Painting a Bike

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waylander
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Painting a Bike

#1 Unread post by waylander »

Once I have completed my motorcycle course I will be seriously looking for my first bike. I am hoping to get something that will last me a few years and I know I can't afford new right now. From what I have seen of used bikes, most are in decent shape but some need a little cosmetic work. A bit of elbow grease will go a long way but what if it really needs a new coat of paint?

I have in the past painted a friends Honda civic with 14 different colours of spray paint but I don't want my friends anywhere near my new ride with a spray bomb. ':laughing:'

Question is, How much am I looking at to get a used bike painted? Don't need 12 coats of hand rubbed colour, just a good paint job.

Any ideas?
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Depends on where you go. :roll: You can spend anywhere between 500.00 and 5,000.00. You would have to call around to get estimates.
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#3 Unread post by NorthernPete »

Spray Paint works. Just take your time, and use automotive grade.

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I did that with a spray bomb, if you mask better and take a bit more time, should look fine.
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