Guys paint job is finally done on my 800 and yes I'll post pics as soon as I get everything back from paint. Question is... I need some help figuring out what I want to do in way of either pinstripe, design, etc for the fenders and gas tank.. I was thinking using the sticker that was on the front fender as a guide doing that in gold leaf and that's it... Most of you will say you should have done this before clear coating the paint but I'm here now and need suggestions. Nothing too complicated please but give me an idea. Thanks guys
Well, for a few extra bucks, wet sand the clear coat to get it ready for another coat, then do the gold leaf, then shoot a couple more coats of clear. then it's protected.... :)
This is not gold but it works well for fender details. http://www.autobarn.net/custom-chrome-trim-exterior-molding.html
I did that with black around my fenders, gas tank, and it does come out looking really nice if you take your time and put it on right, I found a small rubber mallet to tap it nice and tight to the edge and it holds really well.
Thanks for all the responses guys. After getting the bike back I think I'm going to go with silver leaf and engine turn. Now I just need to figure out the design/ form.
WOW that is some different colour bike, and it is very nice. Really nice curb appeal.
Quote from: CDNRatMan on October 28, 2015, 09:03:05 AM
WOW that is some different colour bike, and it is very nice. Really nice curb appeal.
thanks the pic doesn't do it justice as it has some nice color pearl in it
That is one sweet paint job!
With the tan seat, I'd be tempted to go with some tasteful gold pinstripes and not much else. Let that pearl white dominate, because it looks so delicious!
Cool paint job!
And I also really like the design of those spotlights: very smooth! 8)
Where did you get them?
Quote from: mittico68 on October 30, 2015, 03:20:08 AM
Cool paint job!
And I also really like the design of those spotlights: very smooth! 8)
Where did you get them?
eBay. Its awesome.led with color led trim around it. I have since changed my headlight to led as well to match the color of the spots
I hate to say this, because I like the way it looks, too...BUT local law enforcement might not be too thrilled with all the illegal colored lights...and that usually leads to tickets, fines, and just general ill will. Maybe I'm more attuned to the legal aspects since I was a Rider Ed. instructor for 32 years, and I do a lot of interstate traveling. The last thing you need is to be stopped 1000 miles from home for something that is not DOT legal for street use.
Quote from: Troll on November 01, 2015, 07:51:59 AM
I hate to say this, because I like the way it looks, too...BUT local law enforcement might not be too thrilled with all the illegal colored lights...and that usually leads to tickets, fines, and just general ill will. Maybe I'm more attuned to the legal aspects since I was a Rider Ed. instructor for 32 years, and I do a lot of interstate traveling. The last thing you need is to be stopped 1000 miles from home for something that is not DOT legal for street use.
I actually inquired about that and was told as long as the lights are not emergency vehicle siren colors red, blue, orange I should be OK.
Quote from: dkeshish on November 02, 2015, 08:58:45 AM
I actually inquired about that and was told as long as the lights are not emergency vehicle siren colors red, blue, orange I should be OK.
At least locally, if they didn't lie to you...you know the old saying, check local laws before ordering. The next state over might not be so accommodating.
That paint is beautiful, the seat is very nice also...is it a stock seat recovered or from Corbin?
Quote from: Sand Storm on November 02, 2015, 21:26:55 PM
That paint is beautiful, the seat is very nice also...is it a stock seat recovered or from Corbin?
thank you. Its actually a Corbin seat. I trimmed the foam a little on the sides and back and had it reupholstered
Quote from: dkeshish on October 28, 2015, 03:33:14 AM
Thanks for all the responses guys. After getting the bike back I think I'm going to go with silver leaf and engine turn. Now I just need to figure out the design/ form.
Beautiful machine.
Can we get a view of the right side of your bike? That exhaust pipe looks pretty short. Is it loud?
Also, I really dig your light tree / front lights. And those particular bullet style turn signals. Care to provide details???
Quote from: Zoar on January 28, 2016, 08:04:53 AM
Beautiful machine.
Can we get a view of the right side of your bike? That exhaust pipe looks pretty short. Is it loud?
Also, I really dig your light tree / front lights. And those particular bullet style turn signals. Care to provide details???
Hi sorry for the delay I changed my phone and didn't remember my password or the email I used to recover it. I'll take a pic of the right side tomorrow for you. Pipes are baffled so loud but not too loud. I don't have the money or else I'd buy some hard krome straights as the are very nice(have 2 year old twin boys). As for the spot lights I think I bought them for like $35 but can't recall. On eBay. I have an extra set if you want it I'll sell it to you for what I bought it for. The small bullet turn signals I bought off eBay as well. New was less than $40.
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Quote from: Zoar on January 28, 2016, 08:04:53 AM
Beautiful machine.
Can we get a view of the right side of your bike? That exhaust pipe looks pretty short. Is it loud?
Also, I really dig your light tree / front lights. And those particular bullet style turn signals. Care to provide details???
You got a smokin ride. Bring the water.....Nice
Quote from: Trall on February 06, 2016, 19:17:14 PM
You got a smokin ride. Bring the water.....Nice
thank you
Quote from: dkeshish on February 02, 2016, 02:40:44 AM
Hi sorry for the delay I changed my phone and didn't remember my password or the email I used to recover it. I'll take a pic of the right side tomorrow for you. Pipes are baffled so loud but not too loud. I don't have the money or else I'd buy some hard krome straights as the are very nice(have 2 year old twin boys). As for the spot lights I think I bought them for like $35 but can't recall. On eBay. I have an extra set if you want it I'll sell it to you for what I bought it for. The small bullet turn signals I bought off eBay as well. New was less than $40.
Yea, I am interested. Can you private message me pics and a price?
Awesome paint. I love white on Drifters. Mine is white but has also a wild flame theme. I bought it that way and love it but the clean look of the pearl white is perfect on your bike. Well done!
Very interesting looking paint job.
Quote from: DC on September 08, 2016, 20:56:26 PM
WOW! That color really pops! 8)
Thanks guys in the process of posting it to sell :-(
Quote from: dkeshish on September 09, 2016, 03:03:14 AM
Thanks guys in the process of posting it to sell :-(
Naaah, too bad...
I hope you'll be soon able to ride a new one!
Quote from: dkeshish on September 09, 2016, 03:03:14 AM
Thanks guys in the process of posting it to sell :-(
that is too bad...great lookin ride.
if it were me i would leave it just the way it is...let the new owner do any custom touches to the paint.