Thanks a bunch, man. I really don't want to hijack the thread - although it might seem like a good idea for all the clean, RED SVs out there need a day in the sun....
I never have anything hit me in the back, and I ride somewhat regularly through some pretty mucky roads. I remember a thread a while back about converting an SV to a dirtbike, with new suspension and tires - and when I take the "shortcut", I wonder how I do it with street tires...
Anyway, the hotbodies fender eliminator was on there when I bought the bike, and I've absolutely had no problems with it. At most, some dirt will fling up under the tail and on the taillight a little, but it can be washed off.
Remember everyone - blue may be the fastest, and copper the most unique, but nothing says lovin' like a lady in red. I mean MAN in red. Ah crap.