with out getting air bubbles. You can use a bit of fairy with water solution but I tried to fit a darkened film to my car side windows many years ago and I remember it being a nightmare to get rid of the air bubbles.

[@tonydavis8650]

Anytime working with stickers use a bit of dish soap so you can get the bubbles out.🎉

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Thanks for the advice!

[@heylimeysteve]

I have purchased two sets of Speedo Angels in the past. (Two different bikes). Didn’t work either time, not a fan. Love the Beeline )

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

They’ve worked pretty well for me tbh - the bubbles I talked about disappeared on their own after a few days!

[@rickparkinmoto]

I've fit Speedo Angels to my bikes. I've always used the wet method as their website says it's the most effective. A weak dilution of Fairy Liquid in a spray mister lets you slide the protector around to get the perfect placement, and I've never once had a bubble. I like the Beeline, but the actual display only takes up 48% of the screen area. I'll buy one when they use more of the screen area. If you're taking your eyes off the road it should be for as little time as possible. A great idea with a flawed execution. Maybe we'll see a MkII at some point.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Thanks for watching!

[@sthildas4857]

No T cut on paint it is too abrasive, try Meguiars 210. I have a video on my channel using a Rotary with Meguiars PlastX.

[@thedandybiker684]

I tried those screen protectors on my Pikes Peak- got an antiglare one. Seemed impossible to fit without bubbles and the antiglare was pretty rubbish too.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Weirdly after a few days the bubbles disappeared, so happy days!

[@billcotton1551]

The Beeline sure looks better than a phone.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

I agree.....

[@markonline1.]

Those air bubbles would do my head in. You’re supposed to wet the surface with soapy water before installing the protectors. Then you can move the protector if needed and it’s easier to get the bubbles out.

[@petefletcher]

Make a hinge with a bit of tape and "roll" the protectors on.

[@darrylbray6919]

Put mine on after using a spray bottle onto the clocks, then you can move it to the exact space around the perimeter of the clock ,no bubbles

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

That is the recomended way.....

[@30NLF]

lol it’s the way you applied the screen protectors, always start one side and use the application to push down to minimise bubbles.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Weirdly after a few days the bubbles disappeared, so happy days!

[@30NLF]

@@TheMissendenFlyer win win! Hard enough doing a phone case let alone a bike display 😂

[@paulholmes1682]

Really enjoy the garage video's, as a retired precision engineer I've lost count of the times I uttered that immortal phrase "how hard can it be", the answer was usually "VERY"🤬

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Exactly Paul!

[@daver3110]

Hair dryer on the screen protectors. You'll find it easier to wipe the bubbles out 👍

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Weirdly after a few days the bubbles disappeared, so happy days!

[@allanmason7544]

just about to put protection on my bike andy feel better now the air bubbles will go

[@kevinjones7732]

Dam it, I was looking forward to TMF with a set of spanners!!

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Next time!

[@petervisi5369]

For that price that gps display better be good. I'm kinda lucky, if I top that price with a few quid I can get the bluetooth module installed to my Steet Triple, so I can get the turn-by-turn navigation in an even bigger display.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Sounds good!

[@docgreen4934]

Thought the airline was a little over the top - even by our OCD standards, Andy! Yours aye, Alan

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

It was at hand!

[@thatnicdude5788]

I have the Keis heated gear its magical!!

[@thinkingimpaired5663]

The beauty of screen protectors is that you can remove them, warm up your lens and apply new screen protectors them rub out the new screen protectors. Warm up the new protectors to hopefully help rub out the bubbles.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Weirdly after a few days the bubbles disappeared, so happy days!

[@petercox5873]

Hi Andy. I can hear your Schubert C5 whistling into the Mic. I have one also. Apparently it's a known problem with the C5🙈

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

I didn't even notice it - probably had the vent open.....

[@stevew4925]

Good review. I have a macna heated jacket with attachments for trousers and gloves etc. Be interested to know how you get on with yours at colder temperatures. E.g. at weekend I was out . . It was 0 degrees but sunny initially and then the freezing fog just descended making it at least -1 and with the dampness even colder to the feel. The macna jacket only just coped with that. Do let me know how you get on with yours . I have to say I'm tempted in those conditions to put a mid layer over the jacket to help keep the heat in!

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Yes I have had similar experiences - I think a mid layer as well is advisable if it’s sub zero….