Hey cruiser, I think the mouse pad would be OK. I took the easy way out and used a roofing product. I don't know what it is called but I think it's for the edge of your roof and goes under your shingles. It has it's own glue and you just peel off the wax paper and stick it on just like you would with a decal. To be honest, I would like to go thicker and am thinking "1/2 inch thick mud flap off of the rear of a transport truck. I would try contact cement to hold it on.
I went out for another ride last night and was so amazed at how this mod helps. I guess it's like holding your hand on a bell, it stops the ringing!