Bad Paint....New Thread !

[MichaelG]

Well, that's good information. I actually have this for sale to fund the purchase of an F6B.

http://cincinnati.craigslist.org/mcy/4009452483.html

Kentucky, that Duc is a beauty. I have a coupler of vintage collector bikes myself, but lean toward the older English bikes, rather than the Italians.

No need to be quiet on this forum, as this is the best way to learn about your future bike, before you buy. Jump in, ask questions, and have fun.

The paint issue will NOT be changed before the next model year, so look at getting a late 2013 bike, that a dealer is paying flooring on, as he waits for the next bikes to be delivered.

[Scotrod]

Certain dealers will Custom-paint the F6B before you buy it. As an example, Honda of Russellville has "Signature Series" bikes.

[Bike44]

Perhaps some encouraging news...I was at my Honda-HD dealer yesterday changing bikes as I indicated above, and Carlos from Honda Customer Service called them to confirm they existed and what phone number they normally used. Seems like an odd question as obviously they answered his call. Whatever.

They paged me and I spoke with him regarding the warranty claim/paint issues. He was just finishing their internal paperwork trail and said he'd get back at some point if there was and development. Not sure what that meant, but at least they're aware of our concerns.

I am still concerned even though I no longer own the F6B as I've a chosen responsibility to ensure the paint is taken care of for any new owner along with the dealer. Even though the warranty is transferable, sometimes the new owner is unknown to Honda for some time, so he may contact me first.

I finessed the bike before sale with the recommended 3-M product, Honda spray polish, and it looked good. Hope it finds a good home with a happy owner.

[SpeedyWho]

Good for you, I was at the point where I was going to do the same thing. I'd end up loseing to much to do that right now. Honda dropped the Ball on the paint really effing bad. I wouldn't have bought one if I knew about it. My next bike won't be a Honda if this goes unfixed.

[Bike44]

Good for you, I was at the point where I was going to do the same thing. I'd end up loseing to much to do that right now. Honda dropped the Ball on the paint really effing bad. I wouldn't have bought one if I knew about it. My next bike won't be a Honda if this goes unfixed.

My wife and I talked it over before the changeout. I've wanted a yellow motorcycle for years, she hates the color. I have a yellow PA-11 Cub, she rides in it only because the inside is black (or so she says). My plan was to have my red F6B repainted this winter my favorite color, but that met with a hot tongue and a cold shoulder. So, I did what I did as a compromise.

Really repainting the bike in a non-standard paint scheme can't be all that difficult. It might get expensive, but considering the platform is excellent, then why not?

I owned a matte black 2010 Harley Road Glide (the fixed fairing shark nose model) for some time. It had what they call an eggshell clear coat over the black base and striking pin striping. The matte finish came from the eggshell clear overlay. It was remarkably easy to maintain compared to shiny stuff. Just a quick wipedown with a spray cleaner and polish (HD's but Honda sells it also) and I was good to go for another week. Something to consider for those that prefer black.

[Scotrod]

All yellow, or yellow n black?

http://www.hondaofrussellville.com/n...85&pov=3345784

[Bike44]

All yellow, or yellow n black?

http://www.hondaofrussellville.com/n...85&pov=3345784

Now that's what I'd want...the Bumble Bee Special Edition. I'd also consider the matte clear over the yellow, it's a durable easy to maintain finish. HD's sorta gotten away from that painting technique in favor of candy azz metal flake to appeal to certain ethnic groups (I was told buy the dealer) who favor flash. Yup, another missed opportunity gone in favor of domestic tranquility.