After a month or so of ownership I have started to tidy my Kat up some. I'm giving the paintwork a going over first so I thought I'd see if anyone was willing to offer a few tips on paint repair or restoration. :smt100 I was hoping you could help me avoid any stupid rookie mistakes! 
1. Where will I find the paint code? I can't see any obvious sign of it, is it part of the VIN number?
2. Once I have the paint code, has anyone got tips for touching up paint chips on the tank? How about deep (dropped by previous owner) scratches/gouges on the fairing?
3. Sticker removal on some sections of the fairing (& 2 more I plan to remove) have left slight colour & wear differences in the paintwork, light to medium surface scratches are also scattered over the bike. A trial run with a cream cut & polish compound has left the test area hazed & cloudy.
Can anyone offer advice on good cut & polish products & techniques?
I'd truly appreciate any advice, links or other help....... unfortunately my ambition outweighs my skill & experience in this field!

1. Where will I find the paint code? I can't see any obvious sign of it, is it part of the VIN number?
2. Once I have the paint code, has anyone got tips for touching up paint chips on the tank? How about deep (dropped by previous owner) scratches/gouges on the fairing?
3. Sticker removal on some sections of the fairing (& 2 more I plan to remove) have left slight colour & wear differences in the paintwork, light to medium surface scratches are also scattered over the bike. A trial run with a cream cut & polish compound has left the test area hazed & cloudy.

I'd truly appreciate any advice, links or other help....... unfortunately my ambition outweighs my skill & experience in this field!

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