Repainting the YamaZong XT200GY-2 - Page 7

chromedioxide · 11-05-2009, 04:40 PM

Looking good in orange, I'd prefer the desert tan myself. The seeds have been planted and I know someone somewhere will do it.

SpudRider · 11-05-2009, 08:22 PM

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Originally Posted by AZ200cc

Maybe???

As always, thank you for your input, AZ.

However, I am going to stick with the current color configuration, with one possible exception; I might eliminate some, or all, of the black on the rear quarter panels.

Spud

SpudRider · 11-05-2009, 08:29 PM

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Originally Posted by chromedioxide

Looking good in orange, I'd prefer the desert tan myself. The seeds have been planted and I know someone somewhere will do it.

Thank you, Chrome.

The Desert Tan was an excellent, thought-provoking suggestion, and I thank you for your input.

I finally decided that KTM Orange worked best with the black, Clarke fuel tank.

Some of the Kawasaki KLR650 owners are painting their bikes Olive Drab and Desert Tan.

http://www.klr650.net/forums/showthr...t=60984&page=6

I am sure a China Rider will try it also.

Spud

SpudRider · 11-05-2009, 09:12 PM

The thermometer reached the low 60s this afternoon, so my good friend Andy and I went riding. Here is a photo of Andy, his Yamaha TT-R225, and my muddy Zong.

A professional mechanic, Andy designed, and fabricated the lower shock mount for my Zongâ€™s XT225 swingarm conversion. Andy also designed, and fabricated the mounts for my Zongâ€™s XT225 fuel tank. Without Andyâ€™s skill, creativity, and generous friendship, my Zong would not be the motorcycle it is today. Thank you, Andy; you are a wonderful Christian brother.

Spud

FastDoc · 11-05-2009, 10:34 PM

If you have good friends, Spud, most of your problems are already over. One of those good friends died for you, and me.

Wish I had time to ride today, it was warm, but alas, bills to pay.

SpudRider · 11-05-2009, 10:39 PM

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Originally Posted by FastDoc

If you have good friends, Spud, most of your problems are already over. One of those good friends died for you, and me...

Amen, brother!

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Originally Posted by FastDoc

...Wish I had time to ride today, it was warm, but alas, bills to pay.

Yes, you need to pay for your recently acquired Zong!

Welcome to the Cult of the Zong, Doc!

Spud

FastDoc · 11-05-2009, 10:43 PM

I was not looking to buy a bike! I had just divested of all my extras. Problem was, this is a really nice bike. Desertrider is an excellent custom bike builder. Amazing attention to detail.

AZ200cc · 11-06-2009, 01:08 PM

Well if that last scheme was shot down my other idea is sure to fail also

SpudRider · 11-06-2009, 10:05 PM

8O I'm starting to worry about you, AZ! 8O

Spud

AZ200cc · 11-06-2009, 10:25 PM

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Originally Posted by SpudRider

8O I'm starting to worry about you, AZ! 8O

Spud

I get that a lot 8O

FastDoc · 11-07-2009, 12:42 AM

Two colors you don't want on your Zong:

Blood red or asphalt black.

SpudRider · 11-07-2009, 01:41 AM

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Originally Posted by FastDoc

Two colors you don't want on your Zong:

Blood red or asphalt black.

Amen!

I will continue to ride the secondary roads, and remain vigilant. I hope to keep my Zong painted the original KTM Orange, and flat black!

Spud

FastDoc · 11-07-2009, 01:44 PM

I hope mine can be restored to it's glory. It was amazing.

vet_stingray · 11-09-2009, 10:18 AM

How bout flat olive green???

SpudRider · 11-09-2009, 03:30 PM

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Originally Posted by vet_stingray

How bout flat olive green???

Thanks for the input, Vet.

Some of the Kawasaki KLR650 owners have taken your suggestion, and the olive drab looks good.

http://www.klr650.net/forums/showthr...t=60984&page=3

However, I have decided to stick with KTM orange.

I really enjoy the looks and durability of my new, Polisport front fender. Because the front fender takes a lot of abuse from mud, rocks, brush, sunlight, et cetera, I want to retain a fender with the color molded into it.

I don't want to be painting my front fender; therefore, I am going to stick with OEM colors, and I think orange goes best with my black, Clarke fuel tank.

Today I finished repainting my Zong's old plastic. After experimenting with different shades of spray paint, I finally settled on Rustoleum Gloss Enamel.

None of the Krylon Fusion colors even came close to KTM Orange! :( Therefore, I used Krylon Fusion as primer paint, and applied the Rustoleum Gloss Enamel as the finish coat.

I am very pleased with the results.

I will let the fresh paint on my bike's plastic cure inside my home for the winter; then, I will install the repainted plastic on my motorcycle next Spring.

Spud

View Poll Results: Which YamaZong color scheme do you prefer?
KTM Orange	15	46.88%
Yamaha Blue	2	6.25%
Honda Red	1	3.13%
Stealth Black	6	18.75%
Desert Tan	5	15.63%
Kawasaki Green	3	9.38%
Voters: 32. You may not vote on this poll

11-05-2009, 09:12 PM	#94
SpudRider Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Idaho Posts: 25,054	The thermometer reached the low 60s this afternoon, so my good friend Andy and I went riding. Here is a photo of Andy, his Yamaha TT-R225, and my muddy Zong. A professional mechanic, Andy designed, and fabricated the lower shock mount for my Zongâ€™s XT225 swingarm conversion. Andy also designed, and fabricated the mounts for my Zongâ€™s XT225 fuel tank. Without Andyâ€™s skill, creativity, and generous friendship, my Zong would not be the motorcycle it is today. Thank you, Andy; you are a wonderful Christian brother. Spud __________________ Spud "Never argue with an idiot. He will drag you down to his level, and beat you with experience." Mark Twain 2015 Zongshen ZS250GY-3 (RX3) 2006 Zongshen ZS200GY-2 (Sierra 200) 2005 Honda XR650L 2004 Honda CRF250X 1998 Kawasaki KDX220 Mods made to my Zongshen ZS200GY-2: http://www.chinariders.net/showthread.php?t=6894
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11-05-2009, 10:34 PM	#95
FastDoc Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Southeastern Washington desert Posts: 14,761	If you have good friends, Spud, most of your problems are already over. One of those good friends died for you, and me. Wish I had time to ride today, it was warm, but alas, bills to pay. __________________ Happy to serve.
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11-05-2009, 10:43 PM	#97
FastDoc Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Southeastern Washington desert Posts: 14,761	I was not looking to buy a bike! I had just divested of all my extras. Problem was, this is a really nice bike. Desertrider is an excellent custom bike builder. Amazing attention to detail. __________________ Happy to serve.
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11-06-2009, 01:08 PM	#98
AZ200cc Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Show Low Arizona Posts: 2,889	Well if that last scheme was shot down my other idea is sure to fail also __________________ <br />2001 Suzuki DR200SE<br />1997 Suzuki RM250 YIKES<br />1995 Yamaha Breeze 125 daughters<br />1991 Honda XR80r Restored<br />maybe a 2003 Yamaha TTR90
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11-05-2009, 04:40 PM	#91
chromedioxide Join Date: Apr 2009 Posts: 9	Looking good in orange, I'd prefer the desert tan myself. The seeds have been planted and I know someone somewhere will do it.
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11-06-2009, 10:05 PM	#99
SpudRider Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Idaho Posts: 25,054	8O I'm starting to worry about you, AZ! 8O Spud __________________ Spud "Never argue with an idiot. He will drag you down to his level, and beat you with experience." Mark Twain 2015 Zongshen ZS250GY-3 (RX3) 2006 Zongshen ZS200GY-2 (Sierra 200) 2005 Honda XR650L 2004 Honda CRF250X 1998 Kawasaki KDX220 Mods made to my Zongshen ZS200GY-2: http://www.chinariders.net/showthread.php?t=6894
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11-07-2009, 12:42 AM	#101
FastDoc Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Southeastern Washington desert Posts: 14,761	Two colors you don't want on your Zong: Blood red or asphalt black. __________________ Happy to serve.
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11-07-2009, 01:44 PM	#103
FastDoc Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Southeastern Washington desert Posts: 14,761	I hope mine can be restored to it's glory. It was amazing. __________________ Happy to serve.
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11-09-2009, 10:18 AM	#104
vet_stingray Join Date: Apr 2009 Posts: 114	How bout flat olive green???
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