Not sure if I'm diggin the color scheme with the gold frame.

The tank looks nice but I'd agree there's something just not quite there with regard to the frame/wheel color, the forks color and the tank.  It doesn't look bad mind you just a little off <edit +1 what he says below re the cowl. any pics with that on the bike as well?>

Nice job on the tank though!  Congrats.

The seat cowl will make a major difference in tying together the bike.

i think it works 
that little bit of gold on the tank ties it too the forks, wheels and clutch bling

It looks a lot better without the toes

I like it - it's very retro.  Awesome work! 

Stupendous job, the colors and the lines you drew are very artistic, matching the overall aesthetics of the bike.  Congratulations on a job well done.

+1 looks make the beast with two backsing secxy as hell! I defintely agree, when it comes to a non black bike, the seat cowl really makes a huge difference.

Did you clear it yet? PM ducpainter as he knows something about satin clears.

Do you want to know what it will look like if you get just a DAB of gasoline on it?

http://ducatimonsterforum.org/index.php?topic=681.0

Just scroll down.....

Anyway, the spray can clear you applied is just another layer of paint. just clear. Not big deal. You can sand it smooth if you like or you can just leave it on. Wont make a difference. (both are Acrylic lacquer i assume)

One thing you can do is use Enamel clear ontop of it. Dupli color makes an engine enamel in satin, though its REALLY hard to work with. ( see my thread) regarding the seat cowl. you MUST use it when it is VERY VERY DRY outside and very very hot too. Enamel doenst have a hardener in it, but that type of paint itself resists gasoline oil and etc.

Best of luck!

He man I used a clearcoat from an automotive paint shop that has a hardener in it. Do you think the paint will hold up if I still gas on it?

Activated clear should be fine once it cures.

Nice tank!  Seriously,  whats with the toes.  We don't want to see your toes dude.   I'm sure you thought about it but just in case you haven't make sure to replace your nice looking clutch cover with the stock one for track days cuz those get damaged easily.   

Quote from: Bbrent on September 13, 2008, 05:28:34 PM
He man I used a clearcoat from an automotive paint shop that has a hardener in it. Do you think the paint will hold up if I still gas on it?

Is it one of those cans that you have to release the catalyst by poking a hole in the bottom? Or is it a premix can that must be used within 12 hours?

Anything that has some sort of catalyst (hardener) will hold up well against gasoline, oil, paint thinner, etc.