2007 Suzuki GSX-R1000 fitted with ExtremeFairings.com sportbike bodywork
ExtremeFairings.com Sportbike Bodywork
Some of you may remember the extraordinary Yoshimura race team replica replacement bodywork for my 2007 Suzuki GSX-R1000 that I got a couple years ago from ExtremeFairings.com.
For just $626 (free shipping!) and about three weeks, ExtremeFairings.com can supply you replacement bodywork for most models from the Big Four Japanese brands, and several Ducati models too. Consider that: an entire bodywork kit for about the cost of one OEM panel.
Now… I’m about to blow your mind – actually, sit down please. Included in the price above is CUSTOM PAINT. By that I mean you can send them any design – including any picture you download – and they will replicate that design faithfully. The only thing they cannot replicate is graffiti, but beyond that, anything goes. That is an astounding value!
The bodywork is created faithfully, heck, it even has the part numbers on the back side. Unlike other brands you might find on eBay (yes, there are cheaper ones out there) the ExtremeFairings.com product is made from high quality ABS, and the lugs and attachment points are part of the mold and not just glued on afterwards. So astonishingly, this is actually HIGH QUALITY bodywork; believe me, all bodywork kits are not the same.
The ExtremeFairings.com kit also comes with all the unseen (typically black plastic) bodywork parts, the side panels, the heat shield that goes next to the exhaust, and a tinted windscreen. It really is the whole package. The only thing I would recommend you purchase in addition is a pop-on fastener kit (about $40) and possibly a bolt kit from a reputable manufacturer like Pro-Bolt. A lot of the fasteners that come off the old bodywork and not necessarily reusable and don’t look good even if you do.
Fast forward to this year and my pal Rick–who coincidentally also has a 2007 Gixxer Thou, decided that it was time to revamp his way-beyond-tired motorcycle. This was a fugly looking bike that badly needs a paint job. ExtremeFairings.com was the only choice, and in short order a bodywork set custom painted in the Fixi Crescent Suzuki World Superbike team colors was ordered.
It took around 4 weeks for the bodywork to arrive; if that seems like a long wait, the end result is truly well worth it.
Once again, the finished product is exemplary. The pearl white metallic paint is flawless, and the various immaculately reproduced sponsor decals are all under the clear-coat, giving the finish decent longevity. My Yoshimura replica bodywork is starting to get somewhat stone-chipped after two hard years, although in most places it is still in perfect condition. I recommend using some kind of plastic protective film over the most vulnerable areas and you’ll get even longer life out of this stuff.
So when you need replacement bodywork for your bike we highly recommend ExtremeFairings.com; their product is so remarkable I simply cannot understand how they can do it for the price. But I’m very glad they can.
The following pictures show the Fixi Crescent bodywork being fitted:
If you don’t think the finished article is a spectacular way to spend six hundred bucks then you should probably consider another hobby.Another view of the GSX-R1000 with ExtremeFairings.com plastics.
The white paint is actually a pearl white mettalicAll logos are flawlessly reproduced and then clear coatedThe attachment tabs are moulded in–not stuck on afterwardsThe inside shows precisely same as OEM even down to the calendar labeling system!Logos are beautifully reproducedLogos are beautifully reproducedLogos are beautifully reproduced (the dark color is the lighting, not the logo)Logos are beautifully reproducedThe bodywork kit comes with all the other non-painted bits ‘n pieces including the oil cooler shroudThe bodywork kit comes with all the other non-painted bits ‘n pieces such as these side panelsImpeccably painted! The clear coat seems pretty deepFitting the intake trumpets that also come with the kitAssembling the various non-painted items to the painted sections needs to be done carefully to make sure the tabs line up correctly
Attaching the plastic shrouds using their small tabs takes careful manipulating. The bodywork is strong though and we had no issues with tabs breakingAttaching the plastic shrouds using their small tabs takes careful manipulating. The bodywork is strong though and we had no issues with tabs breakingAttaching the plastic shrouds using their small tabs takes careful manipulating. The bodywork is strong though and we had no issues with tabs breakingThe final pieces lined up flawlessly once snapped into place
Finished piece fitted together flawlessly
Note locking tabs that slide to lock in placeThe OEM headlight fitted perfectly. It isn’t screwed in here yet, just placed for fitement
Some slots had a little excess paint or plastic and needed trimming with a razor bladeInside the front fairing section you can see how the pieces fit well together. Locking tabs are strong.Inside the front fairing section you can see how the pieces fit so wellAssembled front section then slides onIt’s worth positioning some rags in strategic positions to prevent random scratches
It’s worth positioning some rags in strategic positions to prevent random scratchesGetting there…Tabs are all still intact. It’s worth buying a pop-fastener kit and a screw and bolt kitGetting there!Fitting the inner shrouds takes some fiddling. Happy we had a lift!The inner air ducting was fiddly but it was all provided and fitted together flawlesslySlots and tabs all line up very wellNon-painted sections clip together absolutely perfectly. The inner air intake ducting and mesh are all providedNon-painted items are nicely finished and fit perfectlyOpening up more slots with razor blade. Don’t overdo it!No, the inside is not painted!
We used paper on the bench to protect the bodywork when paint side downSome parts needed the rubber grommets replacing. You can use your old ones but it’s nicer to have new ones to match the nice new fairingsScrew retainer clip in placePanel then fits on nicely and screws into place firmlyNo gaps; the bodywork fits together wellRubber inner shroud in between the panels is includedThe panels fit wellPoor lighting doesn’t make it look like it, but actually the bodywork matches perfectly
Bottom section attaches as neatly as the rest of itTabs have to be keyed on correctly in order for it to fit well. If you’re careful it’s not that hard.Another non-pained shroud goes into placeAttached, and the seams look good.Tail section under tray protector is non-painted but looks goodStarting to fit the tail sections together.Starting to fit the tail sections together.Definitely getting there!Tightening the bolt into the locking clipSide is now attachedLower section in lace and oil cooler shroud (provided) ties it all togetherReady for the lower sectionSide panels not yet fittedLower section clips in placeLower section clips in placeLower section clips in placeFront fender slides into place and then bolts downGorgeous paint on the front fender…Attaching the side panelUnder tray looks as good as the rest of itTail sections fit together with pop fasteners. Tail cover matches and looks great.Attach the tank/air box cover first and then lower into place.Finished!Finished!Finished!Finished!Finished!Finished!Finished!Finished!Finished!Finished!Finished!Finished!
