Description

• Original Gimbel Belly Pan
• This spoiler was developed specifically for this motorcycle and visually adapted to the design of the motorcycle
• Makes the motorcycle appear visually complete and more dynamic
• Effectively protects the engine from stone chips and improves aerodynamics
• All-round edges increase stability with minimal weight
• The Belly Pan is made of glass fiber reinforced plastic (GRP)
• The surface is a layer of gray colored gelcoat
• GRP is a fiber-plastic composite consisting of synthetic resin and glass fibers
• GRP has a high elongation at break and a high elastic energy absorption
• Standard side and main stands can still be used
• The production takes place in our own production entirely in Germany
• The spoiler is made entirely by hand
• The Belly Pan is a blank that is unpainted
• TÜV parts certificate for vehicle type: SC48

The manufacturing steps of our GRP parts (hand lamination)

 

1. Model and mold making

Each of our fairing pieces has been developed specifically for each motorcycle model. Starting with model making, in which the later workpieces are designed and constructed. After the idea is in mind and the first sketches are made, the prototype is modeled using clay, cardboard, putty and other malleable materials. Using this prototype, a negative mold is then created from mold making resin and fiberglass fabric.

2. Apply separating layer

To begin with, a separating layer of wax is applied to the mold and then polished with a cotton cloth after it has taken effect. This avoids a connection between the mold and the workpiece.

3. Apply top coat

After the separating layer has completely dried, the top layer resin (gelcoat) is applied. This layer forms the later surface and has special surface properties compared to laminating resins. The top layer must then dry a little.

4. Laminate

After the top layer has dried, the paneling part is laminated. Glass fibers and laminating resin are laminated by hand layer by layer. In general, the alignment of the reinforcing fibers is incorporated in the direction of loading. Everything then hardens for at least 24 hours at 25°C.

5. Molding

After drying, the molding follows. For this purpose, the mold is dismantled into its individual parts and the component can be easily removed thanks to the applied separating layer.

6. Sand edges

To ensure a clean finish on the workpiece edges, they are sanded down after shaping and thus brought into shape. The blank is now finished

7. Attach nameplate

Each of our trim parts that requires a TÜV entry has a nameplate laminated into it. This is clearly visible on the inside. This should be covered before painting.