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Old 07-16-2011, 06:53 AM
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Got a buddy who will paint my tins for the cost of paint. He can do pretty much anything. I don't like clutter or graphics of skulls/flames etc.

If I paint it it has to be something subtle but something that will put it over the top. I want black in it to tie in the gloss black parts I have. Any ideas? Open to any suggestions.

Hers the bike:


Thought about something like this but no pinstripe:
 
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Old 07-16-2011, 07:15 AM
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your bike looks great the way it is in my opinion.
 
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Old 07-16-2011, 07:24 AM
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You got a great looking sled right now...my opinion...don't do a thing.
 
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Old 07-16-2011, 07:38 AM
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Thanks, the paint is not a must have for sure. I like the current color, just tossing around ideas.
 
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get a spare set of tins and have them painted so if it turns out bad you swap back , plus your bike won't be down , did the wifes bike last spring same way , turned out great
 
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I don't think you want to paint it..i think you just like posting pictures of your bike jk
 
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If anything do a two tone
 
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Old 07-16-2011, 08:28 AM
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I don't think you want to paint it..i think you just like posting pictures of your bike jk
LOL! I think I'm just bored.
 
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Man warg, I just can't see your bike being painted anything else. I agree with the others, looks good as is.
 
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Old 07-16-2011, 10:26 AM
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The only issue is I want to smooth the rear fender and maybe stretch it a couple inches. Not sure how easy it would be to match the paint? I really don't like the taillight in the fender.
 


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