Traditional tankpads vs “Tank Protector” by ZipCov
A tankpad is a protective accessory designed for the fuel tank of a motorcycle. Tank pads on motorcycles serve a purpose, for instance prevent the zipper on your jacket from scratching the paint of your fuel tank, especially when leaning from side to side or up and down during cornering or braking.
Tankpads come in a wide variety of designs and colors and you can choose one that matches your bike’s aesthetic, making your motorcycle look more customized and unique. A tankpad can enhance the overall appearance of your bike without being overly flashy, often blending in seamlessly with the design of the bike. By protecting the paint and surface of the tank, the tank will look better and helps maintain your motorcycle’s value, which could translate to a higher resale price.
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Not all tank pads fit perfectly on all tanks, which can lead to issues with installation and effectiveness. While they can protect against minor scratches on a limited part on the surface where the tankpad is placed, they may not be sufficient against more significant impacts or abrasions outside of the tankpad area.
Here is where ZipCov´s Tank Protector comes in and effectively protects the fuel tank from being scratched by the zipper, regardless if the driver is leaning from side to side or up and down during cornering or braking. ZipCov´s tank protector is attached directly over the zipper and not to the tank, which gives you a more dynamic protection since the tank protector follows your movements, which in turn allows you to just enjoy your drive without having to worry for scratching your tank.
Moreover, over time the adhesive on traditional tankpads tend to weaken, potentially leading to peeling or lifting over time, especially during extreme temperatures which is now more and more common due to the global warming. Over time, tankpads can wear down the paint on the tank, especially if they aren’t of high quality or are not installed properly. When removed, tank pads can leave behind sticky residue or even damage the paint, requiring careful cleaning or touch-ups.
Some drivers find that tankpads can detract from the bike’s overall look, particularly if they don’t match the bike’s design. Finding the right tankpad that protects the whole lower part of the fuel tank can be very hard, and on top of that they require cleaning and maintenance to keep them looking good, which can be a boring task for some drivers.
There is no doubt that a jacket with an in-built protection for the zipper is the best option, however it is not always the preferred option. Both tankpads and ZipCov´s tank protector are good and serves a purpose, however the tank protector by ZipCov gives you a more extensive and trustworthy protection for your lower part of the fuel tank that allows you to enjoy your ride without any worries nor hazzles. It´s obvious that one solution does not exclude to use the other, but if you really want to avoid scratching your lower part of the fuel tank with you zipper you should definitely use the tank protector by ZipCov.
