Fazer Owners Club - Unofficial
Bikes, Hints'n'Tips => Fazer 1000/FZ1 corner => Topic started by: Falcon 269 on 08 October 2011, 04:46:53 am
-
I had a couple of owners ask me on my last 'Ivanising' visit about carbon fibre fairing insert panels. With the standard plastic ones being prone to cracking, I wondered if anyone else might be interested in a group buy of these from Zero Limits (http://www.zero-limits.co.uk/browse/1282/other/5).
I've e-mailed the company this morning to ask if they'd be willing to do a group order price, possibly to include the airbox side panels and the radiator side covers.
In the meantime, if you're interested, please register your name here so that I have some idea of the numbers when Zero Limits come back to me.
Cheers!
Mike
-
I could be Mike.
-
mike being a bit of an expert on this stuff as had 5 sets over the years i'd check the quality for yourself first the set i viewed wasn't what i'd fit to my bike and as yet not seen a set as good as the ones i had from the states
carbon is a hard product to make and unless the moulds are vac'ed there are air bubbles and pits in the finish
then there's the lay of the weave the fairing inners are very complex with there angles to get the weave correct
now granted i havent seen any of late from this company but you might wanna check first
this was the type of quality to beat
(http://a7.sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-ash4/299355_10150331165113800_682288799_8438618_542926514_n.jpg)
(http://a1.sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-ash4/308261_10150331165148800_682288799_8438619_1688372568_n.jpg)
(http://a4.sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-ash4/300281_10150331165063800_682288799_8438615_713835119_n.jpg)
(http://a8.sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-ash4/296395_10150331165098800_682288799_8438617_199288870_n.jpg)
perhaps they can supply a sample or a discount on the first set before you commit to a group purchase
just my ramblings
-
Not a bad price really considering I just spent the best part of £50 to replace one panel, however these wouldn't be for me as I like to keep the bike as close to original as I can.
Just wandered if anyone has tried reinforcing the underneath of these panels with a fibreglass kit? It's something I'm considering doing this winter, just unsure as to whether the resin will have any negative effects on the pastic !?!
-
Not a bad price really considering I just spent the best part of £50 to replace one panel, however these wouldn't be for me as I like to keep the bike as close to original as I can.
Just wandered if anyone has tried reinforcing the underneath of these panels with a fibreglass kit? It's something I'm considering doing this winter, just unsure as to whether the resin will have any negative effects on the pastic !?!
Paint them Satin black?
-
I had a couple of owners ask me on my last 'Ivanising' visit about carbon fibre fairing insert panels. With the standard plastic ones being prone to cracking, I wondered if anyone else might be interested in a group buy of these from Zero Limits ([url]http://www.zero-limits.co.uk/browse/1282/other/5[/url]).
I've e-mailed the company this morning to ask if they'd be willing to do a group order price, possibly to include the airbox side panels and the radiator side covers.
In the meantime, if you're interested, please register your name here so that I have some idea of the numbers when Zero Limits come back to me.
Cheers!
Mike
:'( i wish i had known about this 3 weeks ago! ive placed a order with zero limits for fairing infill panels / air box covers / and side panels, i was told about 6 weeks to complete however every company ive had dealings with recent dont stick to what they tell you time wise !! so ill await and see and trust me if there not right or poor fitting they'll get sent back..
Im more than happy to post up how good they are before you spend your dosh and tbh if they are good enough for me ther will be they will be top dollar im fussy! and i will give my honest opinion regarding condition and value for money.
Dave.
-
I already decided that i would go for these when a link to zero limits was posted on here . if you guys go for a group buy count me in ! :)
-
Hi Mike, i put a link to this company on the old foc u site, but i have been waiting 4 weeks on my air box covers and radiator guards, so i would possibly wait until i have received mine to check quality and service before commiting. I have been getting different answers every time i have contacted them. They didnt answer the phone for 3 days! Apparently they got lost with parcel farce (http://static.yuku.com/domainskins/bypass/img/smileys/frown.gif) I am supposed to be getting them in the next 2 weeks. I will update the minute i have them. Cheers, Nick.
-
oh sounds like another company ive used recent for my forks however with em 4 wks turned into 3 months!! when i ordered mine stuff from zero they asked for full payment i agreed that due to there time scale i was only happy to pay deposit and the rest on completion this they agreed, and they did say it will take 6 weeks.
There's a company on evilbay thats based in germany that sell all this stuff and has it in stock but! its more money this will be my 2nd option if zero mess me around
-
There's a company on evilbay thats based in germany that sell all this stuff and has it in stock but! its more money this will be my 2nd option if zero mess me around
Is this (http://www.ebay.de/itm/Yamaha-Fazer-FZS-1000-01-05-Carbon-innen-Verkleidung-/180706572166?pt=Automobilia_DE&hash=item2a12f37786) the company, Dave?
If so, same photo as Luke's above.
I've noted everyone's experiences of Zero Limits so far and will see what they say if/when they get back to me.
Feedback on quality from those with parts ordered would be much appreciated. And yes, if it's good enough for Dave, it's good enough for us all. :lol
-
Yes Mike thats em, (www.superbike24.eu (http://www.superbike24.eu)) ive brought from them in the past and could not fault there stuff and was very happy with the quality.
Dave..
-
Just wandered if anyone has tried reinforcing the underneath of these panels with a fibreglass kit? It's something I'm considering doing this winter, just unsure as to whether the resin will have any negative effects on the pastic !?!
You beat me to it, i was going to post saying that. I'm so sick of them cracking something needs to be done.
-
Mike
I may be interested pending price confirmation as I am about to order a Yamaha fairing infill.
Cheers
Mark (Huddersfield)
-
count me in mike, as you know mine are cracking everywhere!
-
Mike
I am interested as well , pending price
the old wallet is a little thin at the moment !
its just been the better halfs birthday !
Mark
-
price pending i'm in too mike
cheers
bash
-
OK, it's looking like about 8 - 10 at present subject to price and quality.
I'll keep you all posted on developments. :)
Mike
-
Zero Limits have offered us a group buy discounted price of £99.99 for the fairing inserts and £60 for the airbox covers. Price is per pair of parts.
I think that's a good price but I have let them know that some of our forum members are awaiting delivery on the orders they made some weeks ago and that the delay is causing concern to all here. I've also pointed out that the members in question will be reporting back on quality and that this will be the clincher or deal-breaker.
Finally, I've asked how long it will take from placing the order to shipping the parts and how much deposit will be required up front.
Mike
-
sounds good to me :D
-
Zero Limits have offered us a group buy discounted price of £99.99 for the fairing inserts and £60 for the airbox covers. Price is per pair of parts.
i would be up for that. (i take it that its £99 for 2 infill panles?)
-
Yes, each price quoted is per pair of the relevant parts.
-
The following is the full text of the e-mail I got back from Zero Limits this evening:
Hi Mike
Yes, the present orders have been a nightmare!! Parcel Farce have lost 4 boxes of our parts , nearly £3000 worth of parts and although we will get the money back via insurance its the loss of customers parts that is the issue. We have been lucky as most people have understood the issue and are happy to wait. The replacements have been pushed to the front of the queue so hopefully the orders will be completed next week. We supply not only the public but trade as well , both cars and bikes in the region of 1000 parts per month so to re allocate resources has been a task.
I fully understand the need to check quality of the goods before you commit, I would do the same in your position. Deposit would be 25% on the order and the remainder once we are ready to deliver. I am sure we can work this out to the forums benefit. We like to work with forums as you tend to be passionate about your machines and the technical knowledge you have is priceless. If there are other parts your forum would like to suggests we would be interested in producing these to.Any problems please just give us a shout.
Based on this - and subject to confirmation of quality by those who have orders awaiting delivery - I'm inclined to press ahead with this idea. So, if you're genuinely interested please drop me an e-mail (mikegreatorexAThotmail.com) with your requirements and I'll put your name on the provisional order list. (http://static.yuku.com/domainskins/bypass/img/smileys/smile.gif)
Mike
-
Just want to check something.....these carbon infill panels are going to be stronger then the standard ones aren't they? i myself actually dislike the carbon look and am only interested because im sick of the standard ones cracking. :'(
-
Ayup Mike, i too gave zero limits a call today to ask what progress there making on my items, i later got a call back stating they would be posting these in 15-20 days time from today.
However if they have lost peeps parcels i cant see me getting mine in that time if they having to resend orders out 1st so ill await and see :rolleyes ...
DAVE.
-
Just want to check something.....these carbon infill panels are going to be stronger then the standard ones aren't they? i myself actually dislike the carbon look and am only interested because im sick of the standard ones cracking. :'(
I'm assuming that they'll be stronger and more vibe-resistant, Phil, but can't say for sure. However, since they're being offered at virtually the same price as a pair of Yamaha plastic fantastics, I think they're worth trying.
I put small rubber washers between the panel and the mounting point to isolate from vibes and reduce the likelihood of over-tightening.
-
Zero Limits have offered an additional discount on the radiator covers. Normal retail price is £59.99 but they will do them for £49.99 as part of the group buy.
Delivery will be 5 - 6 weeks from placement of the order and receipt of deposits, so if you're interested please e-mail me soon. A few of those who've already signed up are hoping for a pre-Xmas delivery so the order will need to go in fairly promptly.
Mike
-
Phoned today regarding my order (9th sept) I have been told that they are hoping to have my order mid next week (Imported), so i SHOULD get them a week this friday 28th oct. (Here's hoping!). I believe that is 49 days (7 weeks) :( . When they arrive i will check out quality and post pics (Someone will have to let me know how to post pics on this site, as i had problems on the old site. If i'm stuck i can post them in the gallery section, because i managed to put up pics of my bikes :lol .Cheers for now,
Nick.
-
Thanks, Nick.
I've had a look around t'interweb for other reports on Zero Limits and their products. Found a group buy thing for the TL1000S forum guys which was delayed by a fire in the overseas production unit. All stuff delivered in the end, though, and the reports and photos on quality were very good.
Looks to me like Zero Limits contract out orders to the Far East so there's always the potential for delays at the factory (ZL have no direct control over the production line) and shipping snags.
For the price and the reported quality, I'm willing to go ahead and be patient if necessary. (http://static.yuku.com/domainskins/bypass/img/smileys/smile.gif)
-
Mike
I've got most of what I need, but would be interested in the rad parts. Also, do you have any idea on how much the fairing would be? Just a ball parky?
-
Hi Mick
Rad parts, no problem. However, Zero Limits don't offer a complete fairing. Devilsyam confused the issue by posting photos of stuff produced by another company. Sorry.
Mike
-
Hi Mike
Thanks for clarifying. I'll get in touch with Devilsyam a bit later about the fairing. In the meantime, I might just spray it matt black, as I think it blends better with carbon. I have all the infills, and the other bits, and a tail unit too.
In't meantime, can you put me down for the rad kit. When do you need some cash. The mother has crossed my palm with the currency of the realm, so I'd like to spend it (just about enough) on something that's going to last, rather than the usual bottle of scotch. Is it a straight replacement for the two bits of plastic either side of the rad? Duh - of course it would be wouldn't it. My first irish moment of the day :)
Hope you're keeping well. I should be back on the road fairly soon, but after a long layoff, I really don't fancy commuting this year, especially as the cold is supposed to be something else this year. And also because commuting in and out of London really kills all interest in biking after a while, not to mention the daily near misses, and red mists ruining the ride. I almost gave up at one point after a merc did a u-turn in front of me, and i caught it amidships in 06. That cost me £2k alone. In future, when its seriously cold, I'll be getting muffs for the bars, and some of those snazzy heated socks. I'm especially envious of your location at this time of year. In fact, I'm envious of any biker living in Spain, at any time of the year.
What are the fuel prices like over there? I've not seen much mention of it here, but it must be very expensive commuting now, whereas before it was cheaper than the train. I've read some horrendous prices for hooning around in the various bike mags I got brought when I was in the cardiac ward a couple of weeks ago. Fine for the journos, but the average hooner on a thirsty engine usually doesn't have pockets full of wedge to splurge for brief adrenaline spurts, and it must have curtailed the full Sunday three figure pleasure trips. Depressing. When I get the fazer back (deefer has it under wraps in his workshop until I'm ready to take it back - he really saved my bacon after my difficulties) I doubt I'll be using its full performance much for a long, long time.
All the best
mick
ps - I've got a few questions for you about general bike stuff and that. I'll shoot you a pm when I can remember them all later. I'm off to Ireland in the morning for ten days - taking the kid over at half term so she can spend time with her dog. Long story!
pps - apologies for the :hijack
-
Still waiting..................... :( If they are in the order about to be dispatched from far east and not the one still to be made.. i may get them by the end of next week (10 weeks). They are now saying that the company only send out items when the order is big enough. They will run out of excuses soon me thinks.. I believe that this company are a couple of people who are buying stuff cheap from the far east adding there 'commission' and selling on for a profit. 'basically they have no control over shipping time and quality. I dread to think what would happen if i had to return stuff !!! :'( Keep you all posted when 'if' they arrive.
-
I can't dispute that Zero Limits' supply chain is a bit flakey. However, if they come through in the end and the quality is acceptable, it's up to folks here to decide if the budget price is worth the wait.
A TL1000S group buy in the USA also suffered from delays in the production process but the guys eventually got the parts and were more than pleased with them.
Thanks for the update, Nick. :)
-
Still waiting..................... :( If they are in the order about to be dispatched from far east and not the one still to be made.. i may get them by the end of next week (10 weeks). They are now saying that the company only send out items when the order is big enough. They will run out of excuses soon me thinks.. I believe that this company are a couple of people who are buying stuff cheap from the far east adding there 'commission' and selling on for a profit. 'basically they have no control over shipping time and quality. I dread to think what would happen if i had to return stuff !!! :'( Keep you all posted when 'if' they arrive.
I placed my order a week after yourself now when i rang em for a update nearly 3 weeks ago they stated they will be there within 15-20 days, obviously from what you state above it dont sound like the case so ill be calling them 2mo to ask if my items are ready for collection as i stated in was important i got my items this week and if they could not guarantee id take my business elsewhere ie to germany and they promised me they would be there sounds like fookin pack of lies and if so ill be having money back 2mo morn.
-
I just hope the quality is good. I could have bought the air box covers cheaper from France (Fleabay), but the rad guards were a lot more expensive. I decided on this company thinking they were British, so if there was an issue with quality i could return them with no problems. I bought carbon fibre stuff for my gsxr 1000 k6 from a company called world of carbon. The quality was shockingly bad. They had to send 3 replacements before i was even vaguely happy, bubbles in complete lacquering etc.... Here's hoping the quality is much better and the wait was worth it!!!!!
-
I called em 1st thing this morn i let them dig a hole with excuses there was a few :wall before i stated its not what you told a member of the fazer forum that placed a order with yourselfs the phone went silent, than i was told the boss will call me back later, later came and the same female called me and said we dont know when the stuff is coming as it has to clear thro customs and we not sure what is in the consignment :eek , i than asked for my money back thay gladly said no problem BUT than i was told the machine is down and should be back up 2mo .
Anyway ive now placed my order with a germany company see the pictures that luke stuck up on this thread thats the same company ive had my stuff from now, they confirmed thay have all in stock and is being sent out 2mo by dhl i paid via paypal so have some security only downside its cost £70 more.
and to zero limit carbon :finger
I wish all you chaps good luck with ya order's
-
I wish all you chaps good luck with ya order's
In the light of all the evidence, I won't be ordering.
When a company is too incompetent even to maintain a constant line of BS to their clients, it doesn't give me any faith in their ability to manage the proverbial in a brewery.
If anyone here still wants to take the risk of ordering through Zero Limits, I'll remain engaged to ensure the forum discount that's been negotiated but it will be entirely at your own risk.
Sorry it's worked out this way, chaps.
Mike
PS. Good luck to Dave and the others waiting for parts or refunds.
-
Well my fairing panels were supposed to have been sent to me on Tuesday morning (25th), as yet nothing has arrived :\ , I ordered them on the 11th of Aug.
On the plus side I have received the 20% discount they offered for late delivery.
-
Panels have just arrived, quality seems good and I will try to get some pictures taken and posted up (may take a few days) :)
-
That's good news, at least. :)
Look forward to seeing the photos next.
Mike
-
Tmation, glad you got your stuff at least, shame it took 3 months :eek its a poor way to run a business excuses , excuses surely they wont last and even today i never got a call back about my refund so i rang em 4pm was told the machine down cant do refunds, so they have supposedly transfered my refund into my bank account.
So i placed my order with the ebay sellers www.superbike24.eu (http://www.superbike24.eu) last night (thurs) and this morn (fri) i was sent the dhl tracking no for the items that have been sent ill report and post some pics when they arrvive.
Dave :)
-
I'm with cable tie on this one. Shocking customer service etc... Hopefully they will arrive by the end of next week and they will be great quality and i won't care about the very very long wait!!!!!! :rollin If i didn't laugh i would :'( Time for some nice vino :b ................burp.........
-
-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
In the light of all the evidence, I won't be ordering.
When a company is too incompetent even to maintain a constant line of BS to their clients, it doesn't give me any faith in their ability to manage the proverbial in a brewery.
If anyone here still wants to take the risk of ordering through Zero Limits, I'll remain engaged to ensure the forum discount that's been negotiated but it will be entirely at your own risk.
Sorry it's worked out this way, chaps.
Mike
-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Hi Mike and fellow carbon seekers,
thank you for posting your unfortunate experence only I was very strongly considering ordering several items from Zero Limits and have even pointed others in their direction. As a result though I have now decided to give them a miss and by the looks of things save myself a lot of agro.
-
Yeah you probably have saved ya-self alot of hassle, pi55 poor co tbh and to make matters worse the fookers have not put the money back into my account like thay said they would, im glad i never paid the full amount as they suggested i do, i only offered a deposit due to the fact the waiting time and the fact id not used them before >: .
-
well i was really keen to order the fairing inners, glad i waited to see what you guys reckoned, seems i made the right choice to hold back .:(
had a similar with Busters for a titanium top yoke nut , took 6 months to come ! and i only found out that it was made in spain and the back log from the spanish summer hols caused the delay . Why do these companies advertise items for sale , when they know full well it will take yonks to arrive? and why dont they say when its of stock or special order?
hope it all works out for those that have ordered.:)
-
mr jackojet
coz it all boils down to one thing.... "MONEY" they're only interested in getting their hands on ya money! they don't really care coz they know your gunna wait for the item. ok your gunna phone um every other day & moan but they can live with that coz they've already got ya money.
prime example, you waited 6 months for a nut! bet they didnt offer any money back for making you wait!?
why do you think this country & every other country are in the sh*te??? "MONEY" & "GREED"
justy1000
-
Panels have just arrived, quality seems good and I will try to get some pictures taken and posted up (may take a few days) :)
Any joy with the pics? Tried calling zero limits today, phone was engaged for over an hour and gave up. :(
-
Finally got through using ringback... Apparently my stuff is at customs and should be delivered to zero limits tomorrow or wednesday. The guy checked the order of stuff at customs and said my stuff was in the boxes. They bl**dy better be!! :evil Hopefully i will have them by the end of the week... Let you know how i get on. If i don't get them this time i will have to give up and get a refund.. never mind the 20% discount for fooking me about.
-
Hi no pictures just yet, I am back at work in Saudi so have to wait for my dad to send them on to me.
-
Right as you all know i took my business to a germany seller after zero limits pi55 poor service, so i placed my order friday night with the germany comp, i got email from the company sat morn stateing items sent via DHHL today the posty delivered my box of goodies, now thats how you do business take note zero limits..
Whats in the box.
(http://img685.imageshack.us/img685/6374/fazercarbon046.jpg) (http://imageshack.us/photo/my-images/685/fazercarbon046.jpg/)
(http://img220.imageshack.us/img220/9626/fazercarbon047.jpg) (http://imageshack.us/photo/my-images/220/fazercarbon047.jpg/)
(http://img710.imageshack.us/img710/3867/fazercarbon048.jpg) (http://imageshack.us/photo/my-images/710/fazercarbon048.jpg/)
(http://img811.imageshack.us/img811/1217/fazercarbon049.jpg) (http://imageshack.us/photo/my-images/811/fazercarbon049.jpg/)
Quality is by far the best ive seen and im very fussy.
So lets see if they fit and if they need any mods.
(http://img163.imageshack.us/img163/3862/fazercarbon051.jpg) (http://imageshack.us/photo/my-images/163/fazercarbon051.jpg/)
(http://img510.imageshack.us/img510/1774/fazercarbon053.jpg) (http://imageshack.us/photo/my-images/510/fazercarbon053.jpg/)
(http://img33.imageshack.us/img33/108/fazercarbon052.jpg) (http://imageshack.us/photo/my-images/33/fazercarbon052.jpg/)
The fit is 100% perfect no mods-drilling bigger holes ect everything lined up perfect i was very impressed.
(http://img838.imageshack.us/img838/6553/fazercarbon054.jpg) (http://imageshack.us/photo/my-images/838/fazercarbon054.jpg/)
COST; i asked the sellers if they did any discount as i wanted 3 items and this was there reply
Ebay listed prices.
1x 180743308662 219euro
1x 400246259765 149euro
1x 400243312378 179euro
togehter = 547euro +20euro shipping with DHL = 567euro we can make = 399euro can pay with paypal.
Worked out £350 with shipping and i would think more you buy bigger the discount so maybe GROUP BUY may be of interest !!
absolutely brilliant service kept me upto date and sent dhl track no.
Dave :D
-
looks cool cool gald worked out ok
-
looks really good , sadly the money side of things rules me out of any new purchases for a while !
-
Looks excellent Dave and as you say that's more like the sort of service we want. I wish you had'nt posted those pictures though because it's made me want them again and that means my spending some more of the kids inheritance but then thinking about it, blow it you only live once. :D
-
The quality of you German carbon looks excellent. Nice one. I have had an update to my order! My radiator heat shields have arrived at the shop, but still waiting on air box covers. They even sent pics of the actual heat shields. I spoke with one of the directors about where there carbon comes from etc.. The carbon comes from Japan and is manufactured in their Chinese or Korean factories. They also have a factory in England (uses same carbon) for bespoke stuff. The delay is because of the recent problems in Japan, so materials are taking time to come through. I have been assured that the quality is as good as any other manufacturer. I will update once i have them in my hands and can give them a proper going over. Here's pics of my rad heat shields.
-
Cable Tie.. is there anything you haven't done on that machine of yours? Looks bang tidy, mate :)
-
Cable Tie.. is there anything you haven't done on that machine of yours? Looks bang tidy, mate :)
Yeah.
Ride it.
:rollin
And then sell it ...
:D :lol
-
he cant ride it the cam cover's been nicked lol
-
he cant ride it the cam cover's been nicked lol
Nah, it's away being gold plated.
On the inside ... ;)
-
he cant ride it the cam cover's been nicked lol
Nah, it's away being gold plated.
On the inside ... ;)
:rollin :rollin :rollin :rollin :rollin
-
Dave, you always do a super job with your bikes. This one is no different. :)
Oh, and your first Fazer 1000 is now in my garage. ;)
Mike
-
gold plate SO last year lol titanium is the in thing or perhaps one of these
(http://forum.oldskoolsuzuki.info/yabb/Attachments/gsx_rocker_cover_4r_001.jpg)
go billet
-
Just received an e-mail about the rest of my order. The rest of the order has arrived and it will be posted first thing monday morning. Let you know about quality once received, then its up to yourselves if you want to wait ages for them to arrive. The director i spoke to has also changed the terms and conditions, so that any issues that may arise that you are not entirely happy with you will receive 100% refund no questions. He is also going to stock fazer parts in england for quicker delivery, as he didn't realise there would be such a demand. If i decide to use them again i would prepare myself for 6 - 8 weeks....
-
Nick, there full of sh1t mate its not just the likes of us wanting fazer items i found afew other non happy peeps on other bike forums regarding bad service due to incorrect information on there time scale, one week over what they state on ordering is acceptable but 4 wks or months is taking the pi55, and Talk is cheap what the MD needs to do is look at the posts peeps put on sites like this and take note after all its us/you that pay there wages and zero limits would have made a nice little packet from this site alone.
Dave :evil
-
I agree with your shout regarding timescale Dave, but if the quality is really good, then i would rather pay their prices and wait 8 weeks than pay through the nose for something of similar quality. Don't get me wrong if the quality is sh*t it will go straight back and i will be the first to slate them on every forum i'm linked with. Cheers, Nick. Ps.. The Long saga continues :rollin :rollin :rollin :rollin :rollin :rollin :rollin :rollin Won't be laughing if i get pi**ed about anymore it will be :'( , then :evil :evil :evil :evil :evil Anger.
-
My carbon bits have finally arrived! Ordered on the 9th aug delivered on the 11th nov.... The saga has ended.. well maybe not. The Quality is the best i have ever purchased ' my gixxer has loads of carbon, but none of this quality. The parts bolted straight on with no mods. No overlaping bits, no bubbles, no imperfections at all. If 'and its a BIG if' you don't mind to wait a minimum of 8 weeks i would highly recommend buying from zero limits. Customer service ain't great 'different reasons why your bits haven't arrived etc..' But the stuff will arrive eventually. I got a 20% discount for the wait :) Total cost for air box covers and radiator heat shields £98.22 Here are some pics of parts and a before and after.
-
Looking good, Nick. Glad that the wait was worthwhile for you. :)
The parts don't look as glossy as the one's Cable Tie got from Germany. Is that just a trick of the light on the camera? I actually prefer a slightly less shiny look which is why I ask.
I have to admit I'm still tempted to go with Zero Limits as I'm not in any great hurry. I'd be happier if they'd be up front about the time involved and the reason for any delay but that aside, it looks like they supply a good product.
Anyone else still thinking the price is good enough to justify taking a punt?
Mike
-
Hi Mike, looking at the pics of both cable tie's carbon and mine i would say that his are glossier. The one's i have are glossy enough to show the carbon clearly, but not overly 'sheeny' The carbon that zero limits uses is from japan. The director i spoke with kept telling me i would be very happy with the product. He was right about that, shame about the timescale! Bike is locked away for winter, so wasn't worried when they arrived,was more worried if they arrived. Happy outcome :D . Might buy the carbon sidepanels :rollin And wait and wait :rollin Cheers, Nick.
-
Forgot to add that i ordered on 9th sept NOT 9th aug. Delivery time was 9 weeks. Worth the wait regarding quality. Off out with the missus for a drink or 10. Its my birthday! Cheers, Nick :lol
-
Tidy bike ya have er Nick.. i think to tell exact difference ya need to see in the flesh! the pics where the items are not fitted and the close up's was done with cam flash on, so will look glossy, but i do agree i like a satin finish to carbon if possible as it makes the carbon weave stand out.
Its a BIG shame they dont tell you the truth about timescale honesty is the best policy its ok having a good product but you need to be straight with your punters, as the goods look really good, and if they said to me from the start its 8 wks id have waited 8 wks but when they start bullsh1ting you start to wonder.
Dave :'(
-
Finally got the pictures sent out to me, quality very good and they fit perfectly.
I would say that with the group buy discount, if you are prepared to wait up to 3 months (made to order), they are well worth it.
(http://i259.photobucket.com/albums/hh285/Tmation/P1020003.jpg)
(http://i259.photobucket.com/albums/hh285/Tmation/P1020005.jpg)
(http://i259.photobucket.com/albums/hh285/Tmation/P1020008.jpg)
-
Look loverly :rollin Glad you like yours too.
-
OK, I'm going to give this a go meself. I'll contact everyone else who expressed an interest by e-mail to check if they're still on board.
If you want to hop on the group buy wagon, now's the time to speak up. :)
mikegreatorexAThotmail.com
-
Updated pics. Bought zero limits sidepanels and powder coated frame covers with devilsyam frame plugs. powder coated rear footrest hangers and fitted oberon rear touring pegs. (Had to drill out the pegs (9.2mm) to accommodate the original ball bearing retaining plate and pin), so that the pegs locked in place when open and closed. Informed Oberon.Here are a couple of pics -
-
Looks fantastic, a real credit to you.
I do like the oil filler cap, who makes them ?
-
I do like the oil filler cap, who makes them ?
http://stores.ebay.co.uk/MCmotoparts-Online-Store/_i.html?_nkw=fazer+oil+cap&submit=Search&_sid=1029077217 (http://stores.ebay.co.uk/MCmotoparts-Online-Store/_i.html?_nkw=fazer+oil+cap&submit=Search&_sid=1029077217)
-
Would like the infill panels too
-
I just emailed ZL for some pictures of thier panels painted in 'matt lacquer', to try and get closer to stock.
I have also email Pyramid plastics to see if they will do a run of these in black abs.
-
I just emailed ZL for some pictures of thier panels painted in 'matt lacquer', to try and get closer to stock.
So here are some examples of 'matt laquer' and 'flatted back' finishes, the matt lacquer dosent look half bad and looks close enough to the stock panel finish to be a straight bolt on -
(http://i.minus.com/ixCAs4ZrJdw4m.JPG)
(http://i.minus.com/i3G3CpsprijQp.JPG)
-
Count me in
-
Count me in
The original group buy was ages ago, IM just trying to see what option we have for replacements atm.
-
You could go for the hydro dipping option if your on a budget like me.
(http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/09/25/9d393b8ab2f5387be7e1cca93452e724.jpg)(http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/09/25/238c84d7f4cc5cea1d7a61dc72236554.jpg)(http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/09/25/c8ed9fc80586e61d7cbb1f20f8d27ba6.jpg)
-
This is the only pic i could find of matt finish carbon from zero limits. Very happy with quality of belly pan. You will have to save and zoom the pic to get a good look at it. My tuono is matt zero limits and my fazer is Gloss zero limits carbon