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Vivo

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Super 8 Under-fairing
« on: June 01, 2012, 07:20:18 AM »
I dont know what it's called. It's the cover under the fairing behind the front wheel. This thing traps air at high speeds and slows the scoot. I want to make slots or drill holes so the air can pass thru. I havent dismantled or peeped thru the thing and I don't know what's behind it. I might just damage the scoot or what's behind that cover especially when rain water or mud enters. . Anybody of you s8 owners know what's behind this cover? TIA!

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Re: Super 8 Under-fairing
« Reply #1 on: June 09, 2012, 06:45:48 AM »
Seems nobody knows.. :D 

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Re: Super 8 Under-fairing
« Reply #2 on: June 09, 2012, 06:24:54 PM »
Hi Vivo I seen the part you talking about, it actually have ridges that seems they should be open, I know in other Kymco scooters that's where the Water Radiator goes, but  our scooters are air cooled. If I was going to open that part i will cut around the ridges and maybe install a screen in case of mud/Rain. Honestly I do not thin k there is anything Critical behind it. You can always remove the part and take a look what lays behind it.

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Re: Super 8 Under-fairing
« Reply #3 on: June 11, 2012, 02:07:42 AM »
Hi Vivo I seen the part you talking about, it actually have ridges that seems they should be open, I know in other Kymco scooters that's where the Water Radiator goes, but  our scooters are air cooled. If I was going to open that part i will cut around the ridges and maybe install a screen in case of mud/Rain. Honestly I do not thin k there is anything Critical behind it. You can always remove the part and take a look what lays behind it.
Thanks man! I havent had the time really to open it up. Your idea of a screen is very good, maybe the aluminum screen mesh used on some grill mods on cars.



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Re: Super 8 Under-fairing
« Reply #4 on: June 11, 2012, 02:52:50 AM »
I've always called it a belly pan. It comes off easily enough from the floorboard side. Just a few screws, and a couple bolts. It's a great idea to open that area up. Better air to the engine, and less drag on the bike.
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Re: Super 8 Under-fairing
« Reply #5 on: June 11, 2012, 05:04:22 AM »
Yes! i just hope mud won't accumulate in there..

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Re: Super 8 Under-fairing
« Reply #6 on: June 12, 2012, 03:25:47 AM »
Well there is that. I never ride in the rain or even for awhile after. Perhaps a longer fender, or a Mud Flap of sorts?
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Re: Super 8 Under-fairing
« Reply #7 on: June 13, 2012, 11:34:44 PM »
Trapped air or causing air to become turbulant can cause even more "drag". I really don't think you'll notice the difference. Deflect the air, my opinion.
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Re: Super 8 Under-fairing
« Reply #8 on: June 14, 2012, 01:46:55 AM »
Trapped air or causing air to become turbulant can cause even more "drag". I really don't think you'll notice the difference. Deflect the air, my opinion.

Deflecting the air was my first opinion but cannot figure out how.

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Re: Super 8 Under-fairing
« Reply #9 on: July 04, 2012, 06:52:59 AM »
GOT IT!

I'll use this!!!




answered my own query....  :D :D :D


Now, where can I buy those...


Damn, they're $135.00!!!  Gotta fabricate now....
« Last Edit: July 04, 2012, 06:55:36 AM by Vivo »

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