After discussion with a few people I've decided to keep my battery cover incase I ever have to sell my bike. I've been told it hurts the re-sale value. Sorry DoItInThe Woods!

 

I'm not sure why it would hurt resale value. Well, no more than any other mod on a bike. Personally, I think the battery cover looks better all black even on a crazed chromed out bike.

+1 on Painting it yourself (http://www.autobarn.net/krbbstandhih.html / http://www.autobarn.net/krwrtespfib.html / http://www.autobarn.net/aertrucbedco.html). I think #2 or #3 would work better.

 

I used Rustoleum black wrinkle paint on my battery band.

 

Another vote for paint, I did it and it turned out good.