When you’re in the motorcycle hobby, it’s easy to get caught up with all of the motorcycle parts and accessories available. You might find yourself wanting to make a motorcycle stand out from others on the street, but not sure where to start. Custom painting is one way that motorcycle enthusiasts can create their own unique motorcycle paint jobs. In this article, we will discuss how to custom paint a motorcycle so that your bike stands out among other motorcycles cruising down the road!
Consider the final finish for your project, what color scheme will you be using? What motorcycle colors are available? How do you want to use the motorcycle in your project, and will the color help achieve that goal?
What motorcycle colors are available?
How do you want to use the motorcycle in your project, and will the color help achieve that goal?
Once you’ve figured out what motorcycle paint is right for your needs, it’s time to start customizing! If this bike is just a hobby or passion of yours, take some inspiration pictures. Look for motorcycle paint jobs that you like and take note of the motorcycle colors, motorcycle designs, and motorcycle logos.
The motorcycle colors you choose will be the basis for what motorcycle designs and motorcycle logos look best on your bike.
A rough thumbnail sketch of your paint scheme will help you plan the painting. It’s also important to consider motorcycle design elements. For example, if your motorcycle is a vintage bike, and you want it to look like it belongs in the ’50s, then you should plan on using motorcycle designs that date back from the time period.
Remember how these steps are all about planning? It’s crucial! Take some time before you start anything to decide what motorcycle designs, motorcycle colors, motorcycle logos you want on your bike.
Choose a paint system that is motorcycle-friendly.
Choose motorcycle paints from a reputable manufacturer, such as Dupont® automotive paint, or any of the top motorcycle painters’ brands (such as Harley Davidson®, Indian Motorcycle®, Mustang Designs™).
When choosing motorcycle colors and motorcycle logos for your bike, make sure that you get everything ready before you start painting. You’ll want to make sure that your motorcycle is clean and free of dust, dirt or other contaminants which could lead to problems with the paint job.
If you have access to a motorcycle lift (or scissor jack) it can help tremendously when painting motorcycle parts such as fenders. It will allow you to get the motorcycle up off of a dirty garage floor and will also allow you to work on motorcycle parts without having to lie down on your back.
When painting motorcycle emblems, it is best not to paint them in place if possible. You’ll want to remove motorcycle emblems from their respective locations (such as gas tanks) before painting them.
There are motorcycle paints available that offer a two-stage paint process, which can provide you with an endless number of custom motorcycle paint jobs to choose from.
Before painting your motorcycle’s fairings, be aware that it is best not to remove the headlight or tail light brackets, as they will need to reattach after painting.
For motorcycle rear fender skirts, consider using paint that is rust-resistant, or you may risk having the motorcycle’s skirt rust through if it isn’t coated in some sort of protective layer.
When painting motorcycle frames, it is important to note there are risks involved when removing the motorcycle frame from its original location and should only be removed by motorcycle professionals.
To keep the motorcycle frame from rusting, you can use a clear coat and then apply three coats of high-quality paint that have been mixed with a metal primer for maximum protection.
As motorcycle prices have increased over the past decade, more motorcycle enthusiasts are turning to custom motorcycle painting as a way of expressing their individuality and love for motorcycles.
Another advantage is that you can save money by choosing to do your own motorcycle painting instead of having someone else paint it for you. It will take time (perhaps months) to get the motorcycle frame in a condition that will allow for painting, but it should still cost less than if you are paying someone else to do the work.
Customizing your bike’s paint job will not only add color and personality to the machine, but it can also be a great way to express yourself. Painting your own bike is an enjoyable process that might take some time and patience, but with these tips, you’re sure to get professional-looking results
Whether you are a novice or expert, there is always more to learn about custom paint jobs. It doesn’t matter if it is your first time painting the bike yourself, or you have been doing this for years; each new project brings with it unique challenges and opportunities that can take any skill level up another notch.
