Those are actually a very good idea! But not cost effective as stated. Although if I can find the right components I may switch them out when I get mine. Thanks TyI have and you are right. I was just hoping that they'd use the ones my bike use. They allow you to remove and replace the two panels on the side of the bike. One conceals a compartment that holds the tool kit. Most interior panels do use the little furry trees as you stated. They are cheap and easy enough to replace which means Elio will probably use that style but, a man can dream...