johnlt Posted October 10, 2007 Share Posted October 10, 2007 My clear plastic mapcase on my R12RT "expensive" tankbag has a small tear in it. I put some clear tape over it but was wondering if there is a more permanent solution. Any thoughts? Link to comment
jmer Posted October 11, 2007 Share Posted October 11, 2007 Having been in the adhesives bus for many years, I'll offer some thoughts. If BMW won't warranty it, two things come to mind. Assuming the cover is vinyl (PVC), you could try either a vinyl repair kit that would include a cement and a patch that would go over the tear. find those at a camping store? Ideally might be a light-curing acrylic adhesive especially one that is offers good flexibility. I know that Loctite "LiteTak" products can even cure under strong sunlight. But Loctite 3100 series would be stronger if you have access to a cure lamp...some Loctite distributors stock demo units. Not sure anything else would work, RTV silicone dont' have the strength to hold up and instant adhesive would bond but don't have the peel resistance needed nor do they have the gap fillign ability if you cannot overlap the areas to be bonded. Link to comment
johnlt Posted October 11, 2007 Author Share Posted October 11, 2007 Thanks jmer, I'll give them a try after I check with BMW. My guess is that as an 05, it won't be under any warranty. Link to comment
Dave Grinsel Posted October 13, 2007 Share Posted October 13, 2007 If you bought your tankbag when you purchased your bike, your BMW warranty of three years should apply. Mine did. Link to comment
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