This has shown to work well with motorcycle frames and proven tough durability.
Dirt bike frame paint.
I also build the front engine mount.
Use some sandpaper to rough up the surface of the old paint.
When that s done wipe the frame down with a damp cloth to pick up all the dust.
Just want some guidance on how to do this properly.
The point is to give the new paint a good surface to hold on to not to remove all of the old paint.
Only use if the frame isn t made of raw aluminum carbon.
The sun and it s uv rays can lighten up the paint essentially sun bleaching it which can leave you with light spots and a discolored frame.
What i have done.
The single stage paints are legal in all 50 states.
The sun as well as all the other elements can have a huge affect on paint jobs even a paint job on a motorcycle frame.
Quality spray paint degreaser or rubbing alcohol lint free towel sandpaper sanding your bike allows the pain to stick better.
This is colorrite s 1 step paint and doesn t require clearcoat.
This is what i have done so far and what i plan to do in the near future.
Painting a dirt bike frame.
The best spray paint to use for a motorcycle frame is engine acrylic aerosol paint.
I used 150 grit here but could ve gone even finer.
Painter s tape for covering parts you don t wish to paint.
Perfect for the quick touch up jobs.
Sand blasted my frame to bare metal painted it with hsp gray.
Colorrite the leader in oem matched motorcycle powersport paint for over 25 years produces a full line of touch up aerosol and professional sizes for your kawasaki motorcycle.
This color was used on many years and models of honda dirt bikes and atv s frames.
Recommended by dealers and enthusiasts alike since 1988 colorrite paint products are the highest quality available anywhere to ensure a spot on match and durable.
For painting your bike.
Powder coating prevents that from happening.
I m very new to painting this will be my first project.