Damaged or worn protective covers on the Tripmaster are not only annoying - they can also allow moisture to enter and potentially cause long-term damage to the sensitive electronics.
Replacement covers are not available in stores, so I have developed custom replacement covers that I handcraft in small exclusive batches, without using any machines. Each cover is manually cast in a mold that I made myself. They are inserted into the switch openings to protect the switches from dust, moisture, and wear, while maintaining the same flexibility as the original parts. The only visual difference is their black color.
Remove the Tripmaster from the motorcycle. On the back of the housing, unscrew the 6 small cross-head screws and carefully open the case. Remove the old covers and thoroughly clean off any glue residue. Insert the new covers into the switch openings and bond them from the inside. Close the housing and reinstall the Tripmaster.
Tip: As with the originals, standard silicone adhesive can be used (not included).
No liability is accepted for damage to the device resulting from the installation or use of this replacement cover.
Experiences and recommendations can be found in the forums Friends of the Africa-Twin Germany and Friends of the Africa-Twin Austria
This is the second time ordering this product. It's efficiently made and works perfectly for my personal plans.
The shipping didn't take as long as I had feared and when a confirmation was needed, the seller got back at me super fast.
I'll definitely be ordering again in the future
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