Affordable HJ128-9 Motorcycle Tank Standard Durable Side cover

Product Details
Place of Origin: China
Model: HJ125-9 Tank 

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Motorcycle side covers usually refer to motorcycle side covers or engine side covers. The following is a detailed description of them:

Location and type

Side cover: Covers part or all of the body parts on the side of the motorcycle, commonly found on both sides of the fuel tank of a straddle-type motorcycle and the side of the body of a scooter.
Engine side cover: Installed on both sides or the front of the engine to protect the internal parts of the engine.

Function
Protective function

Protecting against external impact: During the driving of the motorcycle, it can effectively prevent the engine and other parts from colliding with obstacles on the road, such as stones, branches, etc., reduce the degree of damage to the engine in accidents, and protect the mechanical components, circuits, sensors and other key components inside the engine.
- **Preventing debris from intrusion**: Preventing dust, mud, rainwater, etc. from entering the interior of the motorcycle, preventing premature wear and failure of components such as the engine and transmission system, and extending the service life of components.
- **Preventing oil from flowing out**: The engine side cover is generally equipped with an oil filling hole and a sealing plug to prevent oil from overflowing and ensure the normal lubrication and operation of the engine.
- **Beautiful decoration**: It can hide some parts of the engine or body that are not very good-looking, making the motorcycle look more smooth and beautiful visually. At the same time, the owner can also show his personality and taste by choosing side covers of different colors and shapes, or by personalizing the side covers, such as affixing labels, logos, graffiti, etc.

Other functions: Some side covers also have the function of assisting heat dissipation. By setting up heat dissipation devices or special structural designs, they promote air circulation around the engine and help dissipate the heat generated by the engine; some motorcycle side covers can also provide additional storage space, such as hooks or pockets, to carry tools or other items.

Material selection
- Plastic: It has the advantages of light weight, low cost, and easy processing and molding. It can better adapt to various complex design designs, and the surface of the plastic side cover can be processed in various ways, such as spray painting, film, etc., to achieve different appearance effects. However, the strength and wear resistance of plastic side covers are relatively poor, and they are easily broken or damaged by external impact.
- Aluminum alloy: Aluminum alloy side covers are durable, strong, and corrosion-resistant. They can withstand large external impacts. Aluminum alloy also has good thermal conductivity, which helps the engine dissipate heat. However, aluminum alloy side covers are relatively heavy and costly.
- Carbon fiber: Carbon fiber is a high-performance material with advantages such as light weight, high strength, and high rigidity. It is lighter than aluminum alloy, but has higher strength, which can effectively improve the performance and handling of motorcycles. In addition, carbon fiber also has a unique appearance and texture, giving people a high-end and fashionable feeling. However, the cost of carbon fiber side covers is very high, and the manufacturing process is also relatively complicated.

Design and Construction
- Appearance Design: The appearance design of motorcycle side covers is rich and varied, and usually matches the overall style of the motorcycle. Some side covers are simple and smooth in design, focusing on the beauty of lines and overall coordination; some use complex shapes and carvings to show unique personality and artistic sense; and some side covers will incorporate brand elements and logos to enhance brand recognition.
- Installation structure: The side cover is fixed to the motorcycle in various ways, the most common of which are bolt connection, buckle connection or slot connection. The bolt connection method is relatively firm and can ensure that the side cover will not loosen during driving, but the installation and removal are relatively troublesome; the buckle connection and slot connection are more convenient, which is convenient for the owner to install, remove and replace, but the quality and strength of the buckle or slot must be guaranteed to ensure the stability of the side cover.
- Sealing design: In order to prevent leakage of dust, rainwater and engine oil, the side cover is usually sealed with sealing elements such as gaskets and sealing rings. These sealing elements are generally made of materials such as rubber or silicone, have good elasticity and sealing properties, and can form a reliable sealing barrier between the side cover and the body or engine to ensure that the internal components are not affected by the external environment.