DIY Anodising Motorcycle Parts!

The following video is for entertainment purposes only. It is not intended as an instructional video.
Did you know that old and weathered machined aluminum motorcycle parts can be anodised, or re-anodised? Anodising is a great way to add corrosion resistance and a splash of colour to the small parts on a motorbike. While this video was mostly movie magic, research was conducted beforehand using sources like Caswell Canada to anodise the motorcycle parts seen in the film. Consult a professional before starting an anodisation project.
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Directed and Edited by Luke McAdam

[@DirtRidingLarry]

I love that fortnine implies that they regularly do things so dangerous that the have already killed 43 other mechanics.

[@dont5310]

Yeah, I didn't get the FortNine mechanic #43 reference until he F'd up and was simply replaced with #44.

[@ohedd]

And that 43 only had about 5 days worth of beard on him, so probably hadn't been around that long either

[@Kevin_Aus]

Makes you wonder what happened to Ryan's 1 through 8

[@ohedd]

@@Kevin_Aus Hahahhaha

[@OuroborosChoked]

C'mon, nobody gets it right on the first try.

[@JamesTM]

This channel is going further and further off the rails. I'm here for it.

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Only a coulpe more likes to reach 666.

[@JanHolgerOlof]

oh we're all here for it. Just waiting for it to go completely a-wall

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Lmao I was wondering. Lmfao I haven’t watched this guy since like 2016-17 I think. Love it 😂😭💀

[@tommyg121]

Came for motorcycling tips, left with extended clone lore. 10/10 would clone again.

[@sgtunix]

Lore, is that you?

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@@sgtunix hi cloned i'm daddy

[@ballsack4321]

​@@sgtunix I love Next Generation Star Trek too 😊

[@DuckWasHere747]

These videos can only be described as cinematic

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Well not only but I get it 😂

[@Geniusinventor]

Cinematic masterpieces

[@eljuano28]

I believe the word you're looking for is, "morose." 😂

[@dreamydreary]

feels like i'm in a cinema watching the shorts before the movie

[@Balomis]

I’m really gonna miss 43, his future just seemed so bright. But this 44 guy seems alright so far so I’ll give him a chance

[@motorvibes]

Yeah, he kinda grew on all of us. 😅

[@StanfieldMacCue]

i mean, yeah.... but i still really miss that 42. now there was a guy with answers.

[@FraterOphionoi]

I hear some pretty promising things about 45 though. Future's looking bright! Well, unless you're 44 maybe.

[@gregjetnikoff7124]

I think 44 is much prettier.

[@wobblysauce]

Wait till they get to agent 47

[@syninys100]

Quick note from a chemist: Make sure that you do the lye etching, and the electrolysis step in a well ventilated area. Both of these steps will produce a small amount of hydrogen gas; which, whilst not likely to be a problem, if it builds up it could reach the lower explosion limit. So, er, don't let that happen. (Also, I recommend having a small amount of sodium bicarbonate (baking soda) solution around when dealing with open containers of sulphuric acid. It's good for rinsing off any splashes that get onto the skin - something best avoided, of course, but the spirit of ATGATT applies here)

[@NONO-hz4vo]

Not sure how many people will read this but very much appreciate you sharing what real world experience teaches instead of having some one learn the lesson a much harder way. Thanks!

[@moteroargentino7944]

This deserves a pin.

[@grantdubridge7995]

Hey, that's my son's license plate on his motorcycle. He proved the theory when a dumbass pulled out in front of him then stopped completely blocking the road. He only had bruises with the lines of the weave of his gear in the bruises.

[@ATECRIO]

Honest-to-Goodness, much appretiation for that solution! I'd hate to learn how to put out a burning puddle of spicy water, in the moment.

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No fun explosion police over here.

[@cshendge4663]

"Like making Epstein's hit look like suicide, it's a 1% solution" 😂 You're a treasure Ryan

[@ShivaShakur]

This quote was perfection :) never forget

[@ChrisLoew]

Brilliant

[@garciawork9]

Had to pause to leave for a few at that one.

[@ME262MKI]

Fortnine is going to become the Top Gear of the motorcycle world

[@jaysee2213]

Said for years that they should be on TV. Hope they don't though!

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That job moved up to The Grand Tour nowadays. 😅🤣 Can't replace Clarkson, Hammond and May. 🤷‍♂

[@patrickholmes001]

Top Gear meets This Old Tony.

[@givemeanaxe]

It isnt already????

[@ME262MKI]

@@givemeanaxe no, we need the equivalent of James May and Richard Hammond, we have already the Jeremy Clarkson

[@richardpowell5306]

I was anodizing parts 40 years ago when I was in my late teens. Clear anodizing. I had to research it in a library - with books. It's so good that this information is widely available now!

[@maozedowner5915]

Search engines are everything. I'm glad I don't live in a generation that I have to do any researches in the library.

[@ballsack4321]

​@@maozedowner5915 Oddly, some things where soo much better. A time when you could get away with stuff (speeding and such on bikes) without worrying about camera's or gatsos/truvelo or tickets in the post. If you fucked up and got caught, you knew straight away. My YPVS350 would be lame by today's standards but at the time I was a God, at least in my mind and every living female with a pulse wanted to swing off my man-pole. At least that's how I remembered it 😊 A time with anpr cameras and fleeing from the police with zero concerns about a helicopter or being on the TV after being caught. It's true, the internet has changed most things for the better but there are a few things I'd never want to have been different back in't day 😅

[@marmaladearmadillo]

Came for the science, stayed for the existential terror.

[@ecrusch]

Why can't more moto-videos be this informative and cool? You guys are #1 for a reason. Thank you.

[@joeclutchless1944]

As a professional anodizer this video is entertaining. The trick in doing it at home is getting consistency . The chemistry is constantly shifting as more parts are produced so the end result varies. Adding colour really makes life more difficult from a consistency point of view. So if you plan to do a lot of parts do them all at once and use a bigger container to keep chemistry variation to a minimum. For cooling control you can use a frozen two litre pop bottle dunked in the tank to maintain a steady temperature. Also watch out for weird alloys like 7000 series, they can be anodized but require more specific procedures. Also watch out for marks left by where the wire contacts the part. Usually rack marks are hidden on the part where they can’t be seen in use.

[@PrueferAuge]

Love how the clone comes out fully clothed. its not only a cloning chamber, but also a walk in dresser

[@quillmaurer6563]

Is that clothes, or just part of the clone? We don't know.

[@Erelyes]

Cloning clothing is pretty easy compared to walking-talking human beings. How else do you think F9 keeps such a great range of gear in stock?

[@NullHand]

I too struggle with sentient coveralls. If I don’t wash them once a week.

[@Teddd]

The production quality and humor continue to amaze Edit: This comment was a test to see how many likes I could get with a comment I see on every video. Love the content, but we don't need circle-jerk comment sections.

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This is practically a Buffy episode

[@nolongeraplanet3620]

Gold. Couldn't say it better.

[@OnRappel]

I think they went a little overboard on this one. Deciphering the message though all the fluff and antics was hard on this one.

[@20cent]

we're just copy-pasting comments from video to another now

[@trivy1752]

once he got his RGB strobes it was over for everyone

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[@mrmovess_]

Your creative direction is so refreshing. I love these videos.

[@joerobertson795]

This might be my favorite FortNine so far. Every single thing about this was exceptional. Concept, jokes, props, production, everything! How many hours went into the Cloning Machine alone? This was just great! Love it!

[@FortNine]

We reckon there's about 5000 man hours in the cloning machine. But it has yielded 44 mechanics so far, so there's some economy of scale. ~RF9

[@shekharpratap9294]

I greatly appreciate how you guys subtly introducted a possible in host in the "Making 44" bit.

[@garycorde994]

The writing...the delivery...all more important then learning how to anodize.

[@uknowngamer1017]

I dont even own a bike, just a project car. This channel still teaches me more than i ever thought possible

[@MonsoonEast]

After being a metallurgic lab tech the nemonic is" Add the acid to the water like you otter". Well done 44! Oh, and Ryan.

[@richter1991]

I love how U guys manage to turn an anodising video (there are thousands on youtube, one more boring than another) in something really fun.

[@Shreyanshr]

That bit of adding water to acid and getting rid of 43 was a damn good way to school people on the importance of the correct procedure when mixing acid and water. Well done!

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It is so much fun that a motorcycle channel is clearly one of the best in all of KZbin.

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Roger that

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Same here

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[@thepaperboy9009]

I can totally appreciate how much work went into planning and prepping for this shoot long before the camera even starts rolling. Well done! The cloning bit was priceless.

[@axelord4ever]

As someone who did anodizing on an industrial scale (and even got paid to do it) before, this was a true rollercoaster.

[@kozy41]

This is easily my favourite channel, it was hard to imagine another person would be able to compliment Ryan, they found the perfect combination with these 2!

[@jimc793]

Absolutely brilliant. I’ve had a few mishaps trying to follow your DIY instructions but I’m hoping things will get better if my vision and hearing return.

[@JeremyCulbreath]

FortNine continues to bring the best production value on KZbin, while being informative and entertaining.

[@erat91]

Fantastic tutorial, a lot of times people over complicate this. Another small thing to add for those doing this DIY method. A hot DI seal is perfectly sufficient, but a nickel acetate seal is what you really want. Your hot DI will fade much quicker than if you use nickel acetate, even more so if on an engine part or something that gets pretty hot. You could also get away with a smaller acid to water ratio, like 15%. If you get smut after etching, a dilute nitric rinse will get rid of it. FWIW i work in one of the largest anodizing shops in the country, i have a somewhat decent understanding of this process. Love the content, it's stuff like this that keeps DIYers learning new and somewhat easy skills, keep it up.

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Not that your other videos haven't been mostly great, but you guys knocked this one out of the park. Hilarious and informative, great way to learn things.

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Every time you guys improve the quality and add humor to your videos. That's so awesome!!! We (the audience) do see your growth and all the efforts you put in your content, well done!!!

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the production quality of your videos never cease to amaze me

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You guys rock. Don't even ride a bike anymore, but can't miss any of your videos...

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[@alexkaring]

I really love the alternate reality direction you guys are taking this thing!

[@shawntoronto7967]

The best motorcycle content on KZbin

[@Paul-kp1tu]

Incredible, you were able to clone a new 44 from a surviving toe. I’m stunned how far Fort9s technology has developed.

[@maheenmashrur2574]

A new Fortnine upload makes for a perfect companion with evening tea.

[@demezon6572]

In Old Good Europe, that is. Here is now (drum roll, please!) five o'clock! Sharp.

[@kepeter97]

this is actually higher quality than most hollywood movies since 2020. I loved it.

[@HalfdeadRider]

By far the best how to anodise parts video on here, never to be beaten, I can almost guarantee that 🤣🤣

[@iamtherealzombie]

Since you guys decided to flip back and forth between Metric and Imperial throughout the video, maybe you should clarify which unit of measure you were using for temperature settings? :)

[@tristan6509]

70°C 70°F is not even remotely hot...

[@iamtherealzombie]

@@tristan6509 And who says it has to *be* "remotely hot"? It's anodizing, not baking a cake.

[@tristan6509]

@@iamtherealzombie sodium hydroxide aka drain cleaner creates heat when mixed with water, you need sodium hydroxide to anodize the metal, hence why he said 70 degrees in the video

[@tristan6509]

@@iamtherealzombie if you wanna be a smartass then at least do your research.

[@kBIT01]

They were using F for the dye for sure. I tried both with the acid and C worked well.

[@gigiopincio5006]

amazing! This should go in a playlist on how to diy a motorcycle from hardware store parts and the blood of the proletariat.

[@definitelynotsnake]

This channel is an absolute gem

[@ukhan507]

I came to learn about Anodising Motorcycle Parts, but Naaah, FortNine always have surprise up its sleeves. The level of creativity is great in all aspects. Thumbs up.👍👌

[@EddieSprouse]

I love this. Great job 44! You're the true Magnum!

[@domsbits3922]

The toe cloneing half way through got me good!

[@pepper5105]

i like how they showed what likely happened to 42 and the previous clones and the same time demonstrated some safety tips when handling/mixing acids.

[@HyllustheBarbarian]

Man. Behind all this silliness was a true diy way of anodizing motorcycle parts. Nice. 👍

[@BCtoao]

Starting to like Connor more and more with each video. Keep up the good work you guys!

[@Don2006]

Best not to assign names to these Fortnine mechanics.

[@CharlesLindsay1]

@BCtoao where did you find out the name “Connor”?

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Incredible. Truly incredible.

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[@TheMostDangerousWayPossible]

one of the best MC related youtube channels. thanks for the good content as always!

[@Bobby-wn5yr]

I’m never going to do this, but I really appreciate now knowing how I could do it, thanks! Also if I could be bothered to do it, doing it to prank a friend would absolutely be the only thing that would make it worth it.

[@Oodgster]

Came here to say exactly this. Couldn't be less interested in doing this myself, feel tired just thinking about it, but thankfully other people out there can

[@StanfieldMacCue]

god, these just keep getting better. you'd think at some point they'd hit a plateau. but nope. just ever better and better.

[@ddeschen55]

J'ai vu pas mal toutes les vidéos de F9; c'est vraiment celle que j'ai le plus aimée. Belle addition le mécanicien avec le sourire figé dans un solide fixatif!

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FortNine and Ryan keeps amazing me with accurate information that are hard to get in the web and done it with great cinematics and great humor, love

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Woah! Go easy on that special effects budget!

[@jake9705]

4:27 -- The charred marshmellow eyes in the skull were a nice touch added to #44's existential breakdown 👌

[@Crazymotoman03]

This video may only be six minutes, but I learned more in this video than I have in any other research that I’ve done on anodizing.

[@metricwrencher8702]

The ending when Ryan silently goes wtf is there a green piece on my bike.😅

[@johngoepel5263]

If cast aluminum is porous and doesn't take anodization well, what kind of aluminum does work well? How can I tell? Can older cast aluminum parts still be anodized with adjustments to the process described in the video? Gorgeous, informative, hilarious and cleverly written video as always!

[@FoXy-gr2hb]

To tell cast aluminum apart from machined aluminum, you can look for certain visual characteristics and differences in texture. Here are a few methods to help you distinguish between the two: 1. Surface Texture: Cast aluminum typically has a rougher texture compared to machined aluminum. Cast aluminum surfaces may have visible lines, ripples, or a slightly porous appearance due to the casting process. Machined aluminum, on the other hand, usually has a smoother, more uniform surface. 2. Grain Structure: Cast aluminum often exhibits a distinct grain structure, which can be seen on close inspection. It may appear as small, interlocking grains or a pattern of irregular shapes. In contrast, machined aluminum may have a more consistent, fine-grained appearance. 3. Precision and Symmetry: Machined aluminum parts are typically more precise and symmetrical compared to cast aluminum. Machining involves removing material to create precise shapes, resulting in clean edges and accurate dimensions. Cast aluminum parts may have less precise edges and slightly uneven dimensions due to the casting process. 4. Weight: While this method may not be foolproof, there can be a difference in weight between cast aluminum and machined aluminum parts. Generally, cast aluminum tends to be slightly lighter than machined aluminum due to variations in density caused by the casting process.

[@kaichen7907]

absolutely genius. This channel is amazing and absolutely a delight to watch.

[@petrolmajk]

The quality and the script are insane, hats off

[@Idolismo]

Holy shit. This is art.

[@MrSchattka]

Giving this video a thumb's-up did not require a second thought. Thanks FortNine for another excellent video.

[@kevinarmstrong478]

Brilliant thanks. One of the best channels on KZbin who’d have thought anodising metal could be so funny!

[@JasperMaakt]

Best motorcycle KZbin channel. Period.

[@evanphi]

You guys are so damn cheesy. We love you.

[@TheDarrenJones]

How long will 44 last?

[@lestersmyth692]

Excellent production Fortnine Team, RIP No 43 💀

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fortnine never fails to deliver genuine art

[@ronboe6325]

We have a new metric on how difficult a project will be: How many clones it takes to do it....... :P

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This video is some Hollywood stuff I swear

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Made my day. Clever guys having fun.

[@mikepierson7447]

I had a smile the whole video. You guys never disappoint

[@paulroberts3639]

1:35. Three switches for sentience. He is a motorcycle mechanic. That is far more sentience than required. One is enough.

[@hermask815]

Weren’t the mechanics called “Greasemonkey” in the 1920ties?

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@@hermask815certainly. See one button worth.

[@DanteYewToob]

Damn, this is actually a bit simpler than I thought it would be. I’m actually going to give this a try, I have almost everything already! Also, imagine coming outside one day and one random part on your motorcycle is a random color… but like… professionally anodized and not painted.. lol you sit on your bike and a random lever is purple and your brake lever is yellow… the confusion as you try to figure out if someone replaced them… but they look scratched and used the same way… This is the best high effort prank there is.

[@Impossible_Fishy]

Came here to learn how to anodize, left learning that fortnine has stepped up production quality immensely, it’s a damn short film

[@2coolwheels139]

Nice blend of technical information, sci-fi and humor!

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"Erst das Wasser dann die Säure, sonst geschiet das Ungeheure"

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Cameraman said "Ah shit, here we go again"

[@vinylpenguin2651]

back in my early 20s I created a little side job anodizing screws for RC cars. Awesome video and thanks for bringing back the memories.

[@kevinarmstrong478]

As always, Educational, short, informative, entertaining and funny. Absolutely brilliant work.

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I’m sorry but these videos are so great that we beg you to make them longer, can’t get enough!!❤

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Production value is through the roof

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Perhaps the best fortnine video yet. I'd like to have beer with these guys.

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Oh god you've outdone yourself on this one. Bravo.

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Just wow, wow to the props dept.,costume, set design and construction,sound fx, special fx, the on set safety from OHS, you guys must have a great crew...IATSE Vancouver? Camera, sound, direction, and of course post production team as well, all excellent

[@fusaro6614]

I love this style of production, it's a refreshing humor, you still learn something 10/10 would clone and watch again (btw is it just me or is the mic different ?)

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FortNine videos are on a different level. You are the Wayne Gretzky and Michael Jordan combined of the motorcycle enthusiast content genre.

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Content and humour gets better every time 😂