Denim Black paint job
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Denim Black paint job
Thinking about purchasing a 2012 Denim Black Street Glide. I have searched the forum and found some very helpful information. Just checking to see how some of the guys with older Denim Black bikes are making out with the paint and quality of the paint (chips, scratches, fading etc
). Also what is the best way to clean the bike? I was told that the paint is durable but do not get wax on it, what happens if you get wax on it and how can you get it off? Thanks in advance.
Josh
Josh
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From: Lewisberry PA
I have a 2010 FLHX black denim. I have cleaned it since new with Hot water to remove bugs, window cleaner no amonia, and Harleys denim cleaner( once in a while). I have never waxed it but the owners manual says harley gloss can be used. I have never used the harley gloss.
I dont have any issues with fading, I had 1 scratch I fixed with the harley scratch kit.
I love it, I would buy it again.
I dont have any issues with fading, I had 1 scratch I fixed with the harley scratch kit.
I love it, I would buy it again.
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From: Goodyear, AZ/SoCal Desert
No chips, scratches, or fading on mine. Just wash with cold water and soap. If you wax denim paint it will become glossy over time so wax is a no go, at least for me. If you get wax on it just wash it off.
A friend of mine who owns a detailing company got me this spray stuff designed for denim paints to use like I would Pledge or Maguire's. It works ok but streaks too easily. I've found that plain old washing the bike works best.
A friend of mine who owns a detailing company got me this spray stuff designed for denim paints to use like I would Pledge or Maguire's. It works ok but streaks too easily. I've found that plain old washing the bike works best.
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Had peuter denim on a SG and loved the denim. Was very easy to keep clean and held up well. Now that I have the black denim I like it even more.
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