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Old Dec 6, 2011 | 08:04 AM
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Default Painted heat deflectors
Has anyone done this? I'm getting set to paint my inner fairing and I'm thinking about the heat deflectors too. If you have pics..please post!

I'm also thinking about either the chrome cover for the frame under the seat or painting that part of the frame.

I did a little photoshopping (not a great job...but anyway) on my bike to get an idea of what it might look like but I'd love to see actual pictures

 
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Old Dec 6, 2011 | 08:10 AM
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That looks better than I thought it would.
 
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Old Dec 6, 2011 | 08:25 AM
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Pretty sure I'm gonna do it but hoping three are real pics out there

Another question. is there enough paint in a spray can to do the inner fairing and deflectors or would I need 2?
 
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Old Dec 6, 2011 | 07:13 PM
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I can't be the only one who's thought of this.
 
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Old Dec 6, 2011 | 08:35 PM
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Nice idea, but it looks kinda girly to me ..... or is it the goldwing styling ?
Sorry, but not my cup-o-tea.
 
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Old Dec 6, 2011 | 09:32 PM
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With a black bike, I already have mine in color. Not sure I want to draw attention to them either.
 
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Old Dec 6, 2011 | 09:43 PM
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There's a few on here that have them. They look clean..part of the bike..I think..
 
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Did mine when I did the inner I think it works
 
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I love the way mine look. thought the heat might get to the paint but have not had any issues

 
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Originally Posted by piesik650
I love the way mine look. thought the heat might get to the paint but have not had any issues
Exactly my initial thoughts so interested to hear you comment. I guess it is not the greatest risk to take as they are easy to change out if the paint does pop
 
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