How to Paint Motorcycle Rims UNDER $15 - Plasti Dip Your Supermoto Wheels - DIY

[@TheReviewGuru-tk1ps]

Don’t be shy man I didn’t even post a video yet I’m just starting my page and hopefully it will grow I’m just trying to do this now with my street and trail dirt bike and loved the way it turned out and to be honest your looks good the other is done by dipping it in paint that’s why it’s a little better plus baked … your is more than good enough don’t give up man this video is good and hopefully saves me some money take care man and thanks again 🙏🏻

[@motoric5188]

Thanks for the kind words man, appreciated really! Fingers crossed it turns out great for you! 🤞👍

[@rickykaka1436]

Great DIY video. Thank you for this.

[@motoric5188]

That's great to hear! Thanks for the kind words and thanks for watching!

[@rommelangeles5714]

Bro this looks legit! What kind of paints did you use?? Great job man!

[@motoric5188]

I've used Plasti Dip, one can of black and one can of clear coat. It's rubberized paint that can be peeled off. There are alternatives to plasti dip if you can't find it, like FlexiDip, PlastiDip, GummiDip,... Note, that if you are after more persistent/long lasting type of paint, I would suggest getting it painted with air compressor/gun and some proper paint. And as an update, this paint is now holding up good for the second season. Some damages because of the tire change, nothing more. Bike is riden on tarmac only. Thanks for the kind words man and thanks for watching! 👍

[@ΑναστάσηςΤσελεπής]

Very good video! Can't wait 4 more. Inspiring too

[@motoric5188]

Thank you for the kind words and thanks for watching!

[@TherealBigJohnSt33l]

Looks clean. How long did the paint hold up?

[@motoric5188]

Paint held up until recently, when I've took it off myself... in order to paint the rim with air-compressor - "real" paint. Over span of 2 years plasti dip lost some shine which I was missing already from the beggining to be honest. The paint looked too "dull" to me although I've painted it with plasti dip clear coat too. However, the paint sticked to the rim incredibly well. I had really, really hard time getting it off the rim. I couldn't just peel it off as how I thought it will be done. Plasti dip keeps on tearing when trying to peel it off. I've then helped myself with a rag and acetone which dissolved the plasti dip. So in short, the plasti dip held up surprisingly well and it would last even longer.

[@TherealBigJohnSt33l]

@@motoric5188 thank you. Was just about to do that to my rims.

[@pipolebnene]

Nice job

[@motoric5188]

Thank you!

[@sergiuzsr]

Hi, I saw that you proceeded to paint it with compressor, after you removed plasti dip, did you sand paper the rim? Did the comperessor paint stuck on the rim?

[@motoric5188]

Hi! Yeah correct, as I have written in some reply already... I have taken off the plasti dip paint. It did stick to the rim extremely well. I didn't use the sand paper to take it off, but I did use help of acetone instead. Acetone dissolved the plasti dip and I just wiped it off. Then I prepared the rim surface with scotch-brite pad (just to make it bit rougher for paint to adhere better) and paint it with compressor. Yeah, the compressor paint stuck on the rim no problem whatsoever. Thanks for watching! 👍

[@YashR1994]

Can we also plasti dip the spokes and the spokes holder?

[@motoric5188]

With holder you mean wheel hub right? I'd say go for it. In my case this thing did stick to the rims really good.

[@1blynk880]

Im also planing on painting my wheels with plasti dip and wanted to ask how about durability of the paint? Like if i go for a little ofroading on hard forest roads and washing the bike does it hold on? And can you take it off easily to return to the old colour?

[@motoric5188]

Little offroad won't be a problem I assume. But these rubberized paints, like plasti dip, are certainly more prone to being scratched/peeled off. I've never washed it with pressure washer. Sponge, soap with bucket of water was no problem. Mine still sticks to the rim though, but compressor spray paint would for sure be better way of doing it. You could take it off easily.

[@Finman508]

Are those sticky notes you used for the tire?

[@motoric5188]

Just plain paper, cut into smaller pieces. I've seen videos where some old deck of cards is being used in order not to paint the tire.

[@falco416]

hi, i know is an old video, but is possible to do the same but with 2 colors?

[@aimlessimages831]

Great job! What clinging material did you use to cover the spokes?

[@motoric5188]

Thank you! Just some basic masking tape. It doesn't have to be anything special. What matters most is - time spent for prep. More time spent for detailed preparation, makes up for better end result.

[@aimlessimages831]

@@motoric5188 I’m gonna try some stencil mask to see if it makes the process a bit easier. I’ll be using tape for the individual spoke nipples, as you did. 👍🏽 Prep is the key!!!

[@motoric5188]

@@aimlessimages831 Alrite! Fingers crossed it turns out great for you!

[@carlschlemmert2992]

​@@motoric5188 😢

[@ImanShawal]

where you bought the sticker takasago excel rim ?

[@motoric5188]

Bought them on eBay .

[@sraapp7022]

Where did you buy the rims stickers?

[@motoric5188]

Got them on ebay. Search for "excel rim stickers" and you'll find them. I see you can get them on amazon as well. Thanks for watching!

[@marcinm2491]

i m ready paint tomorro back wheel ktm sxf 250 2016 my style like u

[@motoric5188]

Awesome! Hope it turns out great for you! 👍

[@radimkacirek5630]

Nice job! does the color hold well?

[@motoric5188]

Thanks man! It held up for 2 seasons really well. I've then changed the entire rear wheel, so didn't use the one from the vid more than that.. Compressed air paint is still the way to go if one wants quality and durable paint. One benefit of these gumi paints is that it can be easily taken/peeled off if needed though. Thanks for watching! Cheers!

[@vbc3]

Where did you buy the sticker?

[@motoric5188]

Got them on eBay.

[@vbc3]

@@motoric5188 ok thanks alot! Im planning to paint my rims so why not just get them looking fresh while i can.😅

[@motoric5188]

@@vbc3 For sure! Hope it turns out great for you! 🤞👍

[@koennodon]

When you removed the tape? Directly after the last coat? Or when it is dry?

[@motoric5188]

I've removed it after it dried up completely. I've let it to cure/dry for a day, with high temperatures in summer time. In some places this paint which is sort of gummy, sticks to the tape/protection. So be careful while you peel the tape/protection off the wheel, not to peel the paint along from the wheel as well. Thanks for your comment man, appreciate it!

[@koennodon]

@@motoric5188 thankss your welcome

[@foxtrotgolf5698]

Try to remove from one spoke after last coat while it is still wet. The edge of the paint might adhere back better, than when removing it completely dry. I haven’t tried it on spoke wheels yet but it did work on flat surfaces. Just a suggestion.

[@marcinm2491]

fkn perfect

[@Adeel_Ashfaq.]

What is the name of 2nd paint bottle u used

[@motoric5188]

Hi! That's a clear coat (transparent). Search for "plasti dip clear" or "full dip clear" depending on the manufacturer. Cheers!

[@Adeel_Ashfaq.]

@@motoric5188 thankuu gor your concern

[@motoric5188]

@@Adeel_Ashfaq. Np, you're welcome! Thanks for watching!! 👍

[@araxnoyfantos]

I'm thinking to paint mine but with 2k car paint because i have air gun. I'm thinking to remove the tyres, is better or will chip off when i put them back? Do you have some unpainted spots at the rim point that is tyre touching?

[@motoric5188]

If you have air gun that's better option than spray paints for sure. I do have some unpainted spots visible only if you get on your knees and try to look for them. Preparation is the key as with any paint job. One trick I've heard of.... worth doing when painting the rim with the tyre on it, is to loosen a pressure a bit. This way one should get paper in between the tyre and the rim easier. As far as tyre changing goes.. I've just recently changed mine and local mechanic did a good job destroying the paint :D So I just redid those spots with remaining spray paint. 2k paint will hold better against scratches that is for sure.

[@araxnoyfantos]

@@motoric5188 I have painted my xt plastics with special primer for non painted plastics and the paint shop added something in the paint to make it more elastic because xt plastics are too elastic. It's 3 years now and i bend the plastics many times without issue. I have keep some black paint from that. I have painted the engine covers with special primer for aluminum and have some primer left. So i was thinking to use the material already have but am hesitate to do it but i will do it soon or later

[@motoric5188]

@@araxnoyfantos Yeah man go for it. When you wear off existing tyres and replace with new, if not before. I bet your wheels will come out great!

[@OffroadaddictMedia]

Can you plastidip the spokes too or is it not Good?

[@motoric5188]

I think there would be no problem - to plastidip the spokes too. 👍

[@alexandrocubero7274]

What kind of paint do i need ?

[@motoric5188]

I've used Plasti Dip, one can of black and one can of clear coat. It's rubberized paint that can be peeled off. There are alternatives to plasti dip if you can't find it, like FlexiDip, PlastiDip, GummiDip,...

[@MantanPendekar888]

how to remove the brand sticker logo?

[@motoric5188]

Why would one do that? :D But if, I'm certain it would be impossible to do it without damaging the plastidip colour underneath.

[@kimkerttigon1894]

wow!

[@motoric5188]

Thanks for watching, man!

[@anime_world6844]

Does it stick long in steel/chrome?

[@motoric5188]

It held up for two riding seasons now.

[@janstefancic]

👍🏻

[@cocomartin238]

Any update with the paint today?

[@motoric5188]

Hey man! I'll copy paste my reply to similar question that got asked recently, hope you don't mind... "It held up for 2 seasons really well. I've then changed the entire rear wheel, so didn't use the one from the vid more than that.. Compressed air paint is still the way to go if one wants quality and more durable paint. One benefit of these gumi paints is that they can be easily taken/peeled off if needed though." Thanks for watching, cheers!

[@idawardani7167]

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[@EMS9729]

Hey, for how long does it stay on?

[@motoric5188]

Hi! Not really sure if I understand... I've painted the wheel last summer if that's the question - so it has now been more than a year since I've done it. The paint is holding up well. No peeling offs. As pointed out in the video, key is in the preparation and multiple thin layers of paint! Cheers!

[@EMS9729]

@@motoric5188 Hello, you’ve understand my question correct. Sorry if it was unclear. Over a year is pretty good. I maybe want to do it myself but then with a 50/50 design. (Half black half white color) I just want to have plasti dip in case I want to remove it for some reason. thanks for the quick respond and the good video of coarse! 😀

[@motoric5188]

@@EMS9729 One more thing regarding durability... Paint holds up good, unless there's some direct contact with it. Say when you're changing the tire. In that case paint from compressed air would be better choice, much better scratch resistance etc. Yeah, you should have little to no problems removing plasti dip if you decide to do so. It leaves no residue when it gets peeled off. Thanks for kind words and for watching, much appreciated!

[@EMS9729]

@@motoric5188 aah yes, thanks for that because I need a tire change ASAP. I will first change the tire and after that paint the rims👍🏻 I also had another question I saw in the comments someone saying something about a primer, do you recommend it?

[@motoric5188]

@@EMS9729 Would I paint the rim with air compressor I'd definitely use primer. But as for the plasti dip I wouldn't use it. I've watched many vids of people using plasti dip and I don't recall anyone using primer. Plasti dip covers the surface really well. Just degrease the surface and go for multiple thin layers and you'll end up with one thick gummi layer. :)

[@dirkstuff5820]

Sure hope you didn’t do that to sell on the market.

[@motoric5188]

Why would I do that? The rim is sitting in the garage ever since I've replaced it with aftermarket Excel one. I actually did have it listed for a while, but with zero interest for the rim unfortunately. It now collects dust like a baws!

[@dirkstuff5820]

@@motoric5188 I’ve seen parts listed for sale that gave off the impression that the paint job was OEM or professionally done. I even bought a motorcycle once, thinking the tank color was OEM, only to find out due to spilled fuel that it was rattle-can’ed. I just saw you place the sticker on top of the Plasti Dip, and it made me think you were selling it without clarifying that it’s simply Plasti Dip. So long as one is being transparent in sales, all good.

[@motoric5188]

Oh I think I get it now. Because of stickers right? No, I did have it listed with ful disclosure that it is not genuine Excel rim. These originals are BEHR which are pricey as well though. But as said, I still have it. Thanks for watching, cheers!

[@motoric5188]

@@dirkstuff5820 Hehe yeah I got it on a second thought what you've meant. I've put the stickers on so that it looked like a matching witht the front rime which was Excel at the time of painting the rear already. Was fooling no one but myself with it though. From a close inspection it is clear that it is a sticker and not genuine Excel rim. I couldn't trick anyone even if I could, it's that obvious. Sucks to hear for your experience man. In my experiences, at least where I live, motorcycle communities are known to be great. Pretty much awesone and genuine people only. This why I like it a lot and hope it stays this way for good! 👍

[@calvingrant9800]

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[@motoric5188]

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