Bash guard prototype for e Sommet
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I didn't realize there were rear mounts. Back to the computer...
cat1
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All you need to do is buy the correct one for the E Sommet and take the edge off on this side and it will fit. I used a grinder but a dremel type tool would probably be better.
Vitus E-Sommet Motor Protector 2018 | Chain Reaction Cycles
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I hadn't seen that, but after reading the review I will probably still make my own.
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The only reason I bought this replacement guard was to protect the steps shimano e800o motor, I had no other option. I smashed the first one on the first rock garden I hit, crap plastic, you'd be better off with cardboard, it cannot sustain any heavy impacts. I have no idea what the design behind this was as it it is total rubbish. What is needed is a heavy duty skid plate, either metal or thick impact resistant plastic which can take abuse.
I am totally disgusted with the quality of this part."
My E8000 bike came with a guard pre-installed which looked very similar to that. It was already cracked from delivery. Your prototype looks like it would absorb more energy and possibly crumple if necessary and has handly holes to store small snacks or a very small multi tool
cat1
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If you want something more substantial you would probably better off with the rockguardz one then.
Vitus E-Sommet 2018-19
Keep us updated please. May be interested in buying one from you. Thanks.
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Perhaps, after I get the fit right and destruction test one to make sure its strong enough!
Rallysaloon
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I make heavy duty bash guard/skidplates for the Meridas but one of my mates has a Vitus E Sommet and as it uses the Shimano motor as well and he has fitted one to it. It really needs the position of the bend altering to fit better so if there's enough interest I can sort it. They are so tough I offer a free replacement if it breaks. I've sold over 100 and not had one break or dissatisfied customer. A few photos of the guard on the Vitus.
I would have one
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That looks nice and beefy!
Unbreakable, I like that. Am interested in buying one if you make e-sommet specific one.
helipilottim
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Just following up,on this....are you willing to produce some more for a fee?
Cheers
Cheers
What bike is that one from?
And is it OEM?
I'm sad , so I can say I think it's for the thok mig.. sold by thok as an option.
don't be sad.
be happy.
That's quite helpful
be happy.
That's quite helpful
It is the Thok Mig, comes on the bike but can be bought as a replacment part, dont know if it will stright fit to other brands, and postage is steep from Italy.
thanks.
looks pretty good. Sadly the mounting bolt positions are not the same place as on an E-sommet
Finally got around to fitting mine, heated it up a bit to get it to fit better then decided I didn't really like the look of it with the cable ties so modified it to use the original mounting holes.
I'll definitely have one of these if they're still available?
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saladdodger2
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Hi Rallysaloon. Just bought an E-Sommet VRS and I'm looking for a decent bash guard. Yours looks ideal, just wondering if you have produced any more of these as I'd definitely take one?
