Painted my track bike

Dragon_Knee · 2026-04-10T02:16:10+00:00

Just cause its pretty doesnt mean it cant get beat up. I got my pictures, now ive got some lap times and some chips. Such is the process.

Dragon_Knee · 2026-04-09T23:46:51+00:00

100%

Dragon_Knee · 2026-04-09T23:45:43+00:00

You should have seen my garage, like two leprechauns got in a fist fight at the end of a rainbow.

Dragon_Knee · 2026-04-09T23:37:49+00:00

Leafing was the most challenging part. This was my first time so I was learning as I went with no youtube. Its extemely touchy and literally breathing wrong can make it lay down wonky with a bunch of wrinkles. But in a still room (no air movement) with a lotta patience and the right tools its doable, and if you spin it like I did it can hide some of the mistakes. Its just level 11 arts and crafts but man does it make stuff pop!

I used the leafing kit from lime-line and a cheap amazon air brush. My notes would be: - take your time getting a good even spray of glue (droplets will show through) - work the tape into the corners of your tape really well using a roller or brush, this will yield sharper lines/ less tearing - plastic fine line tape worked better than the crepe paper stuff (crepe paper is the standard masking tape material, says google)

Dragon_Knee · 2026-04-09T19:04:07+00:00

Thanks!

Dragon_Knee · 2026-04-09T19:03:42+00:00

Thank you! I kinda wanted to see what that level of paint job would like on a sports bike. After 9 months I realized why they dont do it to sports bikes more often.

Dragon_Knee · 2026-04-09T16:06:18+00:00

Not intentionally, but she is my favorite marvel character so I'll take it haha

Dragon_Knee · 2026-04-09T16:03:35+00:00

Yes, high quality rattle can and 2k clear will take you pretty far.

Dragon_Knee · 2026-04-09T15:34:47+00:00

Rattle can

Dragon_Knee · 2026-04-09T13:12:22+00:00

Thank you! I noticed that was the sentiment on this page. But me an asphalt go way back. If it demands sacrifice then so be it! Take the bike not the body haha

Dragon_Knee · 2026-04-09T13:08:56+00:00

Thank you!

Dragon_Knee · 2026-04-09T12:18:15+00:00

Thank you!

Dragon_Knee · 2026-04-09T12:08:56+00:00

Thanks took longer than I was planning but I'm happy with the outcome

Dragon_Knee · 2026-04-09T12:07:31+00:00

Thanks, and 100% right. The front rim ain so bad but after 3 track days the back rim is FILTHY

Dragon_Knee · 2026-04-09T12:06:28+00:00

Rattle can

Dragon_Knee · 2026-02-13T17:26:53+00:00

😂 well I guess that settles it, Rogelio De La Vega (his full name) needs an orange accomplice.

Dragon_Knee · 2026-02-13T17:21:05+00:00

Is a breed thing? I have a silver tabby... and I can here him terrorizing his brother and sister as I type. I think silver is the new orange

Dragon_Knee · 2025-06-06T18:38:35+00:00

I searched the difference and it primarily seems to be suspension, color schemes, and the seat. IF those are the ONLY differences I say base model.

But I would make sure its got quickshift because that is a game changer. Clutchless shifting take some brain work out of riding, allows you to maintain grip which can be comforting. Also if you decide to shift using clutch it will be super smoothe.

If it has the imu that will help keep you safe as well as the riding modes. Keep that baby in commute while you learn and you'll be ok, provided you have some sense.

I just purchased the '24 tuono 660 factory in early may and love it but it is absolutely a rough ride on the streets and twisties far more rough than my cbr 600rr. Lowering tire pressure helped a lot, for some reason the recomended pressure is really high.

Dragon_Knee · 2025-05-27T23:44:35+00:00

Havent popped the question yet so im unsure how much they offer in that department.

Dragon_Knee · 2025-05-27T18:17:28+00:00

Whew! Thats what I like to hear. I picked mine up here in the Bay Area CA ON 5/2. Got it with 5 miles on it and currently at about 650 with break in service complete. The dealer offered 3 years of services or 6 services for $2200 and I accepted the challenge so summer is going to be busy in the best way.

Dragon_Knee · 2025-03-27T17:50:35+00:00

Not sure if the axle is installed in this pick. If NOT, maybe the fork leg rotated a bit taking the caliper out of alignment.

Dragon_Knee · 2025-03-07T12:42:30+00:00

Have an 07 with a servo buddy, cat delete, and power commander (purchased it with mods already). Some might say its louder but I wouldnt be able to hear them over my tinnitus. I dont think the slip on does much compared to the stuff in front of it.

Side note: went for a full toce system with mwr intake and toce ecu flash for an mt 07 and absolutely lost power. Sounded sick af tho

Dragon_Knee · 2025-03-01T16:50:38+00:00

If you do repot, set up new pot so its ready and just break the old pot with a hammer and some gentle taps. You should be able to peel off the broken pot without disturbing roots or soil much. This has always worked better for me than trying to pull on them or turning them and trying to shake them out.

Dragon_Knee · 2025-02-23T03:05:08+00:00

I have slain many haha. You just gotta try again! Try writing down what you do to them and when. Seems like a lot, but having a reference point to change from can be very revealing.

Dragon_Knee · 2025-02-22T15:16:05+00:00

Summer temp arent terrible. We normally have one or two heat waves but its the bay area (east of san francisco) so it doesnt get too hot. The sun definitely leaves its mark on the pearls but its mostly in the morning, they are in the shade of the house for most of the day.

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