How Much $$ to Paint Electra Glide?
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Road Warrior
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How Much $$ to Paint Electra Glide?
Assuming I took off the tins myself and brought them to a paint man, how much should I expect to pay to have an Electra Glide painted a stock HD two-tone color scheme (ex. deep turquoise & antique white)?
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From: navarre ohio
i was quoted $1200 for a two tone paint job 2 years ago by a body shop that paints bikes and $3600 one color by a indy bike shop that paints in the backroom..paint prices have gotten out of sight latley so?? i bought primer,two color paints,and clear.6 years ago for $78. last week the same place wanted $110 for primer when i finally finished the paint job
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Shhhh, don't tell anyone but "other than materials" you cost can vary by shop.
Some use an hourly rate book, some don't.
Some use the this is how much $$$ I need to pay to the bills this week etc. method.
So as they song says "Shop around."
Some use an hourly rate book, some don't.
Some use the this is how much $$$ I need to pay to the bills this week etc. method.
So as they song says "Shop around."
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From: Prescott, AZ
alot depends on where you live... I am here in Central CA - I have a GREAT painter that will be a great price, but that is only good IF you live close...
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From: Simi Valley, CA
It's been a long time, but I used to paint bikes (and cars). Not sure what the cost is these days but painting really is a "you get what you pay for" kinda job.
The question you have to ask yourself is how good do you want it to look? Many people can't even see the difference between a really good paint job and a mediocre one.
For me personally, I'd want a paint job with a finish as good or better than a factory HD paint finish. That's gonna cost some bucks - especially if you're going for the "better than stock" finish.
The question you have to ask yourself is how good do you want it to look? Many people can't even see the difference between a really good paint job and a mediocre one.
For me personally, I'd want a paint job with a finish as good or better than a factory HD paint finish. That's gonna cost some bucks - especially if you're going for the "better than stock" finish.
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Cruiser
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From: WI
Spending big bucks does not guarantee high quality work. I'd shop around and get referals if possible...
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From: Roswell, GA
+1 on shopping around and getting referals from other customers.
I went through that process when I had my bike repainted in '09.
If you include your location, you may find someone on HDF who can provide a recommendation or a "stay away" warning.
Carl
I went through that process when I had my bike repainted in '09.
If you include your location, you may find someone on HDF who can provide a recommendation or a "stay away" warning.
Carl