eurodat Posted June 8, 2007 Share Posted June 8, 2007 I know i have read it on the forum at some point but i can't find it anymore. Is it possible to paint the rocker covers following a mild scuff to them (bike laid down while stationary) rather than buying new ones? If so, what paint should I use. Mines a twin spark R1150RT by the way. Link to comment
10ovr Posted June 8, 2007 Share Posted June 8, 2007 I just put crash covers over them,Needed them anyway!!!had side bag repainted,It was a bad day,, Link to comment
LuckyLeif Posted June 8, 2007 Share Posted June 8, 2007 I just put crash covers over them,Needed them anyway!!!had side bag repainted,It was a bad day,, Standard procedure for many riders. A better late than never approach. Also, something to remember when shopping for used bikes - and a point for negotiation of price. Link to comment
Jerry Johnston Posted June 8, 2007 Share Posted June 8, 2007 They don't get that hot, I just used Auto paint on mine. I didn't find an exact match so I used Aluminum color with a dull clear coat over it. Link to comment
Gail Posted June 8, 2007 Share Posted June 8, 2007 The covers are very thick. Use a metal file and feather any deep scratches smooth. Finish up with sand paper. Paint with Krylon Dull aluminum spray paint (Krylon 1403). Be carefull not to apply a thick coat of paint as it will start to create a slight texture. Use several light coats of paint. Let the paint dry and cover with a satin or matte clear coat. Krylon Satin Clearcoat 1313 works great. This combination will give you an almost exact match the the BMW Silver engine paint. Very easy to do. These paints dry very fast and hold up very well. Gail Link to comment
eurodat Posted June 8, 2007 Author Share Posted June 8, 2007 The covers are very thick. Use a metal file and feather any deep scratches smooth. Finish up with sand paper. Paint with Krylon Dull aluminum spray paint (Krylon 1403). Be carefull not to apply a thick coat of paint as it will start to create a slight texture. Use several light coats of paint. Let the paint dry and cover with a satin or matte clear coat. Krylon Satin Clearcoat 1313 works great. This combination will give you an almost exact match the the BMW Silver engine paint. Very easy to do. These paints dry very fast and hold up very well. Gail Thanks Gail. Great description. I have searched Google but it doesn't look like I can buy Krylon spray paints here in the UK. I will keep looking Link to comment
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