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Title: 696 Dark plastics Post by: 1313 on May 19, 2009, 02:21:35 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. Title: Re: 696 Dark plastics Post by: mrplease on May 19, 2009, 02:27:08 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... Title: Re: 696 Dark plastics Post by: 1313 on May 19, 2009, 02:28:36 PM i can make you the ducati and monster decals no prob. oh, and it is flat black... Sending you a PM. Title: Re: 696 Dark plastics Post by: Takster on May 19, 2009, 02:45:50 PM Somebody is going to want to trade you.
Don't pull the trigger until you ask the board at least. ~T Title: Re: 696 Dark plastics Post by: kopfjäger on May 19, 2009, 03:38:40 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) Title: Re: 696 Dark plastics Post by: mrplease on May 19, 2009, 04:15:52 PM yeah i guess it is more of a satin black...
Title: Re: 696 Dark plastics Post by: peanut_man on May 19, 2009, 08:04:00 PM 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) Title: Re: 696 Dark plastics Post by: 1313 on May 19, 2009, 10:09:50 PM 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.
Title: Re: 696 Dark plastics Post by: Big Troubled Bear on May 20, 2009, 01:30:59 AM Had to fix crash damage on one already, it`s satin black [thumbsup]
Title: Re: 696 Dark plastics Post by: z0mb1e_DUC on May 20, 2009, 03:51:01 AM FYI, per the parts manual, it's PPG code is 291.501, "Nero Opaco". It's not a true flat.
Title: Re: 696 Dark plastics Post by: 1313 on May 20, 2009, 12:08:52 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.
Title: Re: 696 Dark plastics Post by: kopfjäger on May 20, 2009, 12:52:27 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 Title: Re: 696 Dark plastics Post by: 1313 on May 20, 2009, 01:14:03 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. Title: Re: 696 Dark plastics Post by: peanut_man on May 20, 2009, 03:41:44 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 Title: Re: 696 Dark plastics Post by: 1313 on May 20, 2009, 06:02:16 PM I sent ducpainter a PM to see what he says.. [popcorn]
Title: Re: 696 Dark plastics Post by: brix821 on May 20, 2009, 07:54:01 PM the dirtier the better w/ dark!
Title: Re: 696 Dark plastics Post by: peanut_man on May 20, 2009, 07:59:34 PM the dirtier the better w/ dark! Actually.. it's pretty hard to tell when it's dirty. [laugh] Title: Re: 696 Dark plastics Post by: z0mb1e_DUC on May 21, 2009, 10:01:30 AM 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.
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