Light scratches in black metalic finish

[jhkunkel]

Been into cars/bike and car/bike care for years! Like this site. Like a kid in a candy store!
My first question is, "How do I remove tiny scratches on my new (metalic black) motorcycle? These are scratches from the dealer wiping down the cycle on the showroom floor. I've used some swirl remover, (Meguiar's), but now have new scratches going in another direction. I usually do not see this problem when detailing my cars.
Thanks to all,
Jim

[pixelmonkey]

you will get several answers to that question, and all of them will be along the same line.


I would say go for the following.

Start with your favorite "Citrus Wash", as the dealerships usually will apply something to the new units when they are placed on the show room floor. This will remove any wax or coating to reveal what condition the paint is really in.
Chemical Guys Citrus Wash Red

If you're seeing scratches, the best option is to have some type of polisher. For bikes, the Griot's 3" is perfect!
Griot's Garage 3 Inch Orbital Polisher Kit, Griots Garage orbital buffer, spot polish kit, motorcycle polishing kit
The best practice to polishing.... use the least agressive product to get the job done! With it being a new bike and light scratches I would opt for
Menzerna Polish PO85RD, Mernzerna 85rd, Menzerna finish po85rd

After polishing the scratches out, wash things down again to remove any polishing residue with the same wash as above. *you will see an oil scum fade away when the polish residue has been removed*

Dry things off with your favorite micro fiber towel.
Car Care Microfiber Towels, Microfiber dusters and microfiber Detailing tools

Apply your favorite sealant.
BLACKFIRE Wet Diamond All Finish Paint Protection, paint sealant, synthetic sealant, blackfire sealant

wait 24 hours, then apply a second coat
BLACKFIRE Wet Diamond All Finish Paint Protection, paint sealant, synthetic sealant, blackfire sealant

hope it helps!
chris<pixelmonkey>

[jhkunkel]

Thanks; Very good info. Sounds like it's everything I should need to get it back to perfect.