✅ Tank — Prime wrap candidate ✅ Fairings — Full coverage possible ✅ Fenders — Front and rear ✅ Side covers — Easy wrap targets ✅ Tail section — Completes the look ✅ Frame (painted) — Challenging but possible ⚠️ Extreme curves — Requires experience ⚠️ Sharp edges — Extra care needed ⚠️ Small parts — Time-consuming ⚠️ Complex shapes — May require seams ❌ Hot exhaust pipes — Vinyl will melt/burn ❌ Engine cases — Too much heat ❌ Textured plastics — Won't adhere properly ❌ Rubber/silicone — No adhesion Everything gets covered: Includes: Tank (all surfaces) All fairings Front and rear fenders Side covers and trim Tail section Cost: $2,500-$4,500 Best for: Complete color change, maximum impact Strategic coverage: Common packages: Tank + fairing accents Tank + racing stripes Accent panels only Color accents on base color Cost: $1,000-$2,500 Best for: Budget-friendly custom look, accent changes Minimal coverage for maximum effect: Options: Tank stripes Fairing edges Wheel stripes Frame highlights Cost: $200-$800 Best for: Quick customization, subtle changes | Coverage | Sport Bike | Cruiser | ADV | |----------|------------|---------|-----| | Full wrap | $2,500-$4,000 | $2,000-$3,500 | $2,500-$4,000 | | Partial wrap | $1,000-$2,000 | $800-$1,500 | $1,200-$2,200 | | Accents only | $200-$600 | $200-$500 | $300-$700 | Size and complexity: More panels = higher cost Complex curves add time Full fairings vs. naked bikes Vinyl type: Standard colors: Base price Specialty (color-shift, chrome): +20-50% Premium brands (3M, Avery): +10-20% Condition: Prep work for damaged paint Removal of previous wrap Surface correction before wrap For best results, we remove: Tank (when possible) Fairings and bodywork Trim pieces Mirrors and accessories Why disassembly matters: Clean edges, no visible seams, better coverage Before wrapping: Thorough wash and degreasing Clay bar treatment Panel wipe with isopropyl alcohol Repair any paint issues (optional) The wrapping process: Cut and position vinyl Heat for stretching around curves Squeegee out air and wrinkles Post-heat for memory Tuck and trim edges Everything goes back together: Test fit all panels Check for lifting or bubbles Ensure all edges sealed Final detail and cleanup Typical project duration: Accents: Same day Partial wrap: 1-2 days Full wrap: 2-4 days Recommended: Hand wash only pH-neutral soap Soft mitt or sponge Rinse thoroughly Pat dry (don't rub) Avoid: Pressure washers at edges Automated washes Abrasive brushes Harsh chemicals To maximize wrap life: 1. Store indoors when possible 2. Use UV protectant products 3. Address damage quickly 4. Avoid excessive heat exposure 5. Keep clean (contaminants degrade vinyl) | Storage/Use | Lifespan | |-------------|----------| | Garage kept, occasional ride | 5-7 years | | Garage kept, regular use | 4-5 years | | Outdoor stored, regular use | 2-4 years | | Heavy use, exposure | 2-3 years | | Factor | Vinyl Wrap | Paint | Plasti-Dip | |--------|------------|-------|------------| | Durability | 3-7 years | Permanent | 1-3 years | | Finish quality | Excellent | Best | Good | | Reversible | Yes | No | Yes | | Cost | $$ | $$$ | $ | | Protection | Good | Limited | Moderate | | Resale impact | Positive | Variable | Neutral | Factory replica: MotoGP team liveries Murdered out: Matte black everything Color accent: Base color + contrasting stripes Chameleon: Color-shift panels Classic: Two-tone vintage schemes Stealth: Satin black with matte accents Custom: Tank murals, pinstriping Metallic: High-gloss pearl effects Rally: Racing graphics and numbers Tactical: Camo patterns Brand: Factory expedition look Utility: Matte/satin earth tones

Motorcycle Wraps: Custom Colors and Design Guide

Q: Why Wrap a Motorcycle?

Paint considerations: $3,000-$8,000+ for quality repaint Affects resale (non-original color) Permanent decision Weeks in the shop Wrap advantages: $1,500-$4,000 for full coverage Protects original paint underneath Reversible before sale Days, not weeks While you enjoy the new look, wraps also: Shield paint from rock chips Protect from UV fading Guard against minor scratches Create sacrificial layer Your bike, your style: Colors unavailable from factory Custom graphics and designs Racing liveries and stripes Matte, satin, or gloss finishes Color-shifting and specialty effects | Finish | Description | Popular Choices | |--------|-------------|-----------------| | Gloss | Wet-look, paint-like finish | Black, white, racing red, blue | | Matte | Flat, non-reflective | Black, gray, military green | | Satin | Between gloss and matte | Charcoal, silver, bronze | | Metallic | Sparkle/flake in color | Silver, gold, blue, red | | Type | Effect | Best For | |------|--------|----------| | Color-shift | Changes color with angle | Show bikes, attention-getters | | Chrome | Mirror finish | Accents, not full coverage | | Brushed metal | Aluminum/steel look | Modern, industrial style | | Carbon fiber | Textured CF pattern | Sport bikes, racing look | | Camouflage | Military patterns | ADV bikes, unique style | Design options: Racing stripes and graphics Team/sponsor liveries Personal designs Replica racing schemes Geometric patterns

Transform your motorcycle with custom vinyl wraps. Color options, design gallery, cost guide, and what to expect from motorcycle wrap installation.

Paint is permanent. Wraps are not.

That's the beauty of vinyl wrapping your motorcycle. Get a custom color, protect your original paint, and reverse it when you sell—or when you want something completely different.

Why Wrap a Motorcycle?

Color Change Without Commitment

Paint considerations:

$3,000-$8,000+ for quality repaint
Affects resale (non-original color)
Permanent decision
Weeks in the shop

Wrap advantages:

$1,500-$4,000 for full coverage
Protects original paint underneath
Reversible before sale
Days, not weeks

Protection Benefits

While you enjoy the new look, wraps also:

Shield paint from rock chips
Protect from UV fading
Guard against minor scratches
Create sacrificial layer

Unique Expression

Your bike, your style:

Colors unavailable from factory
Custom graphics and designs
Racing liveries and stripes
Matte, satin, or gloss finishes
Color-shifting and specialty effects

Wrap Color Options

Solid Colors

Finish	Description	Popular Choices
Gloss	Wet-look, paint-like finish	Black, white, racing red, blue
Matte	Flat, non-reflective	Black, gray, military green
Satin	Between gloss and matte	Charcoal, silver, bronze
Metallic	Sparkle/flake in color	Silver, gold, blue, red

Specialty Finishes

Type	Effect	Best For
Color-shift	Changes color with angle	Show bikes, attention-getters
Chrome	Mirror finish	Accents, not full coverage
Brushed metal	Aluminum/steel look	Modern, industrial style
Carbon fiber	Textured CF pattern	Sport bikes, racing look
Camouflage	Military patterns	ADV bikes, unique style

Custom Graphics

Design options:

Racing stripes and graphics
Team/sponsor liveries
Personal designs
Replica racing schemes
Geometric patterns

What Can Be Wrapped?

Ideal Surfaces

✅ Tank — Prime wrap candidate ✅ Fairings — Full coverage possible ✅ Fenders — Front and rear ✅ Side covers — Easy wrap targets ✅ Tail section — Completes the look ✅ Frame (painted) — Challenging but possible

Challenging Areas

⚠️ Extreme curves — Requires experience ⚠️ Sharp edges — Extra care needed ⚠️ Small parts — Time-consuming ⚠️ Complex shapes — May require seams

Not Recommended

❌ Hot exhaust pipes — Vinyl will melt/burn ❌ Engine cases — Too much heat ❌ Textured plastics — Won't adhere properly ❌ Rubber/silicone — No adhesion

Coverage Options

Full Wrap

Everything gets covered:

Includes:

Tank (all surfaces)
All fairings
Front and rear fenders
Side covers and trim
Tail section

Cost: $2,500-$4,500

Best for: Complete color change, maximum impact

Partial Wrap

Strategic coverage:

Common packages:

Tank + fairing accents
Tank + racing stripes
Accent panels only
Color accents on base color

Cost: $1,000-$2,500

Best for: Budget-friendly custom look, accent changes

Accent Wraps

Minimal coverage for maximum effect:

Options:

Tank stripes
Fairing edges
Wheel stripes
Frame highlights

Cost: $200-$800

Best for: Quick customization, subtle changes

Cost Guide

By Coverage Level

Coverage	Sport Bike	Cruiser	ADV
Full wrap	$2,500-$4,000	$2,000-$3,500	$2,500-$4,000
Partial wrap	$1,000-$2,000	$800-$1,500	$1,200-$2,200
Accents only	$200-$600	$200-$500	$300-$700

What Affects Price

Size and complexity:

More panels = higher cost
Complex curves add time
Full fairings vs. naked bikes

Vinyl type:

Standard colors: Base price
Specialty (color-shift, chrome): +20-50%
Premium brands (3M, Avery): +10-20%

Condition:

Prep work for damaged paint
Removal of previous wrap
Surface correction before wrap

Installation Process

Step 1: Disassembly

For best results, we remove:

Tank (when possible)
Fairings and bodywork
Trim pieces
Mirrors and accessories

Why disassembly matters: Clean edges, no visible seams, better coverage

Step 2: Surface Preparation

Before wrapping:

Thorough wash and degreasing
Clay bar treatment
Panel wipe with isopropyl alcohol
Repair any paint issues (optional)

Step 3: Wrap Application

The wrapping process:

Cut and position vinyl
Heat for stretching around curves
Squeegee out air and wrinkles
Post-heat for memory
Tuck and trim edges

Step 4: Reassembly

Everything goes back together:

Test fit all panels
Check for lifting or bubbles
Ensure all edges sealed
Final detail and cleanup

Timeline

Typical project duration:

Accents: Same day
Partial wrap: 1-2 days
Full wrap: 2-4 days

Wrap Care and Maintenance

Washing a Wrapped Bike

Recommended:

Hand wash only
pH-neutral soap
Soft mitt or sponge
Rinse thoroughly
Pat dry (don't rub)

Avoid:

Pressure washers at edges
Automated washes
Abrasive brushes
Harsh chemicals

Longevity Tips

To maximize wrap life:

Store indoors when possible
Use UV protectant products
Address damage quickly
Avoid excessive heat exposure
Keep clean (contaminants degrade vinyl)

Expected Lifespan

Storage/Use	Lifespan
Garage kept, occasional ride	5-7 years
Garage kept, regular use	4-5 years
Outdoor stored, regular use	2-4 years
Heavy use, exposure	2-3 years

Wrap vs. Paint vs. Dip

Factor	Vinyl Wrap	Paint	Plasti-Dip
Durability	3-7 years	Permanent	1-3 years
Finish quality	Excellent	Best	Good
Reversible	Yes	No	Yes
Cost	$$	$$$	$
Protection	Good	Limited	Moderate
Resale impact	Positive	Variable	Neutral

Design Gallery Ideas

Sport Bikes

Factory replica: MotoGP team liveries
Murdered out: Matte black everything
Color accent: Base color + contrasting stripes
Chameleon: Color-shift panels

Cruisers

Classic: Two-tone vintage schemes
Stealth: Satin black with matte accents
Custom: Tank murals, pinstriping
Metallic: High-gloss pearl effects

ADV/Dual Sport

Rally: Racing graphics and numbers
Tactical: Camo patterns
Brand: Factory expedition look
Utility: Matte/satin earth tones

Common Questions

Will wrapping void my warranty?

No—wrapping protects paint and is fully reversible.

Can damaged paint be wrapped?

Minor damage, yes. Significant damage will show through. We'll advise during inspection.

How do I maintain original paint underneath?

Nothing needed—the wrap protects it. Store removed wrap panels in case you want matching touch-up.

Can I wrap just the tank myself?

Possible, but tanks have challenging curves. Professional results look significantly better.

Ready to Transform Your Ride?

Whether you want a complete color change or subtle accents, wrapping gives you options paint can't match.

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Contact us today to schedule your appointment or get a free quote. We're here to help you find the right service for your needs.

Paint is permanent. Wraps are not.

That's the beauty of vinyl wrapping your motorcycle. Get a custom color, protect your original paint, and reverse it when you sell—or when you want something completely different.