So I scuffed my bike....

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So I scuffed my bike....

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I scuffed my bike when i fell off of it a few wks ago... :(
I have been looking around online and have found a few places where i can buy a new set fairings.
The other option some people have mentioned, is to take it to a body shop and have them buff out the scrapes and repaint it.
which would be the better option?

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Well for myself I'd buff it out and repaint. That's what I'd do if I were to hang on to the bike. That way if you have another boo-boo your not tearing up new plastic. However if your going to sell the bike replace it for the resale value.
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#3 Unread post by Wrider »

I've seen a lot of people do vinyl wraps. You can get them in a myriad of designs, put them on yourself, and it usually turns out pretty decently.
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#4 Unread post by freebird73 »

thanks for the advice, i am definitely keeping it. the vinyl wraps actually never came up, ill have to look into that. Hopefully there won't be any more boo boos but I think I will save buying new ones til Im a little more experienced...

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Are you picking up frame sliders to reduce damage in the future?
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LOL... thanks for the vote of confidence. I guess i should, huh?

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Highly experienced riders have frame sliders on their bikes. Because shyt happens. And plastics are expensive.
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#8 Unread post by storysunfolding »

jstark47 wrote:Highly experienced riders have frame sliders on their bikes. Because shyt happens. And plastics are expensive.

This.

And you're a new rider starting on a 600cc sportbike so your chances of a tip over are higher.
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