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[Le Z Turbo]

Hello,
winter is coming fast and for my DS I'd like the same protections I used to have on my scooter:
-The hand cover: http://www.tucanourbano.it/catalogo/item/manopole-nylon?categoryFullPath=termoscud_e_coprimanopole&materiale=nylon
-The Gaucho: http://www.tucanourbano.it/Catalogo/item/gaucho-en-US?categoryFullPath=termoscud_e_coprimanopole%2Fgaucho
Both are VERY protective, I can tell you !!!

But of course no size list for my Zero DS. I've tried the hand cover R317 model from my BMW C1 scooter: they fit ! Have a look to the attached pictures.
The way I see it both the R317 and R319 hand grip could fit, but what's the difference between them ?

For the Gaucho it seems that most bike are doing well with the R117 and R118 models but again, what's the difference ?
Have a safe ride
Laurent

[Le Z Turbo]

I'd just emailed a question to Tucano Urbano to try to get answers to my questions. I'll keep you inform....

[BrianTRice@gmail.com]

These look perfect! I have been missing the excellent rain protection that my V-Strom's generous handguards provide, and Seattle is quickly becoming the wet city that everyone knows.


However, apparently they do not export to the USA. I may go with Hippo Hands, but these look like a better fit. I'll udpate when I find a way to order them.


EDIT: I found that Urban Rider in the UK offered a good price and shipping option, so I've ordered and will probably completely enjoy them.

[Le Z Turbo]

Didn't know they were not sold in the US. Urbano Tucano is THE first choice here in Europe for scooter protection.

[BrianTRice@gmail.com]

Didn't know they were not sold in the US. Urbano Tucano is THE first choice here in Europe for scooter protection.

Apparently there are a couple of UK scooter accessory companies that will ship them to the US. So, no in-person demo, but it'll work fine for me. Thanks!

[Le Z Turbo]

Wait a little before ordering so maybe I will have a chance to know the difference between the models and post it !!!
Laurent

[Richard230]

The product that has been sold in the U.S. for the past 40 years (or more) is called Hippo Hands.  It used to sell for around $15 (40 years ago - or more), but I think it goes for much more now.  No doubt someone with sewing skills could make a set of those bar covers for a lot less using black vinyl, leather, or some similar material.

[BrianTRice@gmail.com]

Wait a little before ordering so maybe I will have a chance to know the difference between the models and post it !!!
Laurent

If you mean the Zero S model, sure, owners of that bike would have to judge the fit separately. But I have a 2013 Zero DS, so I should get the exact results you have already since I've ordered the R317. It's already rainy here, so I don't want to waste my gloves any more getting wet.

[Le Z Turbo]

Sure, I also want to have them for November at last because as you said it's not only for the cold but also for the rain. Very usefull even if it's giving a bad look to a nice motorcycle !!!
Laurent

[Le Z Turbo]

No news from Tucano right now but after having searched the web I think the hand grip covers R319 will be best. They are the ones for the BMW G650 Xmoto which shares the large handlebar with mirrors but no weighted stabilizer. Now searching the "Gaucho"...

[Le Z Turbo]

Ok, so I had a reply from not directly Urbano Tucano but a shop specialized in these products.
The hand covers are the R319.
The Gaucho should be the R118. R117 is for very small bikes and R119 for huge bikes.
I'm gonna order both and will post pictures !
Laurent

[Justin Andrews]

Do get the right sort.

I recall many years ago getting a set of generic brand ones and fitting them to my ER5, blasting down the motorway I wondered why my bikes power had taken a real hit, as it was refusing to go much above 65mph.

Concerned I pulled over to the side of the road where I noticed a dull red glow from my front brake disc... 


Seems the wind was hitting the cheap generic brand hand warmer and jamming on the front brake. 

[Le Z Turbo]

Urbano Tucano are the best out here in Europe. I had them on my BMW C1 and then on two Gilera Fuoco 500. I can't stand a winter without them ! The Gaucho has inflatable side so it won't float when speeding.
Laurent

[kingcharles]

Vectrix sold these as an official accessory, below is a photo of them fitted to my bike. I also use the thermoscud in the winter. Very comfortable and allows me to ride far below freezing temperatures.


http://twitpic.com/38va3u/full

[BrianTRice@gmail.com]

So, I have them installed, but they move around a bit, and block some of my view through the side mirrors. How do you make sure that they're appropriately fitted and firmly attached? I followed the instructions, but they rotate a lot and it feels like I can't take my hands in and out easily right now, and I'm a little uncomfortable operating the bike in traffic like this - not speedy enough operating the turn signal and brakes. That said, this is day one of my test, so I hope to figure this out.