Canyon Cages saves another

[Scaffolder]

Nobody will ever see the scratches but you.

[Conrad]

Sorry to hear Max.

[556ALPHA]

Glad to hear no serious damage was done, but if you are like me that is all you will see every time you get on the bike.  Next time you have the fairings off take the Canyons to this guy and have them powder coated, he can do any color you want and a great job.  http://www.jandjpowdercoating.com/Even-More-Pictures.html   my bike is on the page, tell him I sent you. 

I absolutely hate the HRBT, drove across it for years before I just moved to avoid it.  Good luck.

[twowheeladdict]

I don't know much about chrome, but that is what I chose too.  Can't you buff that out and get them chromed again?  I know MC Enterprises said they would look at the repair for the powdercoated ones, maybe the chrome ones as well?

[maxtog]

The spots are so minor, it really doesn't need refinishing, just a touch of something to prevent rust.  Honestly, to me it doesn't even look like it got completely through the chrome to the base metal.  (Apparently this is some seriously high quality chroming).  If there was a large section of damage, I would probably consider sending it back to MCE.

[Flathead]

A quick way just to protect would be clear fingernail polish.

[VirginiaJim]

OK, it is my turn now.  I knew it was just a matter of time.  After almost two years, I dropped the C-14 for the first time.  And not for any good reason either

I hate those tunnels.  Anything can happen at any time.  Glad you got it upright ok with some help.  And is there any good reason to drop the bike whilst stationary? 

[twowheeladdict]

  And is there any good reason to drop the bike whilst stationary? 

Yes, there is. When a guy cuts a left turn onto the side street you are sitting at and is surely going to clip you.  Fortunately, when I stood up to jump off, my MIL SPEC vest caught his attention and he veered off into the yard on the right and chit his britches before continueing on.

[VirginiaJim]

You're right.  Very good reason to jump off of a perfectly good bike while stationary..  I imagine it was a close call with your britches as well.

[RyanMCEnterprises]

(Apparently this is some seriously high quality chroming).  If there was a large section of damage, I would probably consider sending it back to MCE.

We use one of the top chromers in California, actually. After all, what's a good, strong product without a decent finish? Anyway, I'm glad to hear you're okay, Maxtog, and that the damage was relatively minor. If you do decide to send it back to us to get refinished, just let me know and I'll get it taken care of for you!

[twowheeladdict]

We use one of the top chromers in California, actually. After all, what's a good, strong product without a decent finish? Anyway, I'm glad to hear you're okay, Maxtog, and that the damage was relatively minor. If you do decide to send it back to us to get refinished, just let me know and I'll get it taken care of for you!

 

[Caffeinated]

Good to hear it was minor Max!  My lower fairing never touched when I dropped mine, but I never really looked that closely. I'll have to take a look. I've yet to sand and touch up my bars...too damn cold now.

One thing that I've noticed though that is bothering me is that the stainless steal bolts on the bars are rusting. You can see in Max's photo there is rust inside where the allen wrench goes.  This should not be happening...right? Should different bolts be used?

[maxtog]

One thing that I've noticed though that is bothering me is that the stainless steal bolts on the bars are rusting. You can see in Max's photo there is rust inside where the allen wrench goes.  This should not be happening...right? Should different bolts be used?

Yes, I did notice that but have not asked MCE yet if they think that is "normal" or if I should be requesting replacement bolts.

[RyanMCEnterprises]

Yes, I did notice that but have not asked MCE yet if they think that is "normal" or if I should be requesting replacement bolts.

It shouldn't happen but it does from time to time. It has to do with the chroming process itself. Due to the shape of hardware (especially some nuts and most bolts) the chrome tends to settle unevenly in some spaces. The hardware we use is extremely high grade, rust just tends to happen from time to time especially if you live in a humid or wet environment. If you guys would like some replacement bolts just shoot me an email or call me and I'll get some shiny new replacements sent out to you at no charge.

[Caffeinated]

It shouldn't happen but it does from time to time. It has to do with the chroming process itself. Due to the shape of hardware (especially some nuts and most bolts) the chrome tends to settle unevenly in some spaces. The hardware we use is extremely high grade, rust just tends to happen from time to time especially if you live in a humid or wet environment. If you guys would like some replacement bolts just shoot me an email or call me and I'll get some shiny new replacements sent out to you at no charge.

I'm going to see if I can find some small hole plugs that will fit.  All 4 of mine (front and rear) have rust on them, and new bolts will probably do the same thing.

Thanks Ryan for offering replacements.

[ZG]

I'm going to see if I can find some small hole plugs that will fit.  All 4 of mine (front and rear) have rust on them, and new bolts will probably do the same thing.

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