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Old Jan 15, 2026 | 09:40 AM
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I decided to try ceramic coating on my 2018 ultra limited. Gota say, the results are impressive.
I decided to try ceramic coating on my 2018 ultra limited. Gota say, the results are impressive.
 
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Old Jan 15, 2026 | 11:39 AM
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I'm having my detailer do mine once I get the tour pack.
 
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Old Jan 15, 2026 | 12:19 PM
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Thank you for your service!
 
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Old Jan 15, 2026 | 01:28 PM
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There is a whole forum section on ceramic coating. detailing and paint protection if you would like to peruse.


https://www.hdforums.com/forum/detai...&daysprune=365

 
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Old Jan 15, 2026 | 02:11 PM
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Which brand coating did you use? Was it fairly easy to wipe off and polish?

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I believe it is avalonking armor shield ix. Super easy to apply and wipe off/buff.
 
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Nice shine. Hope you will give some feedback on how it holds up over a few washes etc.

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Nice shine. Hope you will give some feedback on how it holds up over a few washes etc.

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I definitely will. 👍
 
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Originally Posted by Badgersnake
I definitely will. 👍
It's been 2 1/2 hours. Any update???
 
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It's been 2 1/2 hours. Any update???
Well,I got the bike put back together and it's still shiny. Take 48 hours for the ceramic coating to fully cure and no washing for at least 5 days. I'm hopeful I will be able to take it for a ride sometime this weekend.
 
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