Paint attempt w\pics updated

[cole449]

Here are some pics of my attempt to paint my Kat, I had a friend do some repairs to the left fairing so I thought it would be nice to paint the rest of the bike at the same time. I will hopefully have the bike back together today. and will post more pics when I am finished.

[LordKeryth]

Looks like it's going to be a really nice color. Also looks like you guys did a good job. nice work and good luck with putting it all back together with no scratches.

[fordfurious]

yeah, putting it back together is always a real chore the first time. you dont ever want to put the first blemish

[PR4MR]

Can’t wait too see pics of the finish product. Lucky you can use a booth not a garage like most of us.

[ZukiFred]

Looking forward to the pics of the finished and assembled bike..

[fordfurious]

yeah cant wait to see it all put back together

[POP944]

What kind of paint did you use - DuPont?

[DreKat]

It might sound stupid but after I painted mine and I was about to put it back together I put on rubber gloves that way there wasn't any grimy fingerprints all over the bike because they say you shouldn't wash the bike for a while.

looking good

[WildKat]

That's a cool color, the pics should be great ! Just remember dont tighten down all the bolts on the fairings too much or you'll squish the paint.

[cole449]

What kind of paint did you use - DuPont?

I used Endura paint EX-2C Topcoat http://www.endura.ca/ along with a spray on plastic adhesion promoter, and a high build primer.

I originally thought I would use PPG base/clear but the guy at the local auto parts store suggested I try this. Its a 1 part paint and under half the price It went on real nice, even for a first timer like myself.

I had the bike all together and zipped out for a ride.... and the plugs fouled and I had to limp back home and tear the farings off to change out the plugs, hope to get to the assembled pics tomorrow.

Thanks for the encouargement and support

[cole449]

Here is the progress so far. I am planning on doing the tank this fall as well as a touchup to the plastic as my sanding wasnt as great as it could have been.

I have been waiting since April for a new speed screen I ordered from a dealer in Vancouver. I finally convinced him to give me my money back. Hopefully I will have better luck online.

[Jax]

Very nice job!! Looks good!!

[Court93kat]

Great job man!! Looks good!

[KatMan94]

Exactly what color is that?

[cole449]

Exactly what color is that?

Its called Apple RED, I dont have the colour code with me but i can get it for you if you like.