bcoulter19
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I have a Shoei Full Face helmet and was wondering if it is possivle to get it painted and if so where would I look? any help would be apprecited, thanks,
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Helmet Paint?
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Bob Denman
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Good question... :shocked:
You should also watch out for what kind of paint is used... some of them can weaken the structure of the helmet if the chemicals don't get along... :yikes:
But any artist worth their salt should be aware of that, and take the proper steps! :thumbup:
You should also watch out for what kind of paint is used... some of them can weaken the structure of the helmet if the chemicals don't get along... :yikes:
But any artist worth their salt should be aware of that, and take the proper steps! :thumbup:
Bob Denman
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Do they play hockey in Alabama? :dontknow: :roflblack: :joke:
Actually; I'd bet that a lot of motorcycle shops might know of the best places to get some paint laid on a helmet. :thumbup:
Actually; I'd bet that a lot of motorcycle shops might know of the best places to get some paint laid on a helmet. :thumbup:
bcoulter19
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Actually we have a minor league hockey team in Huntsville. :yikes:
Bob Denman
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pps:
bluestratos
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My Scorpion is painted from the factory. Any auto body shop can paint it but be sure it is a tough finish, my factory paint finish is way too soft and easily scratched.
Bob Ledford
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Helmet painting
I have a few. In 50 years of riding!
first ? Is do you want to paint it to match your ride? If yes take it to the paint and body guy that your dealer recommends. He will have the required spray guns needed and know what colors to use to get a very close match.
second ? Is do you just want to paint it some generic color? If yes I would recommend Krylon Fusion brand and go the extra foot and buy the slide on spray handle it is worth every penny.
get some wet or dry. Sandpaper from an automotive paint supplier and a roll of GOOD MASKING TAPE if you don't want paint creeping under the edges.
Now to start the job. Take off as much stuff as you can. Then use your tape and tape what you don't want paint to get. On. I always taped the rubber edge trim with just tape the followed up with paper and tape to protect the inner parts from overspray!
the tape job is one of the harder parts. Now sand the surface with some 400 to 600 grit wet sandpaper. Wet? Yes, WET with water. That will take out the scratches and provide a good smooth finish. Clean and allow to dry. Now for the fun part. I use an inverted bucket or a broom handle in a vice to hold the helmet and keep your greasy hands off the nicely sanded surfaces. Shake the spray cans thoroughly attach the handle and lightly spray a very thin coati of paint on and let it almost dry before doing it again and again until you get the finish you want. Then let it dry good removing the tape and paper then remove the last of the tape being careful not to get fingers or tape on the fresh paint finish for a full day,
now for the most important part of the whole job. Standing in your driveway take the helmet and drop it on the concrete. Now that it has its first ding or scratch in place you can relax and wear it proudly without worry.
Have fun if it sounds like work it is but it is fun and you can mix and come up with all sorts of different designs, patterns and be proud as you did it.
I have a few. In 50 years of riding!
first ? Is do you want to paint it to match your ride? If yes take it to the paint and body guy that your dealer recommends. He will have the required spray guns needed and know what colors to use to get a very close match.
second ? Is do you just want to paint it some generic color? If yes I would recommend Krylon Fusion brand and go the extra foot and buy the slide on spray handle it is worth every penny.
get some wet or dry. Sandpaper from an automotive paint supplier and a roll of GOOD MASKING TAPE if you don't want paint creeping under the edges.
Now to start the job. Take off as much stuff as you can. Then use your tape and tape what you don't want paint to get. On. I always taped the rubber edge trim with just tape the followed up with paper and tape to protect the inner parts from overspray!
the tape job is one of the harder parts. Now sand the surface with some 400 to 600 grit wet sandpaper. Wet? Yes, WET with water. That will take out the scratches and provide a good smooth finish. Clean and allow to dry. Now for the fun part. I use an inverted bucket or a broom handle in a vice to hold the helmet and keep your greasy hands off the nicely sanded surfaces. Shake the spray cans thoroughly attach the handle and lightly spray a very thin coati of paint on and let it almost dry before doing it again and again until you get the finish you want. Then let it dry good removing the tape and paper then remove the last of the tape being careful not to get fingers or tape on the fresh paint finish for a full day,
now for the most important part of the whole job. Standing in your driveway take the helmet and drop it on the concrete. Now that it has its first ding or scratch in place you can relax and wear it proudly without worry.
Have fun if it sounds like work it is but it is fun and you can mix and come up with all sorts of different designs, patterns and be proud as you did it.
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