Scratch Remover

BobsPT · October 13th, 2010, 07:58 PM

Folks.
There's a couple of minor scratches on the tank that keeps bugging me when I look at it from a certain angle. Do those automotive scratch removers (Nu Finish) work? Or is there a special touch up paint for motorcycles?

Snake · October 13th, 2010, 08:04 PM

I would recommend using a polish that says 'wax/cleaner" on the label. They contain mild abrasives that will remove fine scratches. Also be sure the label says "clear coat safe".

bob706 · October 13th, 2010, 08:17 PM

I've tried a couple and they didn't work. Live with them if you can or maybe try polishing or rubbing compound, but be careful as they may remove the clearcoat.

Mike1357 · October 13th, 2010, 08:30 PM

Meguires NXT Tech wax is pretty good for a good shine and hiding a few little scratches. It's by no means a repair but it helps.

demp · October 14th, 2010, 04:34 AM

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Originally Posted by BobsPT

Folks.
There's a couple of minor scratches on the tank that keeps bugging me when I look at it from a certain angle. Do those automotive scratch removers (Nu Finish) work? Or is there a special touch up paint for motorcycles?

NuFinish is a complete waste of money... stay with mothers/ice wax and stuff... I tried it a few months ago - to find it really does leave a nasty "haze" all over your paint. GROSS! very dissapointed in nufinish.

and they don't remove scratches, some will hide small scratches though, or minimize the appearance of them.

CThunder-blue · October 14th, 2010, 07:22 AM

Meguire's scratchx will work as long as it's only clear coat. follow it up with a glaze and top wax and you should be fine.

Apex · October 14th, 2010, 01:20 PM

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Originally Posted by CThunder-blue

Meguire's scratchx will work as long as it's only clear coat. follow it up with a glaze and top wax and you should be fine.

I 2nd this...

Scratch-X is awesome stuff.

tjkamper · October 14th, 2010, 01:28 PM

Yes You can use rubbing compounds as long as the scratch is not through the paint. If it is through the clear coat, it will always be there, but can be less pronounced by buffing, if it is to the metal, then there is no hope unless you repaint.

Apex · October 14th, 2010, 06:03 PM

I've had success on my car by taking a small paint brush, cutting back the brush some to make it smaller, and using touch up paint, applying it very carefully. If you take your time and do it right, it can be hidden very well. I actually "discovered" a few scratches on my car where someone rubbed against it (either a grocery kart or maybe even a car). So I need to work my magic once again.

Do the careful touch up and then buff it after...it can hide very well.

Yoda · October 14th, 2010, 06:22 PM

Yet another vote for Meguiars scratch X and NXT waxes

The big thing with meguiars though is to use one of their foam applicators or microfiber to work it.

Claybarring also does wonders for paint jobs.

BobsPT · October 14th, 2010, 07:40 PM

Thanks for your input,Guys. Will try the Meguiars scratch X & post back with the results.

October 13th, 2010, 07:58 PM	#1
BobsPT ninjette.org guru Name: Bobby Location: Michiana Join Date: Sep 2010 Motorcycle(s): 2001 Kawasaki Ninja 250R Posts: 271	Scratch Remover Folks. There's a couple of minor scratches on the tank that keeps bugging me when I look at it from a certain angle. Do those automotive scratch removers (Nu Finish) work? Or is there a special touch up paint for motorcycles?

October 13th, 2010, 08:30 PM	#4
Mike1357 Cycle Start Name: Michael Location: Kentucky Join Date: Jun 2009 Motorcycle(s): 2009 Ninja 250r - 2010 Ninja ZX-6R Posts: 32	Meguires NXT Tech wax is pretty good for a good shine and hiding a few little scratches. It's by no means a repair but it helps. __________________________________________________ 2009 Ninja 250R Red - Area P Full System 12" Carbon - Ceramic coated cap - K&N R0990 Filter - Dynojet needles 106 jets - BikeMonkey Integrated LED Tail Light - Fender Eliminator - Proton Flushmounts

October 14th, 2010, 01:28 PM	#8
tjkamper ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Travis Location: Warwick, RI Join Date: Apr 2009 Motorcycle(s): 2009 Ninja 250R Posts: A lot.	Yes You can use rubbing compounds as long as the scratch is not through the paint. If it is through the clear coat, it will always be there, but can be less pronounced by buffing, if it is to the metal, then there is no hope unless you repaint. __________________________________________________ Addicted to anything that has an engine and rolls.

October 14th, 2010, 06:03 PM	#9
Apex Livin' the Minimoto Life Name: Mark Location: Riding around in TX Join Date: Mar 2009 Motorcycle(s): 2022 Honda Navi, 2018 Z-125 Pro Posts: A lot.	I've had success on my car by taking a small paint brush, cutting back the brush some to make it smaller, and using touch up paint, applying it very carefully. If you take your time and do it right, it can be hidden very well. I actually "discovered" a few scratches on my car where someone rubbed against it (either a grocery kart or maybe even a car). So I need to work my magic once again. Do the careful touch up and then buff it after...it can hide very well. __________________________________________________ --- My IG Page --- My FB page! --- 2022 Honda Navi && 2018 Z-125 Pro

October 14th, 2010, 06:22 PM	#10
Yoda ninjette.org member Name: Lee Location: Naugatuck, CT Join Date: Mar 2010 Motorcycle(s): 08 Kawasaki Ninja 250R Blue Posts: 150	Yet another vote for Meguiars scratch X and NXT waxes The big thing with meguiars though is to use one of their foam applicators or microfiber to work it. Claybarring also does wonders for paint jobs. __________________________________________________ Mmmm when gone down you have look so good you will not.

October 13th, 2010, 08:04 PM	#2
Snake ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Rick Location: Alexandria, Louisiana Join Date: Jan 2009 Motorcycle(s): 05 Blue Ninja 250 Posts: Too much. MOTY - 2017, MOTM - Jan '19, Oct '16, May '14	I would recommend using a polish that says 'wax/cleaner" on the label. They contain mild abrasives that will remove fine scratches. Also be sure the label says "clear coat safe".

October 13th, 2010, 08:17 PM	#3
bob706 ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Sean Location: Mary Esther, FL Join Date: Jan 2009 Motorcycle(s): 2008 Ninja 250 1998 HD Road King Posts: A lot.	I've tried a couple and they didn't work. Live with them if you can or maybe try polishing or rubbing compound, but be careful as they may remove the clearcoat.

October 14th, 2010, 07:22 AM	#6
CThunder-blue ModMy250.com Name: Tri Location: St, Louis Join Date: Sep 2010 Motorcycle(s): 2009 Ninja 250R, 2005 R6 Posts: A lot.	Meguire's scratchx will work as long as it's only clear coat. follow it up with a glaze and top wax and you should be fine.

October 14th, 2010, 07:40 PM	#11
BobsPT ninjette.org guru Name: Bobby Location: Michiana Join Date: Sep 2010 Motorcycle(s): 2001 Kawasaki Ninja 250R Posts: 271	Thanks for your input,Guys. Will try the Meguiars scratch X & post back with the results.

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