Mother's "Back to Black" Works Wonders
Thread Starter
|
Cruiser
Joined: Dec 2007
Posts: 244
Likes: 0
From: New Braunfels, TX
Mother's "Back to Black" Works Wonders
I read another thread about using Mother's Back to Black for removing the chalking on the inner fairing, particularly on the areas that get the most sunlight. I applied this stuff and it instantly returned the inner fairing to the deep, rich, black finish it had the day I bought the bike. I also found it worked great on the rubber trim around my GMC Envoy windows. One of the few products I've tried recently that works better than advertised!
Road Master
Joined: May 2008
Posts: 954
Likes: 4
From: CA
anyone use Mothers Back to Black on black denim paint?
Previous, older thread, stated used on black engines and possibly on black denim
https://www.hdforums.com/forum/detai...-engine-3.html
Previous, older thread, stated used on black engines and possibly on black denim
https://www.hdforums.com/forum/detai...-engine-3.html
Stellar HDF Member
Joined: Mar 2007
Posts: 2,034
Likes: 45
From: Michigan
anyone use Mothers Back to Black on black denim paint?
Previous, older thread, stated used on black engines and possibly on black denim
https://www.hdforums.com/forum/detai...-engine-3.html
Previous, older thread, stated used on black engines and possibly on black denim
https://www.hdforums.com/forum/detai...-engine-3.html
Now why would you want to do that when its just a base clear paint system with a flatting agent in the clear... You can wax it you know? Its not gonna shine but the wax will help protect it ... The beauty o the flat clear is the fact the UV rays dont eat it up and it can be cared for with just a simple wash and wax..
Yes I used to do paint and body work and still do for myself ........
Road Master
Joined: May 2008
Posts: 954
Likes: 4
From: CA
Now why would you want to do that when its just a base clear paint system with a flatting agent in the clear... You can wax it you know? Its not gonna shine but the wax will help protect it ... The beauty o the flat clear is the fact the UV rays dont eat it up and it can be cared for with just a simple wash and wax..
Yes I used to do paint and body work and still do for myself ........
Yes I used to do paint and body work and still do for myself ........
Sorry for asking a dumb question, was just trying to figure if I could use it on there to try to get the minor scratch out.
I know people have used it on black engines to restore it back to original color, so I am going to pick it up today to use on the fender struts and other black wrinkle parts on the bike.
Road Warrior
Joined: Jan 2008
Posts: 1,549
Likes: 18
From: Upstate SC
I read another thread about using Mother's Back to Black for removing the chalking on the inner fairing, particularly on the areas that get the most sunlight. I applied this stuff and it instantly returned the inner fairing to the deep, rich, black finish it had the day I bought the bike. I also found it worked great on the rubber trim around my GMC Envoy windows. One of the few products I've tried recently that works better than advertised!
Stellar HDF Member
Joined: Mar 2007
Posts: 2,034
Likes: 45
From: Michigan
Reason I asked, was because previously user stated that it covered up a scratch in his paint on his rear fender, but he had the normal gloss black. I dont want the bike to be glossy, that is why I was wondering if it makes it glossy, which I dont want. I have a minor scratch in the rear fender, and no one knows what to do beside repaint the whole damn thing.
Sorry for asking a dumb question, was just trying to figure if I could use it on there to try to get the minor scratch out.
I know people have used it on black engines to restore it back to original color, so I am going to pick it up today to use on the fender struts and other black wrinkle parts on the bike.
Sorry for asking a dumb question, was just trying to figure if I could use it on there to try to get the minor scratch out.
I know people have used it on black engines to restore it back to original color, so I am going to pick it up today to use on the fender struts and other black wrinkle parts on the bike.
Ahhhh. Ok .. It really wasnt a dumb question .... I guess if you had some black and some flat clear ? Did you check with H/D for a touch up kit ?? im sure they make one .
Trending Topics
Road Master
Joined: May 2008
Posts: 954
Likes: 4
From: CA
I kind of trust this guy, although I dont trust anyone else at my local HD, he doesnt work there full time, he is a part time guy they call in to use when needed. I helped him here at my work when he came here to deliver something one time, so he was gonna hook me up next time i see him and see what he can do for me, but I have been there 4 times since then and he is never in.
HD Forum Stories
The Best of Harley-Davidson for Lifelong Riders
8 Best Harley-Davidson Motorcycles Ever
Pouria Savadkouei
10 Worst Harley-Davidson Motorcycles Ever
Pouria Savadkouei
Killer Custom's Jail Break Is The Breakout That Refused to Blend In
Verdad Gallardo
Crazy Bunderbike Build Looks Amazing, But Is It Impossible to Ride?
Verdad Gallardo
Harley-Davidson Reveals Super Cool Cafe Racer Concept
Verdad Gallardo
Engraved Rebellion: Inside Bundnerbike's Glam Rock II
Verdad Gallardo
10 Motorcycles You Should Never Buy
Joe Kucinski
10 Things Harley-Davidson Needs to Fix in 2026
Verdad Gallardo
Southpaw Super Glide: A Left-Hand-Drive 1979 Harley FXE Built to Fit the Rider
Verdad Gallardo
Cruiser
Joined: Nov 2007
Posts: 101
Likes: 0
From: Southern Ontario Canada
I have been using Back to Black for years. Works great around the switch housings, cables and other gloss / semi gloss items. Doesn't leave a dried wax residue if you miss some corners on clean up.
Intermediate
Joined: Jul 2009
Posts: 37
Likes: 0
From: Grand Rapids, MI
I got a scratch in my tank - HD does carry touch up paint in flat black - it works, but not great - covers it up for the passer-by, but it's not the smooth repair that you get on a gloss paint.