LighTech Carbon Lower Tank Guard Aprilia RSV4 / RSV4 1100 Factory / R / RR / RF (2009–2020) CARA3080
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Autoclave-manufactured from genuine twill-weave carbon fibre, the LighTech CARA3080 lower tank guard delivers race-proven structural integrity alongside a meaningful weight reduction — making it one of the few purely aesthetic upgrades that also has a measurable performance rationale. The gloss-lacquered finish protects the carbon weave and gives the Aprilia RSV4 the uncompromising track aesthetic its V4 engine demands.
Key Features
- Genuine carbon fibre construction — not a carbon-look vinyl or ABS shell — providing a real reduction in unsprung weight over the OEM plastic panel.
- Autoclave production process: high-pressure, high-temperature curing produces a denser, more dimensionally stable laminate than standard hand-layup components, with fewer voids and consistent fibre alignment.
- Gloss lacquer top coat protects the weave from UV degradation, fuel splash and stone chips while preserving the premium visual finish.
- Precision-moulded to OEM mounting points for a direct, tool-minimal installation with no drilling or modification required.
- Suitable for road and track use — the autoclave laminate withstands the thermal and vibrational loads generated by the RSV4's inline V4 powerplant.
- Part number CARA3080 (Glossy) ensures you are ordering the correct finish variant for your build.
Build Quality & Materials
LighTech sources aerospace-grade carbon fibre fabric and cures each panel in an industrial autoclave, the same process used in Formula 1 bodywork production. The result is a component with an exceptionally high fibre-to-resin ratio, translating into a part that is simultaneously lighter and stiffer than the standard polymer tank protector. The gloss clear coat is applied after curing, sealing the weave and preventing micro-cracking of the resin surface over time.
Road & Track Use
For road riders, the lower tank guard adds a distinctive racing aesthetic without altering ergonomics or requiring any permanent modification. On track, where every gram counts and panel durability matters, the autoclave carbon construction provides the confidence to run the RSV4 hard knowing the part will not delaminate or warp under sustained high-speed stress. Care is straightforward: use only mild, pH-neutral cleaning agents on the gloss surface — avoid solvent-based products that can attack the lacquer.
Fitment & Compatibility
- Aprilia RSV4 (2009–2020)
- Aprilia RSV4 1100 Factory (2009–2020)
- Aprilia RSV4 R (2009–2020)
- Aprilia RSV4 RR (2009–2020)
- Aprilia RSV4 RF (2009–2020)
Specifications
| Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
| Brand | LighTech |
| Part number | CARA3080 |
| Material | Genuine carbon fibre |
| Manufacturing process | Autoclave curing |
| Finish | Gloss lacquer |
| Position | Lower tank guard |
| Fitment | Aprilia RSV4 / RSV4 1100 Factory / R / RR / RF (2009–2020) |
| Intended use | Road and track |
| Brand | LighTech |
|---|---|
| Part number | CARA3080 |
| Material | Genuine carbon fibre |
| Manufacturing process | Autoclave curing |
| Finish | Gloss lacquer |
| Position | Lower tank guard |
| Fitment | Aprilia RSV4 / RSV4 1100 Factory / R / RR / RF (2009–2020) |
| Intended use | Road and track |
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LighTech Carbon Lower Tank Guard Aprilia RSV4 / RSV4 1100 Factory / R / RR / RF (2009–2020) CARA3080

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- Brand
- LighTech
- Part number
- CARA3080
- Material
- Genuine carbon fibre
- Manufacturing process
- Autoclave curing
- Finish
- Gloss lacquer
- Position
- Lower tank guard
- Fitment
- Aprilia RSV4 / RSV4 1100 Factory / R / RR / RF (2009–2020)
- Intended use
- Road and track
- Worldwide shipping
- Genuine parts & verified quality
- 14-day returns — in stock ships within 24h
- Personal email support
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