I hear what you're saying, and this kinda has been nagging in the back of my mind. At the same time the non-descript 'dull grey' panels are not pleasing on the eye either ! And I have a scratch on one of the panels... I was going to add a few graphics and lacquer over them to keep the black & white theme going. People may mistake it for an R1 !cb0802 said:
That's a nice look! -JEP-Langolier said:I wanted a carbon fiber look so I first tried some 3M carbon vinyl. Looked ok but started delaminating by the end of the year. so I went with "Hydro dipping". Turned out great, Do not have mounted on bike yet (curing). About $250.00 .....
http://wihydro.com/index.htm
Is that plastidip on the tank sides too? Looks great. If so, how's it holding up to the knees and the insides of the thighs?cb0802 said:
Very nice! I never heard of such a thing. So that was $250 each or both sides?Langolier said:
I washed the tank with soap and water, taped it off with blue painters tape and plastic, then sprayed it on (several thin coats). When I pulled the painters tape the edges were a little rough, so I used pinstripe stickers from walmart to get a smooth edge and keep them from pealing. If I ever sell the bike I'll heat it up and peal it off. I did the same to my front fender.Langolier said:
No fitment problems at all, Very little if any heat is involved. Adds no more thickness than a coat or two of paint and clear coat. He was very meticulous to the point of matching the angle of the "fiber" on both sides and front to back. Came back with a limited warranty as far as defects and claims it's as durable as a car finish (since he uses same type of clear coat). Time will tell but initially I'm very happy with it. It was about a week to two week turn around.JRE said:
