Just want some guidance on how to do this properly.
Dirt bike frame paint.
I m very new to painting this will be my first project.
For painting your bike.
In this episode i paint and clean the engine and frame.
I also build the front engine mount.
I used 150 grit here but could ve gone even finer.
Only use if the frame isn t made of raw aluminum carbon.
Using this type of spray paint makes painting the frame easy and gives it a professional look if used right.
Use some sandpaper to rough up the surface of the old paint.
What i have done.
The single stage paints are legal in all 50 states.
The point is to give the new paint a good surface to hold on to not to remove all of the old paint.
Painter s tape for covering parts you don t wish to paint.
Perfect for the quick touch up jobs.
When that s done wipe the frame down with a damp cloth to pick up all the dust.
Painting a dirt bike frame.
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.
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.
Powder coating prevents that from happening.
Sand blasted my frame to bare metal painted it with hsp gray.
This has shown to work well with motorcycle frames and proven tough durability.
Dirt bike restore on a budget part 3 painting graphics on the gas tank duration.
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.
The best spray paint to use for a motorcycle frame is engine acrylic aerosol paint.
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.