Zongshen 200GY-2 Tank Plastic Mod

[SpudRider]

I have always believed that Zongshen went a bit overboard with the tank plastic on the Sierra 200GY-2 motorcycle. Also, I have always disliked the two heavy, metal pieces that attach to the motorcycle’s frame and support the tank plastic in front, simulating a radiator shroud.

I am always looking for ways to lighten, and improve, the Zong. When one of the plastic brackets that support the front of the tank shroud broke off, I decided to trim away the excess tank plastic. This modification has also allowed me to get rid of the heavy, unnecessary metal brackets that supported the front of the tank shroud.

Here is a photograph of the original tank plastic



Here is a photo of my new, trimmed tank plastic.



I am still considering trimming a bit more from the tank plastic. Namely, I could eliminate the bottom plastic fin, as shown below.



Cal25 has made a fine suggestion to eliminate all the fins.



Therefore, I have created a poll. Which do you prefer. The original tank plastic, my current configuration with three “fins,” the projected configuration with two “fins,” or "no-fins?"

While you ponder your decision, here are a few more photographs of my current configuration, taken from several different angles.











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