SV650.org - SV650 & Gladius 650 Forum

SV650.org - SV650 & Gladius 650 Forum (http://forums.sv650.org/index.php)
-   SV Ecosse (http://forums.sv650.org/forumdisplay.php?f=127)
-   -   Removing sv decals (http://forums.sv650.org/showthread.php?t=102859)

shonadoll 16-01-08 07:26 AM

Removing sv decals
 
I asked on another board, but they weren't sure any maybe someone here has done it. I want to remove the sv650 sticker beside the pillion seat, but I'm not sure if it's laquered over or not. I THINK it's not, and it looks as though it would peel with a bit of heat, but am nervous.

Has anyone done it?

cheers Shona

SoulKiss 16-01-08 07:52 AM

Re: Removing sv decals
 
All I can say is that the fairing decals on the pointy are NOT laquered.

However you MAY be able to see where the stickers WERE after you take them out due to fading etc.

But a hairdryer and the edge of a credit card are your friends in this matter.

shonadoll 16-01-08 08:55 AM

Re: Removing sv decals
 
Quote:

Originally Posted by SoulKiss (Post 1387753)
All I can say is that the fairing decals on the pointy are NOT laquered.

However you MAY be able to see where the stickers WERE after you take them out due to fading etc.

But a hairdryer and the edge of a credit card are your friends in this matter.

Oooh, brilliant, thankyou. It's a 2007 pointy, hopefully will be able to polish out any areas that look like they've been there.

Ta very much:D

Stig 16-01-08 08:57 AM

Re: Removing sv decals
 
A little T-cut should sort out any fading issues.

SoulKiss 16-01-08 09:15 AM

Re: Removing sv decals
 
Quote:

Originally Posted by shonadoll (Post 1387795)
Oooh, brilliant, thankyou. It's a 2007 pointy, hopefully will be able to polish out any areas that look like they've been there.

Ta very much:D

Just to add I am talking about the front fairing on the S model.

There may be laquer to protect the ones on the rear which would be more prone to rubbing from a pillion.

As suggested, put a hair dryer on it and use the edge of a credit card (preferably old one as you will lift the plastic on it with the heat.)

If it comes away easily keep going, if it doesnt, then stop before damaging.

But assuming they use the same sticker its, from memory, a foil sticker.

STRAMASHER 16-01-08 10:05 AM

Re: Removing sv decals
 
.............or if you can't get a hairdryer to your bike, boil kettle, pour on the offensive sticker and pick/scrape off. (It does'nt melt your paint or plastic!;))

Removed most of the warning stickers on various bikes this way. (Good for getting rid of tar as well)

:)

shonadoll 16-01-08 01:36 PM

Re: Removing sv decals
 
Quote:

Originally Posted by BigApe (Post 1387797)
A little T-cut should sort out any fading issues.

Cheers - I've got some of that.

shonadoll 16-01-08 01:37 PM

Re: Removing sv decals
 
Quote:

Originally Posted by SoulKiss (Post 1387812)
Just to add I am talking about the front fairing on the S model.

There may be laquer to protect the ones on the rear which would be more prone to rubbing from a pillion.

As suggested, put a hair dryer on it and use the edge of a credit card (preferably old one as you will lift the plastic on it with the heat.)

If it comes away easily keep going, if it doesnt, then stop before damaging.

But assuming they use the same sticker its, from memory, a foil sticker.

It's the pillion decal on the naked, it doesn't look laquered, I'm going to try and see, thanks!

shonadoll 16-01-08 01:53 PM

Re: Removing sv decals
 
I've peeled a bit and no laquer- doesn't look like fading anywhere either. It's too cold, will continue with a hairdryer at weekend. Thanks for the advice everyone.

DarrenSV650S 16-01-08 05:59 PM

Re: Removing sv decals
 
Why do you want it removed?


All times are GMT. The time now is 03:24 PM.

Powered by vBulletin® - Copyright ©2000 - 2025, Jelsoft Enterprises Ltd.