Motorcycle Paint Protection - Ducati 899 Panigale

[@glenwhyte2555]

Was thinking about getting paint protection put on my new 636 and remembered you getting your panigale done, so scrolled through your play list ! Can't believe it was three years ago i watched this 😳

[@angrydan0266]

I got Tony to come to me and work his magic on my Panigale 899 after watching this video. As expected he did an amazing job, cannot big him up enough :)

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Indeed, he offers a great service and I love his attention to detail, highly recommended!

[@angrydan0266]

Ive already pointed him in the direction of others, sadly he is not doing work at your home these days. But still worth the trip to get your bike protected.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

That's a shame, that was a lot of the benefit!

[@HoagesMoto]

Tony the legend is the only one I've found that offers any kit at all for my Triumph 1200 SMQ Scrambler which is insane as it's a clear coated pretty ADV bike with a tank that will be imediately covered in scratches if you grip the bike properly. I've been babying the bike for over 12 months now as no local PPF applicators over in Aus could be bothered with it. Stoked to have finally found a quality kit that'll I'll apply myself. TONY - make a LHS/RHS side cover and front fender kit for it so I can buy it as well mate.

[@ClutchFirst]

Being that it's a Ducati. You know I had to click the link asap. WOOOOHOOO! Congratulation on the new Panigale. Tony is extremely immaculate about applying the paint protector. 👍🏽

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

+CLUTCH1ST Hi again clutch1st - so I take it you know Tony then?? ....I love it that he is more OCD than me (well at least on a par), just the sort of fella I want working on my bikes :0) Thanks for stopping by once again, all the best - TMF

[@MrDragzHD]

She looks amazing, can't wait to see future videos on her!

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

+Harvey W Thanks Harvey....just need some warm dry weather now...so you may be waiting a few weeks!!! Cheers - TMF

[@rickp9946]

I wanted to get Tony to come to me but he was too busy - so I opted to buy the kit and try it myself. Big mistake - don't do it - just book him early and get him to come and do it if you can. Whilst what he is doing looks fairly easy and the promotional videos for the 3M Ventureshield look simple enough it isn't easy at all. And you don't get any practice bits - you are straight in! Tony himself is a nice guy to deal with - wish he could have done it.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Yeah, he sure makes it look easy but he's been at it for a long time.....I can see why he's in such great demand!

[@nikoscosmos]

Amazing how he gets all the air bubbles out! Super job.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

+Nick Laskaris Hi Nick, good to hear from you again - and yes, I guess practice makes perfect in this game, certainly a far better job than I could have managed on my own...thoroughly recommended!

[@lethalmizzle]

The shortened intro is spot on

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

+Big Ted Adventures Great news Big Ted Adventures - glad you approve! ;0)

[@charlieryan1736]

Bike looks beautiful and protected. Thanks for another great video

[@izoazlion1575]

You're quite the TV host Mr Missenden! Beautiful bike, you must be dying to get it out there.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

+Izo Azlion Cheers Izo, yes, just need a decent bit of weather for it now - the bike texted me last night via it's tracker to tell me the battery is running out...so best hook up the charger first! Thanks for watching and for your kind comments - TMF

[@steffydog]

Stunning job, keep the 899 looking fab

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Yes, good investment that was, my 899's paint work is still as good as the day I bought it...

[@isaaclowe5895]

Looks incredible, beautiful bike

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

+Isaac Lowe Thank you Isaac....

[@chorseundgrd]

I'm from 6 years in the future. I like the old TMF intro

[@ewanoffshore]

Such a beautiful bike, stunning! 😍

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

+ewanoffshore I agree :0)

[@RichDunn]

My Porsche is covered in 3M clear film. I recently hit an unavoidable chrome bumper that had fallen off the car in front of me. It left deep scratches and I feared thousands in a respray job. But removing the film revealed a perfect finish beneath it. I got a section replaced cheaply and it now you'd never know. I intend to have all my future cars and bikes wrapped if possible. Money well spent TMF!

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Good to know Richard - thanks for the info and for stopping by - cheers! TMF

[@MegaLingster15]

hey, great video, and great job on the abridged intro!

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

+George Illing Thanks George - glad you approve and well spotted on the intro :0)

[@Cp3_james]

That's actually pretty neat I had been wondering how this was done on bikes a few weeks back

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

+James' Riding Adventures Glad to be able to enlighten you James :0)

[@I.am.Cornholio]

Amazing looking bike!!

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

+DROPBAK Thank you Dropbak - the Italians sure do know how to knock out a decent looking machine don't they! All the best - TMF

[@slick007nick]

Very informative! I have garage envy..!

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

+Surrey Rider Aww shucks (blush)

[@NishadAbdulkhader]

Hi Mike , which is best for paint protection ( glossy as well as Matt finishes) ? 3M film or Wax or ACF-50 like anitrust products .. please advise

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Who's Mike out of interest?

[@NishadAbdulkhader]

@@TheMissendenFlyer sorry I thought your name is Mike ..

[@Ff6022]

Awesome. Be interested to see how it holds up. After 5/6yrs I've had to take it off my Daytona as in some places the edges starts to collect dirt and it shows where the protection is and can't clean it as it gets underneath. Mine was visishield and professionally applied. Believe me wen I say I'm more OCD with cleaning than you are lol. But it has protected the important stuff.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

+Ff6022 ...interesting feedback Ff6022, the edges are noticeable when you run your finger over (for example) the tank, so it will be interesting to see if this film goes the same way...the beauty of it is of course the paintwork underneath should still be OK and it's cheap enough to get redone every 3-5 years (if you tend to keep your bikes that long). Thanks for watching and for stopping by to comment. All the best - TMF

[@mastergtheone]

did the wrap removal affect any stickers on your bike?

[@superbenandbooks]

Great looking bike TMF, when is a ownership review coming for the Ducati?? Excited to see what your ownership experience has been like!

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

+bcop1534 Thanks bcop1534 - I will do a long term review but I feel to give it a reasonable crack I need to have been riding her for at least a year, so I'm afraid an 11 month wait for that one!! All I can say is so far so good! :0) Thanks for watching and stopping by - TMF

[@HepcatHarley]

That reminds me I've got some 3M helicopter tape to put on mine. That laminate looks good and conformable to the curves. I've seen some that are self-healing too, so if it gets damaged it will self-repair....must be a pain to cut on the plotter if it does that lol :)

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

+Hepcat Harley Hi again HH - good to hear from you. ...and yes that particular PPF stretches so it goes onto complex shapes rather well, apparently the "self healing" thing is a bit of a gimmick, and as you say, a complete pig when you're trying to cut out the shapes!!! :0) Cheers for watching...all the best for now - TMF

[@Matt92766]

Can't wait for the better weather to come so you can go for a ride and open her up! my only form of transport is a motorbike, 125. at the moment but should change this year as I turn 24, I wish I'd of taken steps to protect my bike she's nearly 3 years old and starting to show signs of all year riding :( when I get my street triple because it's naked I'd definately be interested in any tips you have of keeping yours clean and any specific problem areas you've spotted? thanks TMF good videos as usual 👍

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

+MattAshton Cheers Matt - that makes two of us!! Yes give me a shout when you get the ST, I wish someone had told me about paint wear on the tank when I got mine, I would definitely have got her covered in one of these paint protection films....if just the tank (the rest seems to hold up pretty well). Be careful out there in this cold wet icy stuff...TMF

[@bikersquest]

Very nice job, I imagine naked bikes are a quick job, how long did the process take?

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

+Bikers Quest Started at around 09:30, finished by 16:00....so not a quick process....

[@carlitoytchannel2794]

I like wrapping computer cut protection to Ducati very easy

[@thelastcoyote1423]

Hi. Wondered if you can tell me- can you continue to polish and wax the bike after the film has been applied? Thanks.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Yes - as normal....

[@thelastcoyote1423]

TheMissendenFlyer - many thanks for such a quick response. I’m interested in the Supersport and don’t think the paint is lacquered either. Best.

[@RedAceplayer]

Thanks for the video TheMissendenFlyer, bike's looking top notch! I just noticed the size of your number plates on your bikes and wondered if you get any issues with them (not being the generally larger UK size). I was considering having mine changed to a smaller one, but feared it was not allowed.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

+Ace Teller Hi Ace Teller - Nope, I've never had an issue. I don't fit the very small ones and I guess if you got stopped for something else and was then shirty with the police you may have a problem, but personally no problems so far (said with fingers crossed)....

[@muffinhandsactual]

Bike looks beautiful, you git! So are the panels easy enough to replace, if you do damage one? Does seem like a good idea, and'll give you piece of mind, I imagine.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

+Muffin Hands Apparently they're easy enough to replace if they need it, just peel off and apply another! Glad you like the bike :0)

[@muffinhandsactual]

Well seems like there's no downsides, then. How does it look on the matt paint? I'd have thought the edges are more visible. If not, I'll suggest this to a mate who recently bought a new bike. I don't just like the bike, I want it! Don't let me near it! Only 65 more days till spring, then we can all enjoy it.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

+Muffin Hands Edges are virtually invisible on the gloss and matt sections, so no problems there! ....and yes, counting down the days until Spring :0)

[@placeboeffect3242]

Sorry to be late to the party but would you consider having the protection applied to all of your bikes?

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

+Placebo Effect Yes sure I would - I only actively hunted it out for the 899 as Ducati don't apply a clear coat of lacquer to the machine as standard (where as on my other bikes the manufacturers have)....

[@elmo2001lou]

I've noticed that there is wear on my tank but also on the top part of the fairing where it comes into contact with my knees, was this part addressed with the kit that was fitted?I ask this because on some websites they don't appear to show this bit as being part of the kit.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Yep - all protected in the TJD kit...in fact Tony focuses on these areas....

[@christinaannabel]

Thank you for posting. Since the film is the very subject of this video, would you please provide the product name? Thanks. Perhaps you can share the name of the software program, as well. (From a U.S. Rider considering purchasing a new Vespa.)

[@robs7741]

3M scotch guard is one and so also Avery Dennison makes a protection film. I bought a sheet of the 3M material on eBay.

[@ewashbrook05]

Do you have to be careful when washing it now? I'd be worried I'd snag an edge and a whole piece would peel off

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

+Emlyn Washbrook It seems pretty well stuck down....but the same thought did occur to me - although I tend to use very soft wash mitts so aren't really anticipating a major issue - I'll find out and report back!

[@ewashbrook05]

+TheMissendenFlyer That is a good point actually, I won't exactly be scrubbing my bike with a scouring pad in any case ;) Thanks for the reply!

[@user-sv6qq8tp9x]

Hi tmf do you know if Tony is still available.... Found him thanks

[@michaelray9727]

Looks awesome, I think it looks a little bit darker in colour! Maybe that's just the camera or lighting?

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

+Michael Ray Thanks Michael - I suspect that's lighting in my man-cave, in the flesh she looks a decent Ducati red, on these videos she seems to gain an orangey hue that isn't there in reality (I'm glad to say!)....thanks for watching and for stopping by, all the best - TMF

[@therealmrcheese]

bit off topic but what do you do with insurance on all your bikes? I'm amassing quite the collection myself and currently have individual policies on them, so yea just wondering if there's a multi policies for bikes.. cheers

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

+therealmrcheese It's a real issue - I have two "multibike" policies that cover two bikes each (I have argued witht he insurance company if the maximum is two then it is hardly "multibike" but they don't seem too interested!!) - if you find a solution for more machines please let me know!

[@therealmrcheese]

+TheMissendenFlyer yea I'm finding same problem, only solution I can think of is a traders policie but I'm not strictly a trader. looks like its 2 policies for me nxt year as well then, oh well beats the 3 iv got at the mo, only just tho! grrrr lol. . but il keep searching, never know I might find something

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

+therealmrcheese Yes it's a real pain isn't it - I noticed in last weeks MCN one company that claimed to do multi-multi bike policies, so they are probably out there (just whenever I'm up for renewal I can't find them!!!)

[@thechilternturbo1185]

+therealmrcheese Try Bikesure, they told me they have an underwriter that covers up to four bikes.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

+Bucks Biker Ooh, good call, thanks for that....(in fact it may have been their green advert I saw in MCN).....

[@johnnyflies6]

Hi Love the vids After having worn the protective film for some time can you tell me how its worn Im about to pick up new 1299s and would like a similar product applied Cheers

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

It's been brilliant - 9 months later and the bike still looks good as new as does the film - thoroughly recommended!

[@oliver8451]

What about the reliability of the 899 Panigale? Is it possible to use it as a daily bike. Most of the ducs are ridden just once a week or less...

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Well mine has been completely reliable - but then it's not used as a daily ride as you say...

[@jhkleinberg2]

Where did u buy the pre cut flim? What brand is it also and how do you like it still today.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Did you watch the video? You get it from the fella who fits it - and yes, still going strong....

[@Sir_Gonzo]

Do you reckon you could have stompgrips installed on top of the film?

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Yes, I don't see why not....

[@keesverhagen9227]

Need something like that because for my bike there are no chrashbars available.

[@pjeball]

Bike looks good TMF! I can vouch for G-Technic being great stuff as well - your bike should be much easier to clean in future too.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

+pjeball Thanks pjeball, yes that G-Technic stuff looks expensive but Tony certainly recommends it and if you do too then I think I shall have to invest in some. Thanks for stopping by and good to hear from you again...cheers - TMF

[@hxgianni1]

Hello mate. I was wondering if there's a kit for the 2015 Ducati Monster ? Cheers.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

+Helmuth R Alpizar Better ask Tony! ;0)

[@engfranciscoandrade5771]

Hello, I look for paint protector for my ducati 959 panigale 2016, My 959 2016 is original matt white color, the protective film works in this matt configuration? in my case the painting is matt, it will have to be a matt film right? I sent an try email to tony but I did not get an answer. Do you think you can help me get one? I am from Portugal Best regards

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Well Tony only works in the UK so you'd have to find something similar locally - and yes, matt film on matt paint......

[@engfranciscoandrade5771]

@@TheMissendenFlyer ok, thanks for fast feedback 👍

[@stevel3861]

I've just bought a 899 with paint protection on. What do you use to clean any scuffs on it? I've noticed a few minor scuffs on it wth knee marks or the odd brushing across it. Any cleaning tips, never had paint protection before 🙏

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

+Steve L I just treat mine like any normal cleaning job and use the same products - hadn't really considered doing anything different! ...so far so good.... congrats on the new bike by the way, good choice, how are you finding it??

[@stevel3861]

Hey, thanks for the reply. Yeah I absolutely love the 899. Had a 848evo in the past...if you thought maintenance was expensive that's a killer. I moved to a Ducati scrambler but went for it and Now I have the 899 and scrambler feels it's a nice combo. Love the vids you put up great stuff 👍

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Cheers Steve - ride safe!

[@andrekhoury6252]

does this film protect it from color fading due to sun

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

I don't know - I imagine not as it's transparent but I guess it could be UV resistant.....

[@michaelmcmillan8814]

Did you find out which make of film it was?

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

I dont recall, this was a long time ago now...Still going strong though!

[@michaelmcmillan8814]

@@TheMissendenFlyer no worries mate. That's good to hear I'm going to order some today for my rc8

[@ttking001]

How much should I expect to pay for this type of work?

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

IIRC it was around £120 fitted - a bargain! may be different now this was good few years ago...

[@roadbypass]

May i ask, would matt paintwork also benefit from this? (Eg street triple Rx - my bike's - matt silver)

[@roadbypass]

*matte

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

+roadbypass Absolutely yes - I had the front mudguard of my Panigale done in a matt film and you just can't tell it's there. Wish I had done my Street Triple when I bought it, over the 3 years I've had it the tank has become quite dulled despite the tank protectors I applied....if you have a nice new bike I thoroughly recommend this. Good luck with the Rx - great machine!

[@birdoneword]

Haha, I know Tony. Recognise those glasses anywhere. He does a great job

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

+birdoneword Oops....was trying to keep him anonymous (OK I named him, lots!)

[@birdoneword]

+TheMissendenFlyer well you have plenty of subscribers for him to get a bit of business from. Win win for him.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

+birdoneword Fair enough..... ;0)

[@ckryegrass11]

So....what's the name of the product. Bit of fairly important info I must say.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

+ckryegrass11 As I mentioned it's a TJD Paint Protection kit - it's something Tony makes up especially for your bike, it's not something you can just go out and buy...excellent product though and Tony does a top job of applying.....all the best - TMF

[@ckryegrass11]

TheMissendenFlyer Thank you very much sir. Looking forward to rewarding myself with a new Ducati next year if the oil business rebounds a little.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Fingers crossed for you then!

[@gunton21]

yes it is a good job and a lovely looking bike i'm envious! but unfortunately my body won't bend to meet the important parts on a bike. shame to get it dirty. as always a great video.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

+Peter Gunton Thanks for your support again Peter, I agree that it will be a bit of a drag to get her dirty but I did buy this beast to ride so I'm afraid that will happen (and hopefully soon!). Cheers for now - TMF

[@samiam8779]

Found it! Thanks TMF!

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

You’re welcome....

[@GTsGarage]

Odd how Ducati don't put a top coat on, will now have to look that up and find out why lol

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

+GTs Garage Yes it's completely nuts, I can only assume it's a cost saving measure....but makes no sense for the owner. Only applies to the red bike by the way, not the white...

[@nigelpstreet]

+TheMissendenFlyer The white 899 is matt, so wouldn't have a top coat, but the red bike should, even the lesser Monsters have a top coat. It's this reason alone I didn't buy an 899, just one too many compromises on what is still an expensive bike. I checked at the bike show, and the 959 doesn't have a top coat either. You've come up with a good solution there. I used that film on my previous bikes, and applied it myself, but the kit alone was getting on for £100, so £200 fitted seems excellent value.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

+Nigel Street I agree with everything you say Nigel.....

[@glennmaxfield6618]

How much did it cost you?????

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

+Glenn Maxfield £299 supplied and fitted...

[@glennmaxfield6618]

Thanks for the reply. Is it the same as a vynal wrap.

[@honestscentz9300]

oh ok see I live in the states in NJ

[@honestscentz9300]

how much it cost

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

+Jamil Wilcox it cost £299 fitted

[@sujankumar660]

Hi I need an Yamaha R3 ppf so can I get it frm u ?

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

No

[@mOoduck22]

Sadly Tony is too busy to apply these kits himself these days, so if you do buy one you are left with trying to find someone to fit it. They are sold with everything you need to fit it yourself, but you will definitely make a complete mess of it unless you have a good amount of experience fitting decals to bikes, for example. I bought a full kit for the 2021 Hayabusa but still looking for someone reasonably local to put them on the bike.

[@alexbruno7979]

I've bought a full kit from Tony for my 21 busa as well, but I'm having trouble of actually finding someone on a 30-40mile radius to install it for me, some of them don't do motorcycles and the others won't install kit's provided by others, the only ones who where willing to install my kit quoted me £700 which is ridiculous.

[@mOoduck22]

@@alexbruno7979 I eventually got mine fitted by a company in Daventry. They do their own kits but were willing to fit mine for £300. The TJD kit for the Gen 3 Hayabusa has a lot of pieces (more than any other I think, so its a lot of work to fit).

[@alexbruno7979]

@ZOODUCK £300 sounds fair for the work involved, Daventry isn't far from me, could you please tell me who installed it for you. Thank you

[@mOoduck22]

@@alexbruno7979 The company is Bodyguard UK and it was Jarrod that installed the TJD kit for me.

[@emmylou1012]

Without the laqueror film, I suspect the bike would eventually go pinky red in the sun.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

+jeff birchall Yes I forgot to mention, this film not only protects from scratches, chips and swirls but also keeps out UV - mind you the film doesn't cover the entire bike so if it was left out in the sun long term perhaps I'd end up with a two tone reddy pink affair!!! Luckily she lives in my darkened garage most of the time....cheers for watching, all the best - TMF

[@SteveBrankin]

Expensive?

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

£200 supplied and fitted including VAT - reasonable I thought....

[@broderp]

Ducati should bexashamed of making such an expensive motorcycle and not bothering to properly protect the paint.

[@TheRealPDaveTH]

purdy. get out and ride it ;)

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

+OldManTriple Well I sure have no excuse now OMT - oh hang on a minute, it's snowing outside and minus 1C....p'raps I'll leave it a bit longer!!! Send me round some of your weather will you mate???

[@jmcphee7]

I'm up too late watching bikes get wrapped.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

+jmcphee7 Good man :0)