How to restore old dirt bike plastics. This is the best way to restore old scratched faded dirt bike plastic.
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@TaylorMade_2D3 жыл бұрын
I appreciate his honesty, thanks for the advice and great video 👌🏾
@vegasromaniac4 жыл бұрын
Very interesting, I love saving a buck, you got my vote on this one
@BrokenSprocket4 жыл бұрын
Thanks mate lots of work.
@Sadprince2982 жыл бұрын
Thank you very much , you are great guy.Greetings from Czech rep.
@kevinconnolly7543 жыл бұрын
Need to finish with 1500 grit sandpaper, then go over with a heat gun, finish with a lambswool buffing pad with NO cutting compound or polish, just the pad.
@farmermike42783 жыл бұрын
^wool pad shined my plastic to extremely close to new. Careful with the heat though cause it will off colour it if you put too much to it.
@GT7.RevvedUp2 ай бұрын
@@farmermike4278do you think I have to worry with white plastics?
@dwayneanthony78034 жыл бұрын
Cheers bro, was what I needed to see 👍
@PeteHenschelАй бұрын
Very helpful bud thanx 👍
@shepss217 Жыл бұрын
So glad your honest about it. Yeah for $20 i’m buying new
@roymtz53752 жыл бұрын
Thanks For Your Video…. Very Helpful….
@jahara21492 жыл бұрын
Had the exact same experience. After hours in the garage, a bunch of wasted wet sanding paper(800,1000,2000,4000) a bunch of different polishing compounds and alot of clogged polishing pads all i got were a hazy matt finish. I've polished several cars to perfection but this was different. I later tried heating the plastic with a heat gun which did bring shine to it but it was an absolutely terrible kind of shiny. The rear fender is now in the trash and i will buy a new one for 20 or so bucks. Should have listened to my dad 😂
@simondallow6771 Жыл бұрын
Use a heat gun
@user-rd7dg9dd4g Жыл бұрын
Great video was thinking about giving this ago. Good effort, but you have saved me a lot of time and I've decided to go for new ones
@BrokenSprocket Жыл бұрын
It's lots of work and only worth it if you can't buy new ones.
@inthepumpkinpatch53834 жыл бұрын
Another great video thanks for sharing I agree just go by new plastics but it's funny because I've been cleaning up my plastics . They're not so bad where they need replaced but they definitely could use a good cleaning I had a hard time getting the deep dirt out and I was polishing some chrome with something called never dull I'm not sure why but I tried it on the plastic and it worked amazing and took out all of the deep dirt my white plastics were white again 😊
@BrokenSprocket4 жыл бұрын
Yeah I often try different products just to see what happens. On white plastic wax and grease remover also works.
@raizt1596 Жыл бұрын
The problem is that the shine doesnt come back like new. Lots of products will clean the dirt, but nothing seems to get that shine back.
@drewmiller79084 жыл бұрын
Hey mate what a video I’ve always wanted to try and clean my plastics on my bike and this video really helped thanks mate
@BrokenSprocket4 жыл бұрын
Glad it helped but its a lot of work..
@drewmiller79084 жыл бұрын
Broken Sprocket yeah it was but I like the results thanks for you video mate
@mocool053 жыл бұрын
Nice!! What backing track did you use? adds a really calming feel to the video?
@stoepie10154 жыл бұрын
Hi Steve. Years ago I repaired the covers on my LTZ400. I tried everything you tried back then and it was a nightmare. I then found a post from someone that reccomended a mix of thinners and boiled linseed oil. It worked like a charm. The deep scratches still needed some manual attention.
@stoepie10154 жыл бұрын
I also did the heatgun method, but only use that when your covers are completely clean. Otherwise you will be left with a nice permanent dirty look.
@BrokenSprocket4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the feedback I will give it a try next time because that was a lot of hard work.
@jared8324 Жыл бұрын
Another thing that worked good enough for me, take a super strong degreaser scrub the heck out of it, lightly sand the tough spots, then spray paint it, then a layer of clear coat had it looking pretty dang good
@BrokenSprocket Жыл бұрын
Thanks for sharing 👍
@user-ks8pf5yk4m5 ай бұрын
You make excellent points. It seems like you can work 40 hours plus $30 of razor blades, sandpaper, polish and other supplies to get your old plastics looking nice--or spend $150 on new plastics.
@macca4624 жыл бұрын
I did the same thing when I got my old banger to get back into riding, after the last sand, instead of a buff, I was told to try running a heat gun over it. Worked ok. Not wrong about it being time consuming though! (a few beers helps pass the time!)
@BrokenSprocket4 жыл бұрын
Yeah my heat gun is broken.
@k0d0kan Жыл бұрын
Wow this is great! I know it's an old video but thank you for the tutorial.
@BrokenSprocket Жыл бұрын
Thanks mate appreciate the feedback.
@mxruben19964 жыл бұрын
Try putting a bit of heat on the plastic It shines it very good And also amazing video as always😀😁
@BrokenSprocket4 жыл бұрын
Thanks mate my heat gun packed it in so I had to puff it instead.
@Kreidlerjugend3 жыл бұрын
using a heat gun boils out the plasticizers/softeners, so it will start to crack after a few weeks. Had this problem on my Honda XL...
@dirtshart3 жыл бұрын
I've used the razor blade like that for years but found a way thats way faster at smoothing out most of the lite scratches and shines the plastic back up all at once.
@victoroneill43812 жыл бұрын
share your secret?
@dirtshart2 жыл бұрын
@@victoroneill4381 I'll try and make a video this week I didn't have a old bike with faded plastics but just bought a old xr600 and just got the supplies yesterday actually.
@Mkosub4 жыл бұрын
Great video like always 👍🏻
@BrokenSprocket4 жыл бұрын
Appreciate that.
@jj629ful2 жыл бұрын
Where you find them wheels for the drill bit at? What they are call looks like a eraser but looks like cotton like fabric at the end of it?
@mitjabrvar46723 жыл бұрын
Can i do only with sandpaper and without polish the plastics to put graphics decals on or u prefer polishing to? I heard about the torch version too but i dont have it and it sees complicated :) sry for my bad english :D
@dannyfubar30992 жыл бұрын
I wish I had a purchase option for my 1984 XL project. Thank You for sharing.
@nigebake2 жыл бұрын
i am dong a 83 XL. same issue. did you find any solution?
@dannyfubar30992 жыл бұрын
@@nigebake Unfortunately nothing after market. I purchased used in very good condition.
@junkhondas4813 жыл бұрын
Looks mint. He must own a plastics making factory as he kept saying it’s garbage
@bubblebass30022 жыл бұрын
Thinking about doing this can’t find plastics for my bike just gotta get the wrap off
@JoeJoeMoto4 жыл бұрын
I've used PC Racing Plastic Restoration Kits before with REALLY good success.
@BrokenSprocket4 жыл бұрын
Thanks mate I will check it out.
@advsquared4 жыл бұрын
I guess you finally hit your limit of how much time you're willing to put in refurbishing a part, it's just not worth it.
@BrokenSprocket4 жыл бұрын
No it's not worth it when you can grab new ones for a good price.
@ryanhemmings47993 жыл бұрын
@@BrokenSprocket well this video is helpful since the bike I'm restoring you can't buy plastics for good video mate
@gulag_dt3 жыл бұрын
This was very useful to me because i cant buy all Yamaha dt 50 2003-2011 plastics and you can only buy single piece and all plastics can cost over 300$ or 350ish€
@frankyalvarez71603 жыл бұрын
@@BrokenSprocket I have a Honda atc that is in really good condition, Looking to spruce up the plastics as they have dulled a bit and I want to keep it as original as I can.
@hesstonclick52113 жыл бұрын
it is if you cant buy plastics for your bike
@Tommy-iv4cdАй бұрын
Thank u
@flyingosom2022 жыл бұрын
when you sand it is the chalkyness sposed to come back?
@dmo8482 жыл бұрын
Literally jus put chemical guys tire shine on my quad. Made it brand new from an off green white to dark green
@prometheus70863 жыл бұрын
You can put some grease or something on it if you want the extra shine
@Drewskii552 жыл бұрын
Is there a easier faster way to take the scratches out with the blade
@TNTMOTO3 жыл бұрын
If you want to speed this whole process up, have it look like new and last. Here is what you can do. Cheap $20 electric orbital palm sander. You can still do the razor blade if you want or just start with water and 180 grit then 220/300/400/600/800/1000. For tight spots you will have to sand by hand, but you will be amazed what you can get done with the palm sander and how fast. Once you have your desired color back, use a sheeps wool buffing wheel on a variable speed drill or buffer. Be careful not to heat it up to much with the wool or you will melt the plastic. For added protection you can use auto polish at the end if you want. I also use a heat gun as part of the process but it is not required, it just richens the faded color if needed. If this not for you and new plastic is available then that is a more viable option. But not all plastics are available and if they are the quality and fit can be terrible.
@victoroneill43812 жыл бұрын
I was going to say check out TNT MOTO his plastic restorations are like all his quality work looks at all options takes his time for perfect results top notch always.
@allanshpeley4284 Жыл бұрын
Thanks for the tips TNT
@souhailshamaissem75642 жыл бұрын
Why didn't you apply clear coat without having to polish the guard with si many different buffing heads
@wilba25694 жыл бұрын
Bloody mint video mate
@BrokenSprocket4 жыл бұрын
Thanks mate appreciate the feedback.
@kevinknutsen38663 жыл бұрын
What's the best way to fix stripped out fuel tank plastic bolt holes. Like the ones for the radiator shroud bolts.
@BrokenSprocket3 жыл бұрын
Plastic glue.
@MF-yw7vl3 жыл бұрын
That's freaking great work man that looks shiny to me man that's outstanding
@BrokenSprocket3 жыл бұрын
Thanks mate appreciate the feedback
@behindbarswithnoodles4 жыл бұрын
Looks good on tv, but yeah wow a lot of effort , i’m with you. buy new ones 👍👍👊👊 but like you said if you can’t buy them cause to old. it would be satisfying to do this way,🤙🤙
@BrokenSprocket4 жыл бұрын
Thanks mate up close you can see imprefections way to much work for some plastics.
@dreamsworld20673 жыл бұрын
good job brod
@slagletoby3 жыл бұрын
Good review. I’m not into polishing a terd💩 either.
@CHEEBnRUN Жыл бұрын
You think a heat gun would help?
@devonmanne25759 ай бұрын
How did it hold up?
@ManBikeSwag2 ай бұрын
A heatgun would help! It melts the old plastic and reactivates it. I get great results
@gohobby99343 жыл бұрын
Lol! I think this is the first "how to" video I watched from beginning to end, only to be told at the end, "Don't do it this way...it takes too long...just buy new plastic!" Ha! I sort of thought that from the beginning but was waiting for some sort of magic. Nonetheless, there are times where I just need to clean up a small section of plastic and I think your suggestions are good for that! Thanks!
@BrokenSprocket3 жыл бұрын
Yeah it's good for fuel tanks or plastics that are not available any more but to much work for the everyday plastics.
@slakk50934 жыл бұрын
When you were doing it I was thinking this is a lot of work, I have an entire bike to do 😁
@BrokenSprocket4 жыл бұрын
Mate it was a lot of work so good luck with your bike lol...
@slakk50934 жыл бұрын
@@BrokenSprocket your video convinced me ti just buy a set, they are only $189 AUD. thanks for saving me a lot of frustration 👌
@BrokenSprocket4 жыл бұрын
I,d only do this if new parts are not available.
@kyle123672 жыл бұрын
for the shine buff with linseed oil
@scott1brayden2 Жыл бұрын
Quick scrib and flash with blow torch take seconds vs hours
@rv_jumpshotz11393 жыл бұрын
I might have to do this... I’m trying to find plastics for a 1986 Yamaha XT600 and can’t find any
@BrokenSprocket3 жыл бұрын
Good luck lots of work ahead.
@rv_jumpshotz11393 жыл бұрын
Broken Sprocket Thank you and wouldn’t some clear coat finish on the plastics fill the cracks and chips?
@BrokenSprocket3 жыл бұрын
@@rv_jumpshotz1139 I'm not sure if it will flake off over time.
@unclebucksoutdooradventure9299 Жыл бұрын
Lightly grazing it with a torch will bring the shine back.
@MVDBR4 жыл бұрын
Man that looked heaps better 👌
@BrokenSprocket4 жыл бұрын
Thanks mate looks good on camera up close you can see imperfections .
@marcoab3 жыл бұрын
Es más fácil limpiar bien, lijar y aplicar vinilo que queda muy bien y protege sino directamente comprar plásticos nuevos en vez de perder tanto tiempo...
@bubbleBLL2 жыл бұрын
Instead of a razor blade I've use stealwool pads, keep them wet as your working. Then rinse, dry.. lightly hit with a heat gun.
@shazzaisdabest12 ай бұрын
I need to try this, unfortunately i cant just go buy plastics, my bike is a 1982 xr200r and its the classic red variety at that, that no one makes the colour of anymore. Its incredibly chalky and faded
@shazzaisdabest12 ай бұрын
I can buy replacements yes, after lots of digging ive found a small few that do make them, but in the new red colour not the old red colour. And ive seen comments about from the same company the front and the back are completely different reds even tho they say they are the same.
@Lukeysout_2 жыл бұрын
Gotta be happy with that
@Offensiveword2 жыл бұрын
Mabe heat it up with. Heat gun to finish it?
@georgiasonnenberg5768 Жыл бұрын
what bike is that plastics from?
@BrokenSprocket Жыл бұрын
2003 RM125
@flipinjon74872 жыл бұрын
I would use a SOS pad afterwards with oil on it
@rickghracing88393 жыл бұрын
unfortunatly this didnt work for me on my suzuki plastics, hope other people where more succesfull tho!
@michaelpresey22733 жыл бұрын
I'm sure if you put a clear coat on it after it'd be shiny
@quintinhughes69674 жыл бұрын
anyone else try to blow that bug away from their computer at 0:55?
@BrokenSprocket4 жыл бұрын
Yeah I was doing that when I was editing the video lol.
@vegasromaniac4 жыл бұрын
And don't forget, wax on wax off...
@OffCamberInd3 жыл бұрын
Good tutorial, but unless you’re doing a classic restoration... just buy the $20 fender
@perfectlynormal57293 жыл бұрын
So, I guess the moral of the story is to go ahead and buy another set of plastics for your bike, even if you don't really need them just yet, and tuck them away in a safe place for later use. If you wait too long, they may stop making the pieces you need.
@BrokenSprocket3 жыл бұрын
It's not worth doing if you can buy new plastics for your bike that's for sure.
@perfectlynormal57293 жыл бұрын
@@BrokenSprocket You'll never have to twist my arm to buy parts to replace perfectly good other parts. It's a man thing, I think. LOL
@BrokenSprocket3 жыл бұрын
🤣😂👍
@giovannitorres33944 жыл бұрын
Why not just grab a da sander hit it with that and just heat it up with a torch
@BrokenSprocket4 жыл бұрын
Thanks mate that could also work appreciate the feedback...
@tyler37322 жыл бұрын
Awsome! But Takes to long
@grahamrose8328 Жыл бұрын
Well done quick fix I reckon
@This0is0pointless Жыл бұрын
Idk a fenders like 20 or 30 bucks, I'm sure you used that in materials or more doing this, good try though
@Lando942 жыл бұрын
I tried this spent hours wet-sanding heating up with a torch all the tricks and it just doesn’t come back to how it was like he said save the time buy a $100 plastics kit you’ll thank me later
@drago76214 жыл бұрын
Kurde chłopie, przyjedź do Polski
@MechaNick033 жыл бұрын
Shoin
@ryanhemmings47993 жыл бұрын
Lol on the camera it looks new
@ciccorilla4 жыл бұрын
Good on ya for having a crack.
@BrokenSprocket4 жыл бұрын
Thanks mate appreciate it.
@James-wd9ib3 жыл бұрын
Meh, good enough for me
@highsnburgers48624 жыл бұрын
Museum work. You'd hate to get any dirt on it after spending $100 of your time on it.
@BrokenSprocket4 жыл бұрын
😉👍 for sure
@jeraldguevarra1123 жыл бұрын
plastic is cheap.. buy a new one.. good experiment though... but nah, ill throw the old one and spend more time in my dirt bike
@uwillgg Жыл бұрын
How to restore old plastics.. Buy new ones 🤣🤣🤣
@markferguson42554 жыл бұрын
I've seen people on youtube use a blow torch that makes old crappy plastic come good. kzbin.info/www/bejne/aoOVamhtaJWprsU there a plastic buffing kit with the right compund at bunnings. www.bunnings.com.au/craftright-7-piece-buffing-kit_p6360266
@BrokenSprocket4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the feedback I will look for the buffing kit next time I'm at Bunnings .
@egantheg8684 Жыл бұрын
My poor ass can't buy new ones thanks
@jaredbauer30583 жыл бұрын
So this video is mislabeled then - it should be "Don't even attempt to restore plastics..."
@BrokenSprocket3 жыл бұрын
It depends on how much time you have lol...
@ExclusiveLM2 жыл бұрын
Change this video title to........ Don't try to restore this plastic, just buy it new.
@jamesw98032 жыл бұрын
Change the title to something honest, not clickbait
@bhenderson76514 жыл бұрын
WTF. wasted time again
@BrokenSprocket4 жыл бұрын
🤣😂🤣 I'm good at that.
@EASEAOW4 жыл бұрын
I sanded my plastics down recently and used Carpro Perl (car tyre/plastic colour restorer) with decent short term results but I think I'm going to do it again and lacquer them after instead. Should restore the shine and protect from UV fading.