Summary for goldwing plastic insignias Discussion
Goldwing plastic insignias and name plates are discussed as a gold-looking finish problem, and the thread suggests it is likely not true plating. Mike Hyland asked whether the parts were paint or plating. Marc Banks said model-kit paint could work for a quick touchup, with automotive paint as another option. Paul LeMay replied that it would probably be cheaper and easier to replace the parts. In follow-up advice, Bryan Parker recommended contacting the motorcycle manufacturer for replacements. Jim Johnson added a more specific route: use goldwinginfo.com to find the part number, then call MR Cycles, noting he had obtained plates for his 1977 gas tank there. The practical consensus is that replacement is usually the best path, while paint is only a touchup option.
Q. How do I re-plate my Honda Goldwing plastic insignias and name plates. Is it paint or a type of plating?
Mike Hyland
– Prince George, British Columbia, Canada
2005
A. Paint for model kits should do the trick for a quick touchup, you can get more expensive automotive paints that will also work, but model paint is much cheaper and easier to get.
Marc Banks
Blacksmith – Shiloh, North Carolina
2005
A. I bet it’s cheaper and easier to just replace them.
Paul LeMay
– Mountain View, California
2005
Q. Hello Paul LeMay of Mountain View,California.
Re:your answer to my question about re:plating my Honda Gold Wing plastic panels done in a gold type plating. You said it probably would be cheaper to replace them. Yes I agree. If you know of some plates like the ones (two) one on each side that are mint just below the passengers legs and one on top of the Faux tank. Please let me know 1983 Honda Goldwing Interstate. Have a good upcoming holiday season and happy new year.
Mike Hyland
– Prince George, British Columbia, Canada
2005
A. Try contacting the manufacturer of the motorcycle, I’m sure you can get replacements from them.
Bryan Parker
– New Mexico
2005
A. Try www.goldwinginfo.com for the part number. Then call MR Cycles 800-359-0567, and tell them what you want. I got plates for my 77 “gastank”, about 2 years ago.
Jim Johnson
– Avon Park, Florida USA
July 24, 2008