The painting begins!

[Jrod]

Right, I got some old fairings off Yams and a few bits off ebay, I'm only short of a front for a full set.
I started this with the intention of having stunt fairings but If it looks good I might keep them and not destroy them. (On purpose anyways! )

I Have been following popadops' guide from here: https://www.bikechatforums.com/viewtopic.php?t=34061&highlight=spraying

I Have done the primer and basically decided black with mirrored silver decals to match frame / wheels will be cool.

https://www.bikechatforums.com/files/photo0659.jpg

I then rigged this frame up to hold fairing whilst I spray it, It's just an old clothes rack.
https://www.bikechatforums.com/files/photo0660.jpg

Now sprayed the fairing. Finish is really good (for what I was expecting) but I also intend to clear coat it. Can't do that for a couple of days though. I will post more pictures as I make more progress.
https://www.bikechatforums.com/files/photo0662.jpg

[Sparks!]

Now all you need is a bike that works and a decent quality camera

p.s. don't forget to put your stickers on before clear coat..
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[Frost]

https://search.ebay.co.uk/_W0QQfgtpZ1QQfrppZ25QQsassZbikedecalsuk

That guy does mirror decals, just ask him for mirror finish when you buy them.
They look pretty good with a block finish (see VFR pic) though mine could do with clear coating

[Jrod]

Yer, gotta order them. I found a website but You have to choose how big you want the stickers. I just want standard "400" stickers for the rear.

[Jrod]

Got my tank Yesterday.

https://www.bikechatforums.com/files/dent.jpg
It came with a nice ball dent.

Well as I'm on a budget with these fairings there was no way I was even going to consider getting it repaired professionally.
Filler here we come.....
https://www.bikechatforums.com/files/photo0663.jpg

I put quite a bit to much on but after 2 hours rubbing I finally got it smooth again.

https://www.bikechatforums.com/files/photo0664.jpg

[BlueNinja]

Fantastic stuff!! looks like im not the only ZXR project person here at the mo

Looks like someone got there nuts into that tank did a nice job of it. Though I would have used Epoxy resins to make it stronger. (you can buy the kits cheap) just make sure you give it a few decent strong coats of paint.. that will make it a bit stronger finish that with a good Motrax tank protector and it should be plenty strong.
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Big Kawasaki ZXR 400 project here:
https://www.theundertaking.com/index.php?showtopic=483

[Jrod]

Basically I just want 2 sets of fairings. I used P38 as that was what I was recommended. I've still got to remove the damn zxr stickers off the side.

[Ric]

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looking good, finished product should look sweet !!!!

p.s. - more piccys plz

[Gracie Jones]

Guys, nice work.

Quick Q. When rubbing down before putting the primer on, should you go right down to the plastic / metal?

I've got an old spare fairing I am intending to practice paintin on.

The black finish on the back fairing looks great, esp for a DIY job.

[Jrod]

I didn't no, I was told to just roughen up the old paint. I think this is so the paint will stick to it but I primed it anyway. That panel hasn't been clear coated yet. I'm going to clear coat them with normal stuff and use the petrol proof stuff on the tank.

[Jrod]

Does anyone have any experience with petrol proof clear coat? I heard the finish isn't as good or something?

[HurtMePlease]

its looking good mate
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[ZRX61]

I see a potential problem....
From the look of the pic where you have put the filler in that ball dent it appears from the feather edging that you put the filler over paint...if so, it will fall out.
Filler needs a 36-40 grit *key* to stick (bare metal...always) & never more than 3/16-1/4in thick.. how deep was that dent?

[Dr Nick]

[Jrod]

I guess the dent was about 1/2 inch deep. I rubbed the paint down so it was roughed up, thought that was enough. Tank protector should hold it in.

[Jrod]

Laquered it. I'm VERY pleased with it.
https://www.bikechatforums.com/files/photo0667.jpg

[BlueNinja]

Nice job!!

Though.. I would have suggested you put the stickers on, then laqt it as this would have held them in place?

Im sure it will be fine anyway
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Big Kawasaki ZXR 400 project here:
https://www.theundertaking.com/index.php?showtopic=483

[Jrod]

I'm debating whether to do stickers or not still, If i do I will do another layer.

[Ric]

do stickers


altho its not a very adventurous paint job

[Flip]

https://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&category=25632&item=7967375536&rd=1

£10 for standard stickers. Laughing.

How much did that tank cost you?

[Jrod]

I don't like those stickers, I've found a website one that does the "400" stickers like on mine (they are a pretty font ) but they need you to specify the size , I don't know what It is until I can measure mine (sticker!)

The tank cost £10

https://www.decaldesign.co.uk/(3q1dm5upbt3iie45bvqash55)/images/kawasaki/400.gif

[Flip]

Well I've got a spare tank I could sell if the repair doesn't hold.

[Jrod]

Does it have the tap?

[Flip]

Yep.