Fuel hose protector/insulator?

[Esih]

Those semi-hard plastic tubes that fit over fuel hoses, are they necessary?

[Mandres]

Not really necessary but a good idea.  They help insulate the lines not only from the heat of the engine but also from flying rocks / debris.  I went ahead and transferred them over when I replaced my fuel lines.

-M

[Esih]

Hm...

Mine were really hardened up and I couldn't come close to putting new hose in them without cutting them and ductaping them back toghether.


So it looks like quite a hack job on my new fuel hose. I'm contemplating just tossing the protectors.

[GeeP]

Plastic fuel hose protectors?  Never seen 'em.  I guess they departed the bike.   

Route the hoses away from hot areas and places they might chafe and you'll be fine.

If you have them I might be inclined to keep them if they're in reasonable shape and it's not a hassle to install 'em.

[dgyver]

They are there to prevent damage to the hose due to them rubbing against the frame, engine, etc. I normally use spiral wrap where hoses may rub. It is easy to put on and you do not have to remove the hose to install it.

[ducati_nolan]

if you'r woried about heat, get some fire sleeve or simmilar product. You should be able to find some at auto parts stores or Summit. If you're only woried about abrasion, use the spiral wrap, or wiring conduit, larger hose etc. Use your imagination, or the duct tape look is cool too