How Do You Repair And Paint Motorcycle Plastics?
The plastic body parts on a motorcycle are constantly sustaining damage and need to be repaired from time to time. Painting and repairing the plastic parts yourself will save you a lot of money and time compared to having a professional perform the repair. Purchase the correct tools and paint from a local hardware store and ensure you have a clean, ventilated place to the paint the parts. This simple job will take about 24 hours to complete, including the time necessary to dry the paint. Remove the plastic parts from the motorcycle according to the the specific motorcycle. Lay the plastic parts on a clean surface. Sand the plastic part using the 85-grit sandpaper. Remove all of the scratches, scuffs, cuts and any other debris that may be embedded in the plastic. Wet a cloth with gas, and wipe the plastic part down. Remove all of the dust from the surface of the parts. The gas will remove any oils and debris that are on the parts. Sand the plastic part using the 130-grit sandpaper. Sand