Hydro Dipping A Tank

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KTMsm

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27,481 posts

269 months

Tuesday 25th January 2022
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I've bought a black Street Triple than has had it's damaged tank replaced with a red one

So I can either paint it black or for the same price (circa £180) get it hydro dipped - carbon or similar

A quick google shows if done correctly, it should be long lasting

As I'll sell it on eventually, would a hydro dipped tank put you off buying (it's a Cat N so will be cheaper anyway) or would it make it more attractive as it's a bit different ?



Freakuk

3,386 posts

157 months

Tuesday 25th January 2022
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Personally I'd want paint, I just think carbon hydro-dipping just looks cheap (which is it compared to having something made from carbon fibre).

It's your bike though so do what you want, if you prefer the carbon look do it, but be mindful that it may not appeal to others regardless of cat status.

TimmyMallett

2,971 posts

118 months

Tuesday 25th January 2022
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I hate Carbon look. I like proper carbon, so paint for me.

KTMsm

Original Poster:

27,481 posts

269 months

Tuesday 25th January 2022
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it doesn't have to be carbon but just something that was a bit different to paint but blends in with the bike

I wasn't going for gold, skulls etc

Lee540

1,586 posts

150 months

Tuesday 25th January 2022
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Leave it red, find a black tank for sale. Sell red tank.

fred bloggs

1,345 posts

206 months

Tuesday 25th January 2022
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I see a red tank and I want it painted black, No colors any more, I want them to turn black.

jr6yam

1,312 posts

189 months

Wednesday 26th January 2022
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fred bloggs said:
I see a red tank and I want it painted black, No colors any more, I want them to turn black.
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Rubin215

4,085 posts

162 months

Wednesday 26th January 2022
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Lee540 said:
Leave it red, find a black tank for sale. Sell red tank.
This.


KTMsm

Original Poster:

27,481 posts

269 months

Thursday 27th January 2022
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Rubin215 said:
Lee540 said:
Leave it red, find a black tank for sale. Sell red tank.
This.
Not much love for dipping then !

OR I could Satin black the whole bike

I like satin black (and it's the one colour anyone can spray) fit a single headlight and keep it biggrin