Mr Smith's Parts: 5.0 / 5.0 Rated
(Received over 22+ parts this year already. 3 layer CF, 100% Epoxy Resin, Autoclave baked.)
I've just installed the Mr. Smith's Parts UK high gloss twill weave CF V on my R1 this week. Excellent fit and finish, no milling and it's as accurate as OEM with a nice tight seam mated to all surrounding fairings. Smooth edges, symmetrical weaves and pleasing to the eye. 3 layer CF, 100% Epoxy Resin, Autoclave baked. It took `4 weeks to make and well worth it.
I have at least 12+ pieces of CF in matte basket weave on my Panigale S from Alex the owner, and the quality/fit is the same or better than all of the other Ducati Performance CF I have on the bike (I have every CF item DP makes for the Panigale installed). The pricing was also half or less than that to what any comparable DP piece would cost if Ducati even made them.
Alex Simms is the owner, and I've dealt with him all year long on lots of carbon fiber for my ZX14R , R1 and Panigale S. He helped me create CF and is still creating CF that isn't available for my bikes and I've been very happy working with him on all of the new stuff. Best thing is that he's a sportbike enthusiast, passionate about the sport, and started his small business over a year ago because he couldn't find consistent high quality CF for his Ducati Streetfighter S and CF is ridiculously priced from Ducati. I've found him to be of high integrity and understands the carbon fiber enthusiast's perspective on demanding value and satisfaction in putting this quality stuff on their pride and joy. Everything came out smoothly even with Alex being across the pond in the UK over so many shipments and first designs, but we've always communicated well and he makes sure any unforeseen issues are completely taken care of in a reasonable and fair manner. So no worries there. In fact, I'm amazed how accurately these CF pieces on my Panigale line up so well and replicate the oem plastic fitting with the way Italians create a million stressed tabs, slots and fasteners for everything. Not nearly as easy and straightforward as Japanese bikes, trust me.
Mr. Smith's Parts is his company name in the UK (presence on USA Ebay) and Alex is a true stand-up guy. His email is
bloodyfkhm@hotmail.co.uk
Please let him know Dave from the R1 Forum referred you, and I'm sure he can help you with CF parts or help create them for you at great pricing compared to any other CF manufacturer out in the world today. Some of my friends and I have more CF being made and can't wait (some unavailable firsts in the world with complex designs/shapes). Pricing is excellent. Furthermore, I don't have any vested interest in his business other than a happy customer who's finally found a reliable single source provider for great carbon fiber now and in the continuing future. Thanks, Dave
Sidenote: Alex has just advised me that he'll offer this piece for 100 British Pounds shipped to the USA (~ $156 shipped from the UK to the US based on exchange rate of 100 BP) for R1 Forum members. Choose your high gloss - matte finish as well as twill or standard weave. Reach out to him and combine bundled pricing for whatever you need.