00:00Stop putting thin vinyl decals on fuel tank
00:02Belt buckles scratch through vinyl fast
00:05Thick rubber pads protect clear coat
00:08Tested top 5 budget tank pads online to see which wins
00:13First, 3D Rubber Fishbone Pad
00:16Costs $4.39
00:19Sold 4,999 units, rated 4.9 stars
00:24Raised rubber segments bend around tank curves easy
00:27Takes beating from riding jacket zippers, paint stays safe
00:31Top pick for pure durability
00:35Second, Flame Fishbone 3D Tank Pad
00:38Costs $4
00:40Sold 4,889 units, rated 4.6 stars
00:45Flame cutouts look aggressive on naked bikes
00:48Slightly firmer plastic resin
00:51Great price, defends paint from direct scratch as well
00:55Third, Carbon Style Cap and Tank Cover for Honda
01:00Costs $3.52
01:03Sold 4,745 units, rated 4.3 stars
01:08Precision cut fit for Honda filler caps
01:11Carbon texture covers ugly key scratches around gas cap
01:15Cheapest fix on list
01:18Fourth, Universal 3D Heavy Anti-Scratch Protector
01:21Costs $7.15
01:25Sold 4,459 units, rated 4.9 stars
01:30Premium option here
01:32Thickest gel layer stops heavy impact from metal jacket snaps
01:36Best adhesive backing, will not peel off in summer heat
01:40Fifth, Multi-Brand Universal 3D Spine Pad
01:44Costs $3.74
01:48Sold 3,124 units, rated 4.9 stars
01:53Universal Profile fits Yamaha, Kawasaki, KTM tanks clean
01:58Soft compound gives knee grip and turns, stops slide, protects sides from pant wear
02:03High value buy
02:06Rubber pads crush thin vinyl decals for real protection
02:09Links to all 5 pads sit in description below
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