Help Me Fix This Fairing

miss_syn · March 12th, 2012, 06:19 AM

I know about the ABS plumbers cement to fix the crack but I'm actually more concerned about the paint.

Alex · March 12th, 2012, 07:49 AM

/moved to new-gen tech

Once the crack is repaired, a little touchup paint can help make the damage less noticeable. This thread has info on paint codes when ordering any paint.

massacremasses · March 12th, 2012, 09:44 AM

do you want to do it right?

miss_syn · March 12th, 2012, 01:41 PM

Yes and no. If it's at the point I have to repaint the whole fairing I might buy a new one. I don't have the tools or space to do the whole thing.

I would be ok with an ok touch up .

miss_syn · March 12th, 2012, 01:46 PM

also I should have been more specific. I don't know if I need base coat or clear coat.or any prep work for such a small area.

massacremasses · March 12th, 2012, 02:02 PM

You wouldnt have to do the WHOLE thing but it would be some work.

I would fiberglass the back, sand down the front and put some spot putty or bondo and then sand it smooth again and throw some pain on it... Hardest thing would be blending it.

MikeBudd · March 13th, 2012, 11:37 PM

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Originally Posted by massacremasses

You wouldnt have to do the WHOLE thing but it would be some work.

I would fiberglass the back, sand down the front and put some spot putty or bondo and then sand it smooth again and throw some pain on it... Hardest thing would be blending it.

Definitely do this.

If the crack is not completely filled by the fibre glass you will need to fill it with some sort of crack repair from the front.

Then follow the rest.

TBH There is no real way buying an OEM fairing would be more cost effective than painting the entire fairing. It takes a couple days with a small amount of work and can be done in any ventilated place with the correct tools. An OEM fairing costs in the hundreds (unless you are willing to spend that...)

massacremasses · March 14th, 2012, 08:21 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by MikeBudd

Definitely do this.

If the crack is not completely filled by the fibre glass you will need to fill it with some sort of crack repair from the front.

Then follow the rest.

TBH There is no real way buying an OEM fairing would be more cost effective than painting the entire fairing. It takes a couple days with a small amount of work and can be done in any ventilated place with the correct tools. An OEM fairing costs in the hundreds (unless you are willing to spend that...)

I think I spent a little over $150 and painted my entire bike....

MikeBudd · March 14th, 2012, 07:32 PM

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Originally Posted by massacremasses

I think I spent a little over $150 and painted my entire bike....

Like I said. Not cost effective to buy a fairing when you can simply reinforce then paint it .

Dano · March 14th, 2012, 07:47 PM

www.colorrite.com spray aersol is $34 but perfect match. pull farring fix back, lightly sand w very fine paper on front,a little bondo the spray. i think u need the clear coat too. wait a week or so then buff.

or just fix the crack and get a big decal to put over it( custom grafics)

massacremasses · March 14th, 2012, 07:57 PM

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Originally Posted by MikeBudd

Like I said. Not cost effective to buy a fairing when you can simply reinforce then paint it .

yep, thats what im saying....

MikeBudd · March 15th, 2012, 12:52 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by massacremasses

yep, thats what im saying....

You confused me with the quote and the "..."

For some reason it seemed like you were disagreeing with me but saying the same thing

Bleh. Too tired for this :P

massacremasses · March 15th, 2012, 07:51 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by MikeBudd

You confused me with the quote and the "..."

For some reason it seemed like you were disagreeing with me but saying the same thing

Bleh. Too tired for this :P

haha I was agreeing!

$150 to paint the entire bike is far less than what even one fairing would cost.

MikeBudd · March 16th, 2012, 10:34 AM

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Originally Posted by massacremasses

haha I was agreeing!

$150 to paint the entire bike is far less than what even one fairing would cost.

That is definitely true!

What paint did you use to paint the bike? I'm actually thinking about painting my brothers entire bike a different colour.

massacremasses · March 16th, 2012, 01:06 PM

some random single stage. Kirker Ultra-Glow

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miss_syn my hair matches my bike Name: Tiffany Location: Greater Pittsburgh Metropolitan Area Join Date: Apr 2011 Motorcycle(s): 2010 Red 250r Posts: 411	Yes and no. If it's at the point I have to repaint the whole fairing I might buy a new one. I don't have the tools or space to do the whole thing. I would be ok with an ok touch up .

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miss_syn my hair matches my bike Name: Tiffany Location: Greater Pittsburgh Metropolitan Area Join Date: Apr 2011 Motorcycle(s): 2010 Red 250r Posts: 411	also I should have been more specific. I don't know if I need base coat or clear coat.or any prep work for such a small area.

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Dano ninjette.org sage Name: Dan Location: Perryopolis, PA Join Date: Mar 2010 Motorcycle(s): 09' Blue Ninja 250R and 07' Honda 919 Posts: 605	www.colorrite.com spray aersol is $34 but perfect match. pull farring fix back, lightly sand w very fine paper on front,a little bondo the spray. i think u need the clear coat too. wait a week or so then buff. or just fix the crack and get a big decal to put over it( custom grafics)