I've only seen one in person but for the life of me can't remember.. Is it flat black or does it have a semi-gloss look to it?
I'm really contemplating converting my Pearl White into a Dark. I wonder if it would be cheaper to paint it? Two tank panels and the front fender. I don't use the rear cowl. But then again I'd lose the Ducati Monster decals.
Quote from: 1313 on May 19, 2009, 03:21:35 PM
I've only seen one in person but for the life of me can't remember.. Is it flat black or does it have a semi-gloss look to it?
I'm really contemplating converting my Pearl White into a Dark. I wonder if it would be cheaper to paint it? Two tank panels and the front fender. I don't use the rear cowl. But then again I'd lose the Ducati Monster decals.
i can make you the ducati and monster decals no prob.
oh, and it is flat black...
Quote from: mrplease on May 19, 2009, 03:27:08 PM
i can make you the ducati and monster decals no prob.
oh, and it is flat black...
Sending you a PM.
Somebody is going to want to trade you.
Don't pull the trigger until you ask the board at least.
~T
Quote from: mrplease on May 19, 2009, 03:27:08 PM
oh, and it is flat black...
Nah, This is flat black.
http://i201.photobucket.com/albums/aa91/chiflado/Conrad_complete_0011.jpg (http://i201.photobucket.com/albums/aa91/chiflado/Conrad_complete_0011.jpg)
yeah i guess it is more of a satin black...
At first I really wanted to swap my dark to white plastics. But black is sorta growing on me. :)
It's this black, whatever you wanna call it...
(http://i84.photobucket.com/albums/k29/slntdth42/Ducati%20Monster%20696/duc_in_wild-1.jpg)
I bought my pearl white before the darks were available. I want to turn my 696 into a pseudo cafe racer. At least the look. Black is a better color for that IMO.
Had to fix crash damage on one already, it`s satin black [thumbsup]
FYI, per the parts manual, it's PPG code is 291.501, "Nero Opaco". It's not a true flat.
I'm really thinking about flat/matte black now. My only concern is keeping it clean since it doesn't have a clearcoat. My helmet is a PITA to clean because of the texture.
Quote from: 1313 on May 20, 2009, 01:08:52 PM
I'm really thinking about flat/matte black now. My only concern is keeping it clean since it doesn't have a clearcoat. My helmet is a PITA to clean because of the texture.
Mine is flat black with a flat clear. Calling DP
Quote from: kopfjager on May 20, 2009, 01:52:27 PM
Mine is flat black with a flat clear. Calling DP
Interesting.. Shows you how much I know about paint. I didn't know there was such thing as a flat clear.
Quote from: 1313 on May 20, 2009, 01:08:52 PM
I'm really thinking about flat/matte black now. My only concern is keeping it clean since it doesn't have a clearcoat. My helmet is a PITA to clean because of the texture.
Actually, that's what I love abt the dark. Cleaning is done w/ a moist towel. Or maybe if it's really dirty, with some mild detergent (I have powersport cleaner spray). That's it. It's so easy. No wax, no swirl marks to worry abt. I love the ease of cleaning on the dark. Well, I only have it for a little over a month, so maybe there's something else I haven't run into yet. :P
I sent ducpainter a PM to see what he says.. [popcorn]
the dirtier the better w/ dark!
Quote from: brix821 on May 20, 2009, 08:54:01 PM
the dirtier the better w/ dark!
Actually.. it's pretty hard to tell when it's dirty. [laugh]
gotta agree. I clean my bodywork with windex & a paper towel. I can only tell it's dirty from close up. Mostly, you notice that the finish is not quite as satiny(sp?) as usual.