2007 Victory Kingpin Detail

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Just finished detailing this 2007 Victory Kingpin motorcycle Wednesday evening… Just in time for Thanksgiving.

The bike started off filthy and weathered. Not weathered to the point of no return but well on its way, especially the bare aluminum features. The paint had swirls, RIDS, and water spotting. I spent 2 days (19.1 hours) whipping it back into shape.

When my customer picked up the bike, Thursday morning, his initial reaction is half the reason I love doing this kind of work, even though it's only a part time gig these days. His jaw dropped along with a few joyous expletives… He was blown away with the transformation! Extremely satisfying for me.

Machine polishing done with a Griot’s G8 and 3” wool finishing pad.

Here’s a process summary…

Disassembly/Reassembly as required (2.5 hrs)

• Windshield
• Saddle Bags
• Side Covers
• Seats

Engine Fins (2.0 hrs)

• Hand Polish

Wash (1.5 hrs)


Front Wheel and Tire (1.5 hrs)

• Clay
• Hand Polish/Wax w/Meguiar’s D166
• Dress Tire Sidewall w/Meguiar’s G15812

Rear Wheel and Tire (1.7 hrs)

• Same as Front

Paint Correction (Clay, Polish/Wax w/Meguiar’s D166) (4.8 hrs)

• Tank
• Front Fender
• Rear Fender
• Side Covers
• Saddle Bags

Brightwork (3.0 hrs)

• Clay (where necessary)
• Polish/Wax w/Meguiar’s D166

Engine/Trans/Primary Cases (0.3 hrs)

• Dress with S100 Engine Brightener

Seats (0.3 hrs)

• Clean and Condition w/Meguiar’s #40

Windshield (1.5 hrs)

• Disassemble/Reassemble Brackets
• Clay Brackets
• Polish/Wax Brackets w/Meguiar’s D166
• Polish/Wax Windshield w/Meguiar’s #6

And a few pics of the finished product…