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Old Aug 21, 2008 | 07:58 AM
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Default 08 600rr FE kit reviews?

Sup all,

Recently picked up an 08 600rr and need to do something about the stock tail asap. I have done some research on 600rr.net and am aware of the tripage kits, ect. After looking at some of the bikelitez kits and other similar ones, does anyone have one or know how bright it is? While eliminating the stock fender I want to keep safety in mind and on alot of these kits visibility seems to be an issue. Just looking for some feedback on the kits you have.

example.
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors....m245

anybody have the competition werkes kit?
http://secure.compwerkes.com/Detail.bok?no=263

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Old Aug 21, 2008 | 09:05 AM
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im rollin with a clear alternatives integrated 06 600rr taillight that i modded to fit, tripage license plate bracket, and tripage mudflap with leds to light up the plate. im a happy camper.
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Old Aug 25, 2008 | 09:32 AM
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thats the old tirpage one tucked up in the back the have a new one that bolts to the exhaust its alot more visiable
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Old Aug 25, 2008 | 07:18 PM
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The absolute best kit you can buy.

Rizoma License Plate Support

http://www.rizoma.com/Prodotti...Sez=2

Rizoma Zero Indicator Lights

http://www.motovationusa.com/m...t=370

There are a few indicator lights to choose from.

http://www.rizoma.com/Prodotti...Sez=1

http://www.motovationusa.com/m...ry=62





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Old Aug 25, 2008 | 08:42 PM
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<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by WH0isDAN &raquo;</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">The absolute best kit you can buy.

Rizoma License Plate Support
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same one I have on my 07
pricey though
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Old Aug 25, 2008 | 10:07 PM
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I just ordered the SS Eliminator kit for my Ninja....can't wait to get rid of that damn ugly *** fender.
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Old Aug 27, 2008 | 08:08 AM
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i have the competition werkes one on my 03.. i love it. always getting compliments on it.

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Old Aug 27, 2008 | 05:35 PM
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<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by WH0isDAN &raquo;</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">The absolute best kit you can buy.

Rizoma License Plate Support

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thats the worst kit, you still have regular turnsignals not an integrated tailight.

heres mine, going with the integrated tailight makes it alot cleaner.



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Old Aug 27, 2008 | 05:41 PM
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<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by The Hooligan &raquo;</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">

thats the worst kit....</TD></TR></TABLE>

I wouldn't say the WORST
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Old Aug 27, 2008 | 05:47 PM
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<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by whatVTEC &raquo;</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">
I wouldn't say the WORST</TD></TR></TABLE>

well what i should say is it doesnt look much different than stock and rizoma parts arent cheap.
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Old Aug 28, 2008 | 07:50 AM
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<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by The Hooligan &raquo;</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">

well what i should say is it doesnt look much different than stock and rizoma parts arent cheap.</TD></TR></TABLE>

not cheap, but definitely best quality and it does look waaaay better then stock in my opinion. I personally like the 03-06 converstion too, but I didn't wanna cut up my new bike
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Old Aug 28, 2008 | 11:59 AM
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<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by whatVTEC &raquo;</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">

not cheap, but definitely best quality and it does look waaaay better then stock in my opinion. I personally like the 03-06 converstion too, but I didn't wanna cut up my new bike </TD></TR></TABLE>

i hear ya, im not big on cutting up new bikes either,lol. i had it for 3 days and started the mods
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Old Aug 28, 2008 | 03:35 PM
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I have the same setup as Hooligan, same color bike, but with a stock exhuast.

If you take your time and are meticulous with the cuts you make, you can get the tail light to fit almost perfectly. My solo seat cowl does not have the fitment issues that most of the other people's do.

*EDIT*
My friend made his own custom tag bracket that locates the plate imeddiately under the exhaust (about 4" inbound from the tip), and added the Iwin Moto tailight. I can honestly say that the Iwin Moto tailight is a piece of crap... it looks like something a guy made in his garage, becasue, well it is. The fitment is very nice, but the quality of the product is garbage and the price is too high.
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Old Aug 28, 2008 | 03:50 PM
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<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by Tornadom &raquo;</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">.... and added the Iwin Moto tailight. I can honestly say that the Iwin Moto tailight is a piece of crap... it looks like something a guy made in his garage, becasue, well it is. The fitment is very nice, but the quality of the product is garbage and the price is too high.</TD></TR></TABLE>

I was thinking about getting the Iwin light too, good thing you said something. I was reading about it on 600rr.net and it seemed to have pretty good reviews. It was between the Iwin and Jneer light. But I heard about some issues with the Jneer too
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Old Aug 28, 2008 | 04:33 PM
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My friend bought it based on all of the 600rr.net reviews and was severely disappointed. He had to wait nearly 2 months to receive the product (after paying in full up front) and stated that the customer service was pretty poor.

Here are my observations of the light:

Yes, it is the brightest; the pulsing before the brake light comes on is a nice touch and should let people behind you know what you are doing. The turn signals are there, but as with any integrated tail-light/turn signal combo they are too close to the brake lights to really make much difference. Most tail lights have a black plastic housing and some form of a smooth, translucent lens for the light to shine through... I am not sure what the housing is made out of on the Iwin, but it looks cheap and is not finished in the least. The lens seems to allow light to come through just fine, but again looks really rough and unfinished... it lacks that glossy and smooth surface found on all of the OEM lights. I didn't really look at the wiring, but I am sure it is on par with the others. All in all, I couldn't justify spending the extra money on it versus the Clear Alternatives (03-06 model). The Iwin gives you about 1/2" more trunk space and 'fits' better, but my CA after some time fits just as well and looks a lot more professional and finished up close. Light output is also pretty close.

BTW, look for my friend's review of the product in the next couple of days.
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Old Aug 29, 2008 | 07:20 PM
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<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by M3LVIN &raquo;</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">i have the competition werkes one on my 03.. i love it. always getting compliments on it.

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sigh , FAIL the 03 is a completely different bike
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Old Aug 30, 2008 | 04:36 AM
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<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by The Hooligan &raquo;</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">

thats the worst kit, you still have regular turnsignals not an integrated tailight.

heres mine, going with the integrated tailight makes it alot cleaner.

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The integrated tails look nice, but the brake light and turnsignal visibility is horrible in the day (the exhaust blocks a large portion of it).

I would not feel safe riding with one of those. Idiot cagers already dont pay enough attention to bikers as it is.
I'd rather have an "ugly" brake light than have a car run up my *** 'cause they didnt see the brake light.
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Old Aug 30, 2008 | 05:34 AM
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<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by CyberLeader &raquo;</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">
The integrated tails look nice, but the brake light and turnsignal visibility is horrible in the day (the exhaust blocks a large portion of it).

I would not feel safe riding with one of those. Idiot cagers already dont pay enough attention to bikers as it is.
I'd rather have an "ugly" brake light than have a car run up my *** 'cause they didnt see the brake light.</TD></TR></TABLE>

theres plenty of exhaust that make the integrated tailight very visible, the leo vince,akrapovic, devil, ive seen them all. i unfortunately got the yosh which is the least visible and im probally gonna get something else.

everyone i ride with is **** about having proper turnsignals, mirrors, brakelights and all that and they all surprisingly said my bike is visible.

and by the way, keep rocking your ugly brake light
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Old Sep 2, 2008 | 12:56 PM
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Thanks for the replies, after doing alot of research that review of the iWin is the first negative review I have heard about it minus the customer service. The light still looks more visible than the competitors and good finish. After looking at this link I went ahead and placed an order and will wait for it. The dude at iWin said they were backed up but now with a 2 week wait as of 8/25. Also ordered the tripage adjustable FE kit

http://www.600rr.net/vb/showthread.php?t=111752
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Old Sep 6, 2008 | 04:59 AM
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I was in the same boat as you, but I ordered the "Targa" Fender eliminator. I love how clean the integrated ones look, but I want as much visibility as possible on the street. Good luck with your purchase, post some pics when its installed!
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