So I've been doing bits and pieces on the 1098R today and having had the seat off, I don't remember getting an answer the last time I posted about bodywork, to whether anyone had added anything to protect the underside of the seat from the exposed exhaust. So, a little more specific question this time, has anyone wrapped the last foot or so the exhaust pipework before it goes into the cans ? I don't have enough experience to come up with any other solution to cut down the radiated heat from that section of the exhaust. Suggestions ? Andy
What IS that gap for? Seems a bit gash to leave a space at the front of the undertray. Is it a nut roasting feature? The undertray on the 916 comes all the way to the front...I might add a bit of ally sheet or get somebody at work to make me something in carbon....
I've ordered some self adhesive heat resistant metal tape to line the carbon fibre belly pan. The 70mm system is just too close to most of the length. There is a very small burn just showing through and I know others have found the belly pan can be a casualty. Perhaps as you say an insert of some sort might be the way forward. I still like the idea of wrapping the pipework because it is a very simple (if slightly ugly) solution. Andy
I did it like this. Ist picture is the product I used. It's good up to 2000°F and reflects up to 90% radiant heat. Perfect application for under the seat. It has an adhesive backing on it but I left the protective cover on it (I don't want it sticky). 2nd picture is the shape I cut. The one on the right has done about 20,000km so was starting to lose it's effectiveness. 3rd picture shows the general shape of it. 4th picture shows it installed in place. Silver side facing exhaust to reflect heat away from the seat. 5th picture - seat back on. you don't notice it at all.
^^^ Can't use 2 ratings, so I'll say thank you . Even found a local stockist of the very same product in the UK. Andy
Looks good but slightly concerned that the wiring loom is still exposed to the heat. Possibly more so as it is effectively cocooned in its own little radiant oven?
I tried a similar thing on mine, although i admit mine was stuck to the seat, which didn't really work. It really needs some sort of ceramic or carbon shield made to bolt to the subframe and try to reflect the heat in a similar way to the 899 with its rear exhaust heat shield. I couldn't believe it when I took my seat off and there was just nothing there!
I agree so will look to ensure the wiring is between the seat and the heat shield. Shouldn't be too difficult to fit. Local supplier is in Oxford, Racefit. Andy
Left my wiring as it was. Been that way for 45000 kms now and absolutely no sign of any wiring getting cooked or hardening. And yes I thought the same thing.
I know this is an old thread Andy but how successful was this heat resistant matt. After some for the new exhaust on the Hypermotard. The small amount that was supplied is useless so need to find my own. Any other recommendations welcome. Thanks.
Is it possible to do something like this kit offers? https://ducatispacers.com/collectio...0KveACF67_QbJD8nlxlHqQCciCMu01DIaAvvGEALw_wcB Not producted for a 1098, but can it be sort of copied?
Apologies, only just seen your post. I didn’t get round to doing anything and then I bought a Panigale V4. Andy
For what it's worth, despite a closed question, here's my effort which I fab'd up and is reasonably effective Aly tray made from 1mm sheet from B&Q. Does a decent job of deflecting the exhaust heat while also protecting my underseat cables. View attachment 271414 View attachment 271413 , Rgds. Rich.
