Tank Bra and Bib

blowndodge · 05-04-2011, 09:57 AM

Ok, here's the lowdown.

I'm noticing some scuffing near the seat on my Nomad from my leather chaps and pants.

I'm looking for a tank bra to cover the back of the tank that also goes all the way up under the speedo that has pockets for stuff (cell phone, wallet, keys etc.) that over the long haul won't wear the finish off the paint like some bibs do.

Anyone got pics and/or a line on were I can hook up something like this??

simdog · 05-04-2011, 10:47 AM

Is this what you're looking for? I just saw this yesterday on the kawanow.org website. Take a look at http://www.kawanow.org/accessories.htm and scroll down to TANK CHAP. There's a link to classicchaps.com.

blowndodge · 05-04-2011, 10:52 AM

Sort of but I've seen a one-piece that covered the back and then narrowed and went all the way up to the front like a bib...

**cnc** · 05-04-2011, 10:59 AM

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Originally Posted by Blowndodge "Darksider"

Sort of but I've seen a one-piece that covered the back and then narrowed and went all the way up to the front like a bib...

BD Sounds a lot like you are discribing rickyboys bib, you might try looking at his sig pics (I think they show it) or pm him.

biggmoppy · 05-04-2011, 11:01 AM

I have one of the tanks bibs you see in another post, it is made by classic chaps out of PA. I picked it up on this site for the very reasons you mentioned. I was not looking for a pocket and I did not want to scuff the tank. It works great, its an easy fit on and off and I can still clean and polish the tank.

rickyboy · 05-04-2011, 11:28 AM

Brad,
You might not want one exactly like mine,.....

but if the general idea of a one piece "tank bib and bra" with maybe a small pocket for "papers" I'd go to where I got mine made.
Franks Leather Products http://www.franksleatherproducts.com...ewProducts.htm

He has tank protectors like this too

http://www.franksleatherproducts.com...wTankGuard.htm
Basically I designed my own and sent a template taped together for Frank. He tweaked things like the arc/curve here and there and put it together for me. If there isn't something you like on his site, do your own design and ask him if he'll make it. It didn't/hasn't damaged the paint surface yet, and the quality is definitely there. Sorry I don't remember what he charged me.
Frank uses the same hook and loop {Velcro} that is used on NASA space suits. {so he tells me} but be sure it is the best "Velcro" I've ever seen or used. When it's fastened, it's fastened and takes a lot of effort to tear apart, believe me!

**schoeney** · 05-04-2011, 12:26 PM

Brad,

I have the Classic Chap version as the pic Simdog posted.

It is not thick leather like Ricky's and the "pocket" is only good for small papers (index card size) and some ear plugs. Don't plan on putting a cell phone, or a wallet in it....too small.

If I had to do it over I would still buy it as it did what I wanted....covered up some scratches.

ccmjr77 · 05-04-2011, 12:35 PM

I have the same one from Classic Chap. It is good for covering/preventing scratches. I have my garage door remote in mine and just push button though the pouch. it works. My only thought is that I wished it was a little bigger.

blowndodge · 05-04-2011, 12:44 PM

Ricky's is more like I'm looking for except wider above the bra so a pocket could be added to hold at least a small cell phone..

rickyboy · 05-04-2011, 12:55 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Blowndodge "Darksider"

Ricky's is more like I'm looking for except wider above the bra so a pocket could be added to hold at least a small cell phone..

That's what I thought Brad. You want to look at Frank's Brad. He'll put together whatever you need. Bigger/deeper pocket.... I'm sure he could make it for you if he doesn't already have it.

Good luck and let us know how you make out.

Netnorske · 05-04-2011, 02:29 PM

Brad,
This is probably more what you are thinking, huh? I had mine made by Frank at Frank's Leather Products as well....

blowndodge · 05-04-2011, 02:39 PM

thats it Kris! How much??

**nomadbehappy** · 05-04-2011, 04:15 PM

I have some scratching from my knee rubbing the side of the tank when I shift. I currently have a tank bra with a pouch, but thought if I could combine it with the tank chap it would be perfect. What Kris has is fantastic. I have a feeling Frank may be getting a few sales. Kris you should get a commission!

Netnorske · 05-04-2011, 05:18 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Blowndodge "Darksider"

thats it Kris! How much??

I think is was about $150.00 when I bought it a couple years ago. Save the pic and email it to Frank as it is a custom job for your Nomad. He works quick and will do anything you like.

**glwilson** · 05-04-2011, 06:34 PM

For about $300 more Brad could repaint the tank and buy some Slimfast. No more scratches then!!

05-04-2011, 09:57 AM	#1
blowndodge Sr. Contributor Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Washington City, Utah Posts: 16,474	Tank Bra and Bib Ok, here's the lowdown. I'm noticing some scuffing near the seat on my Nomad from my leather chaps and pants. I'm looking for a tank bra to cover the back of the tank that also goes all the way up under the speedo that has pockets for stuff (cell phone, wallet, keys etc.) that over the long haul won't wear the finish off the paint like some bibs do. Anyone got pics and/or a line on were I can hook up something like this?? __________________ I love my Victory Cross Country Tour 106. Smells like Victory! Ultra's are Limited There are two types of Harley riders. Those that trailer them and those that push them. The most Interesting Man in the World "Find the things in life you don't do well and don't do those things" Member # 0005 Login or Register to Remove Ads
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05-04-2011, 10:47 AM	#2
simdog Member Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: West Monroe, Louisiana Posts: 120	Tank Bra and Bib Is this what you're looking for? I just saw this yesterday on the kawanow.org website. Take a look at http://www.kawanow.org/accessories.htm and scroll down to TANK CHAP. There's a link to classicchaps.com.
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05-04-2011, 10:52 AM	#3
blowndodge Sr. Contributor Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Washington City, Utah Posts: 16,474	Tank Bra and Bib Sort of but I've seen a one-piece that covered the back and then narrowed and went all the way up to the front like a bib... __________________ I love my Victory Cross Country Tour 106. Smells like Victory! Ultra's are Limited There are two types of Harley riders. Those that trailer them and those that push them. The most Interesting Man in the World "Find the things in life you don't do well and don't do those things" Member # 0005
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05-04-2011, 11:01 AM	#5
biggmoppy Jr. Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Orillia, Ontario Posts: 20	Tank Bra and Bib I have one of the tanks bibs you see in another post, it is made by classic chaps out of PA. I picked it up on this site for the very reasons you mentioned. I was not looking for a pocket and I did not want to scuff the tank. It works great, its an easy fit on and off and I can still clean and polish the tank. Login or Register to Remove Ads
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05-04-2011, 11:28 AM	#6
rickyboy Top Contributor Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: 108 Mile Ranch B.C. Canada Posts: 5,472	Tank Bra and Bib Brad, You might not want one exactly like mine,..... but if the general idea of a one piece "tank bib and bra" with maybe a small pocket for "papers" I'd go to where I got mine made. Franks Leather Products http://www.franksleatherproducts.com...ewProducts.htm He has tank protectors like this too http://www.franksleatherproducts.com...wTankGuard.htm Basically I designed my own and sent a template taped together for Frank. He tweaked things like the arc/curve here and there and put it together for me. If there isn't something you like on his site, do your own design and ask him if he'll make it. It didn't/hasn't damaged the paint surface yet, and the quality is definitely there. Sorry I don't remember what he charged me. Frank uses the same hook and loop {Velcro} that is used on NASA space suits. {so he tells me} but be sure it is the best "Velcro" I've ever seen or used. When it's fastened, it's fastened and takes a lot of effort to tear apart, believe me! __________________ Nomad'a What ! "rickyboy" Richard Cole Canada West Region 108 Mile Ranch, British Columbia Canada Vulcan Bagger Assoc. #00722 Black 2006 Nomad https://cdn2.iconfinder.com/data/ico...Book_32x32.png
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05-04-2011, 12:26 PM	#7
schoeney Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: NW Region Posts: 5,222	Tank Bra and Bib Brad, I have the Classic Chap version as the pic Simdog posted. It is not thick leather like Ricky's and the "pocket" is only good for small papers (index card size) and some ear plugs. Don't plan on putting a cell phone, or a wallet in it....too small. If I had to do it over I would still buy it as it did what I wanted....covered up some scratches. __________________ VBA #659 2003 Nomad 1500 (Gone but never forgotten) 2005 Honda ST1300 - Sweet and still kickin 2006 Honda Goldwing - Best Boat in the Marina
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05-04-2011, 12:35 PM	#8
ccmjr77 Advanced Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Anthem, AZ Posts: 642	Tank Bra and Bib I have the same one from Classic Chap. It is good for covering/preventing scratches. I have my garage door remote in mine and just push button though the pouch. it works. My only thought is that I wished it was a little bigger. __________________ ccmjr77 2007 Kawasaki Nomad 1600
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05-04-2011, 12:44 PM	#9
blowndodge Sr. Contributor Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Washington City, Utah Posts: 16,474	Tank Bra and Bib Ricky's is more like I'm looking for except wider above the bra so a pocket could be added to hold at least a small cell phone.. __________________ I love my Victory Cross Country Tour 106. Smells like Victory! Ultra's are Limited There are two types of Harley riders. Those that trailer them and those that push them. The most Interesting Man in the World "Find the things in life you don't do well and don't do those things" Member # 0005
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05-04-2011, 02:29 PM	#11
Netnorske Top Contributor Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Everett, Washington Posts: 5,709	Tank Bra and Bib Brad, This is probably more what you are thinking, huh? I had mine made by Frank at Frank's Leather Products as well.... __________________ *Kris Olsen* VBA #0691 2017 HD Ultra Limited Low 2013 Victory Cross Country Tour 2012 1700 Vulcan Voyager 2008 1600 Vulcan Nomad 1997 Vulcan 800 Classic *"Growing old is mandatory,* *but growing up is optional"* Custer 2009\|Kalispell 2010\|Cortez 2010\|Crescent City 2011\|Kanab 2012\|Canmore 2012\|Estes Park 2013\|Orofino 2014\|Lake Tahoe 2015\|Red Lodge 2016
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05-04-2011, 02:39 PM	#12
blowndodge Sr. Contributor Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Washington City, Utah Posts: 16,474	Tank Bra and Bib thats it Kris! How much?? __________________ I love my Victory Cross Country Tour 106. Smells like Victory! Ultra's are Limited There are two types of Harley riders. Those that trailer them and those that push them. The most Interesting Man in the World "Find the things in life you don't do well and don't do those things" Member # 0005
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05-04-2011, 04:15 PM	#13
nomadbehappy Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Barrie, ON Posts: 332	Tank Bra and Bib I have some scratching from my knee rubbing the side of the tank when I shift. I currently have a tank bra with a pouch, but thought if I could combine it with the tank chap it would be perfect. What Kris has is fantastic. I have a feeling Frank may be getting a few sales. Kris you should get a commission! __________________ Brian Muscat bamuscat@gmail.com Barrie, ON KawaNOW #1404 2008 Kawasaki Nomad (Ultra) *Red* and Black because they're the fastest colours! Winter is nature's way of telling us to add more *Chrome!*
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05-04-2011, 06:34 PM	#15
glwilson Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: North Central Illinois Posts: 8,575	Tank Bra and Bib For about $300 more Brad could repaint the tank and buy some Slimfast. No more scratches then!! __________________ "During times of universal deceit, telling the truth becomes a revolutionary act." "You can have your own opinion, but not your own facts." *Former VBA NCR Assist Regional Leader* Formerly: 2004 1500FI Bronze Nomad: 2009 & 2014 HD Ultra Current Rides: 2017 HD Ultra Limited & 2011 Can Am Spyder RTS-SE Attended: VBA National Rallies 2009, 2011, 2015; VBA/NCR Regional Rally 2010, 12, 14, 16 and several rides throughout with regional members. VBA Member #652 HOG Member #3935417
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