Powerbronze hugger

[frozenpoet]

I haven't seen this name thrown in the hugger mix, but I ordered one off of ebay the other day. Just installed it today, nothing hard, took all of 10 minutes to install. Other than the glass black finish and the odd vent ports I really like it so far. Looks well made and secures really well. I would say that if the skidmarx has your eye, but want to save a little money, give this a look. only ($120)

HUGGER - HONDA NC700S 12-13/NC700X 12-13/INTEGRA 700 12-13/CB500F 13/CB500X 13/CBR500R 13 - Powerbronze USA

 

[Cutter J. Duke]

That's not bad looking, but I would have to hit it with a couple of coats of Dullcote or some flat black. Myself, I prefer to have the hugger blend into the the bike's colors, I want it to look more a part of the bike rather than an add on.

 

[frozenpoet]

Yeah, I'll paint it at some point.

 

[OriginalRocket]

Wow look how far it goes over the wheel! I think this one is the "longest" so far. bookmarked for later research

 

[showkey]

That's not bad looking, but

Not sure about that..............................nobody would mistake that for a stock part.




I would also say WOW............but not in a good way................

 

[tew47]

I have been looking at that one to. They have a US dealer prowerbronzeusa.com. and a good price.

 

[StratTuner]

I haven't seen this name thrown in the hugger mix, but I ordered one off of ebay the other day. Just installed it today, nothing hard, took all of 10 minutes to install. Other than the glass black finish and the odd vent ports I really like it so far. Looks well made and secures really well. I would say that if the skidmarx has your eye, but want to save a little money, give this a look. only ($120)

HUGGER - HONDA NC700S 12-13/NC700X 12-13/INTEGRA 700 12-13/CB500F 13/CB500X 13/CBR500R 13 - Powerbronze USA

I'm actually interested in the rear wheel lift you have there. Link to that item? Are those generic, or does one buy one especially made for the NC?

 

[frozenpoet]

just a set off of ebay I think. it has the little paddles that pick it up from under the swing arm, I also have one for the front.

 

[NCer]

Not sure about that..............................nobody would mistake that for a stock part.




I would also say WOW............but not in a good way................

Why? What's wrong?

 

[max cooper]

Did you eventually paint your hugger ? If so, what did you use ? I want to paint mine a satin black to match the black on the bike. Thanks for any info. Max

I haven't seen this name thrown in the hugger mix, but I ordered one off of ebay the other day. Just installed it today, nothing hard, took all of 10 minutes to install. Other than the glass black finish and the odd vent ports I really like it so far. Looks well made and secures really well. I would say that if the skidmarx has your eye, but want to save a little money, give this a look. only ($120)

HUGGER - HONDA NC700S 12-13/NC700X 12-13/INTEGRA 700 12-13/CB500F 13/CB500X 13/CBR500R 13 - Powerbronze USA

 

[n30r3l0ad3d]

I planned on ordering an R&G hugger tomorrow. I've looked at other options, but never seen this one.

 

[frozenpoet]

no, I haven't gotten to it yet. it's been a busy summer for me.

 

[Bodysnatcher]

Did you eventually paint your hugger ? If so, what did you use ? I want to paint mine a satin black to match the black on the bike. Thanks for any info. Max

As I mentioned in this thread: http://nc700-forum.com/forum/nc700-mods/3779-black-textured-paint.html I used a textured plastic paint to make my hugger better match the stock plastic panels. Others appear to go for Plasti-Dip but I believe that will only give you a smooth surface. To each his own!

 

[Beemerphile]

Looks very much like a Skidmarx at a better price. If I didn't already spring for the Skidmarx, I'd be on it. Mine was gloss black as well. I wet-sanded it with 600 grit and painted it with VHT Fusion flat black. They also have a satin black. I have seen reviews on Amazon that the paint is no good, so I won't recommend it until I get some decent miles on it.

 

[Old Can Ride]

A great value! Are we stating to see a little vendor competition for NC700 accessories?

 

[gbudd311]

After riding in New England I was thrilled to receive the power bronze hugger and install it. The sand and mud build up on the swing arm and rear shock was getting out of hand. It is doing a decent job so far! Although i would like to install a rubber strip on the strut side to stop what little bit is making it between the swing arm and the hugger. Other than that it is much better than before!!

It is Matte Black and blends in ok!

 

[----x----]

I just fit this to my bike, looks just as above pictures with matte black and silver mesh.

Take note that there is a protective plastic film covering the entire guard. When I took it out of the box I thought it was all scratched up, but on looking at powerbronze's FAQs on their website it mentioned the film. On removing the film it was in good condition.

When seating it, remember the brake line goes outside the guard on the right. Use a new hex wrench when unscrewing, I stripped a difficult to reach screw and spent a long while getting it out by cutting a notch in it and using a flat head screwdriver and mallet to get it unstuck.

 

[welshintheusa]

Anyone try the Puig Hugger? Now we are talking about huggers!
Puig Rear Hugger Honda NC700X 12 14 Carbon Look | eBay

 

[noj]

Sorry, but that looks to short to do a good job of keeping the crud of the back of the bike.

 

[----x----]

the chain guard is shorter than stock by an inch or so, will let you know if i notice the bike getting coated with oil. So far no issues.