Gents,
So my putbull stand arrived yesterday. I unwrapped it; measured the distance inbetween my swingarm chain adjusters, and set the stand as such. I then went to put the bike up on the stand, and it slipped. This caused the stand to go further up the swingarm than it should have (where the swingarm is wider), and the rubber pad scrapped the swingarm; thus rubbing the damn paint off :o
Any thoughts on where I can find touch up paint ? The Aluminum under the paint is nice and shiny...so it is clearly visible.
Damn it.
-Steve
try a sharpie....
Quote from: desmopr on June 06, 2008, 06:55:55 AM
try a sharpie....
Ya - unfortunately the swingarm is grey - not black. But they do make grey sharpies dont they.....hrmm....
No help to add, but you do get my condolences. :'( Bummer dude.
If it makes you feel any better, i kicked down my stand and when getting off the bike it fell over. Handlebar knocked out the left side mesh in the air vent. Easy fix though. A slight scrape on the white paint above it too. Sooooo stupid.
Tip: When putting down your kick stand, make sure it didn't bounce back a little before resting the bike on it. [thumbsup]
Quote from: JWG on June 06, 2008, 08:34:39 AM
A slight scrape on the white paint above it too.
I guess the they didn't solve the Ducati ding with those air vents after all then [roll]
bummer. i'll trade you swing arms on ym 695. paint is still perfect.
I don't know if the 696 swing arm will fit mine, but I'm willing to take the chance to help a brotha out. :)
Quote from: SteveH on June 06, 2008, 06:18:55 AM
Gents,
So my putbull stand arrived yesterday. I unwrapped it; measured the distance inbetween my swingarm chain adjusters, and set the stand as such. I then went to put the bike up on the stand, and it slipped. This caused the stand to go further up the swingarm than it should have (where the swingarm is wider), and the rubber pad scrapped the swingarm; thus rubbing the damn paint off :o
Any thoughts on where I can find touch up paint ? The Aluminum under the paint is nice and shiny...so it is clearly visible.
Damn it.
-Steve
I've had red marks from the pit-bull guides on the 696 swingarm when it's not aligned properly - fortunately these have rubbed off without damaging the paint. I'd hoped the powder coating (which I assumed it was) was more durable than paint.
I'll be extra careful now.
Hope you get it sorted, dude. I'd be miffed, for sure.
Quote from: desmopr on June 06, 2008, 06:55:55 AM
try a sharpie....
I scratched my black HJC helmet and tried using a sharpie, but it looks like crap (almost purplish).. Although it's a gloss finish, and your swingarm is flat black, which might look ok, but I would only do that as a band-aid until you repaint it...
I always worried about dropping my bikes when putting them on stands like that. I prefer to have the little nobs that stick out to hook the stand too.
Maybe try black boot polish?
You'd need to retouch every so often, but it's fairly durable, you can probably achieve matt and shiny looks, and if it doesn't work - no harm done.
Buy a touch-up paint pen that matches.
All,
Thanks for the help and condolences - even the offer of a 695 swing-arm....What won't you guys do for each other here ;D
In any event, Ducati isn't offering any sort of touch up paint, etc. I think I may go over to a bodyshop that has a good paint guy and see if he can mix up something for me. The color is truly weird. Black in some light, absolutely grey in others. I assure you that it isn't matt black though; as Matt Black paint (3 brands) just doesn't match. I was going to try BBQ grill paint next - but think I'll just do it the right way.
It still is an awesome ride though :D
Thanks again,
Steve
dag yo. didn't fall for it.
I wonder if a 696 swing arm will even fit a 695.
Have you considered an actual band aid? but a cool one with like the power rangers or care bears. not those dumb "fleshtone" band aids.
I was going to make a sticker with the puggle pod on it and put it over the scratch.....
ColorRite does not show a 696 yet, but they do have the black, matte black, & red of the 695. As well as most prior years colors. The matte looks like it would work for your swingarm. Available in multiple sizes including a pen. Don't forget the base & top coat for your body work and frame.
http://www.colorrite.com/matrix-colors.cfm?CFID=60420&CFTOKEN=83033131
I'll bet Color-Rite has the proper touch-up paint. They don't list the 696 yet, but perhaps a phone call would get you sorted out.
http://www.colorrite.com
Another thought is that my 620's owner's manual lists the PPG paint codes for every color used on my bike. Have you checked your manual?
so,...... they slapped a quick coat of paint on the swingarm (and I assume the non trellis portion of the frame) after everyone squawked about the look?
anyway, on topic: I busted the taillight lense on my first monster the very first time i took it off the rear stand (right after doing the tail chop)
i let the handle go too soon.............
get some nail polish from your SO of whatever.
Quote from: mstevens on June 07, 2008, 01:33:59 PM
I'll bet Color-Rite has the proper touch-up paint. They don't list the 696 yet, but perhaps a phone call would get you sorted out.
http://www.colorrite.com
Another thought is that my 620's owner's manual lists the PPG paint codes for every color used on my bike. Have you checked your manual?
Yep - they do. They list the paint codes for the tank bits I imagine, as they list the paint codes my color config (eg Red/over coat, White/Overcoat, Matt). Therefore, I believe that the Matt listing is for the Monster Dark color....Anyone with a 696 Dark can verify that the tank matches the swingarm ???
Thanks !
Steve