Powder coating questions

[Craigmri]

Guys,

Starting to plan out my approach for my 2018 Vaquero and I definitely want to powder coat some parts.

Stock Handlebars
Front turn signal bar/light housings
Rear turn signal housings
Gas Cap
KQR components

I think Im gonna run with the Chrome exhaust and Rocker covers for now.


Questions:

1) I assume the turn signals are plastic and cant be powder coated so I assume those will have to be painted?

2) What is the going rate for powder coating?

3) Concerned about clearance issues especially with the KQR stuff after its all been coated. Has anyone done this?

4) On Handlebars do I need to leave the portion thats clamped to riders uncoated?

Any advice anyone whose been down this path has is appreciated. Live in Central Florida. If anyone knows of a reputable coater lemme know.

Sincerely,
Craig

[smokier]

Greetings,


I do not *KNOW*, but here are a couple "guesses".
1: Yes, agreed.
2: No idea.
3: Luggage Rack and backrest? Of just backrest? Never has the luggage rack. There was some clearance on the back rest mounts - should be good.
4: The clamps will still grab the bar even after coating.


Ride safe,

Smokier

[Craigmri]

Originally Posted by smokier

Greetings,


I do not *KNOW*, but here are a couple "guesses".
1: Yes, agreed.
2: No idea.
3: Luggage Rack and backrest? Of just backrest? Never has the luggage rack. There was some clearance on the back rest mounts - should be good.
4: The clamps will still grab the bar even after coating.


Ride safe,

Smokier

Thanks for your reply. Looking forward to making this bike my own.

Craig

[recumbentbob]

For plastic parts that won't powder coat look into hydro dipping. Also known as water transfer printing.

[mbarr10]

Originally Posted by recumbentbob

For plastic parts that won't powder coat look into hydro dipping. Also known as water transfer printing.

I have seen some very nice hydro dipped parts, Check out Shane Petersons= the Hulk on u-tube. He has some really nice carbon fiber Hydro dips.
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCC-...gvZhTkfCQ4o7iA
We both live in Minneapolis and I have see the work in person.

[BrokeAss]

I'm a powder coater and motorcycle builder/mechanic by trade. We have hole plugs and stud covers and tape for masking things that shouldn't be coated. As a bike builder myself, I also know which parts need clearance and where, so I'd talk to your coater ahead of time and discuss these concerns or else plan on spending some quality time with a Dremel afterward.

[Craigmri]

Originally Posted by BrokeAss

I'm a powder coater and motorcycle builder/mechanic by trade. We have hole plugs and stud covers and tape for masking things that shouldn't be coated. As a bike builder myself, I also know which parts need clearance and where, so I'd talk to your coater ahead of time and discuss these concerns or else plan on spending some quality time with a Dremel afterward.

Thanks man. Sure wish you were local!

Craig

[Gt4011]

I must do this brackets 3/8 in to mount foot pegs, shifter and brake powder coated. worked well looked good. Till about a year, the sharp edge came off. I showed them its something you need to know before hand . Now your Aware .....