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Plenty Now Do Motorcycle Pinstriping Who Never Thought They Could

September 29th, 2008 by Steve Murray
by Steve Murray

If you want to create something unique when creating a custom bike then pinstriping is worth considering. Although no specialist skills are needed for pinstriping as the task is made simpler through using templates and stencil tape. But if you do find the whole process difficult or you aren’t able to get the look you want then the motorcycle pinstriping can be completed at an auto body shop and they will make sure that each pinstripe on it is perfect. With pinstriping you are aiming to create a new and unique look to your motorcycle that will make it stand out from the rest.

Motorcycle pinstriping has been around for some considerable time now and still continues to gain popularity with motorcycle owners. It first was used back in the 1950’s and vehicle pinstriping was used as a way of decorating automobiles and bikes and has come quite some way since the early days. For those who like to show off their motorcycle, using motorcycle pinstriping will further enhance the look that they have created.

When it comes to selecting a pinstripe design for a motorcycle one should be looking at one’s own interests. When you know what it is you are going to do you can either by a pre made design stencil or template to use or if you feel able to then you do the pinstripe design freehand yourself.

When it comes to applying motorcycle pinstriping it can be done using a kit or at an auto body shop. The kits contain stencils which ensure that the outline for the design is consistent, and are applied on to the motorcycle using a pinstriping brush and paint. However, most often motorcycle pinstriping is done in auto body shops and the pinstripers will apply a particular design freehand. But whatever method is used the motorcycle pinstriping needs to be applied carefully to ensure that it does add the custom look to the motorcycle you are after.

Along with careful application of the designs, motorcycle pinstriping requires special tools to be used. A pinstriping brush should be used as the primary tool of the application process. The use of this special brush will result in a professional design on your motorcycle even if you create the design at home. The brushes are structured to provide comfort and control as you apply your design.

Another tool to use is the pinstriping tool. Using this to apply motorcycle pinstriping allows you to paint thoroughly to the edges of the motorcycle and allows you to paint either a single straight line or sets of parallel lines instead. Either of these tools will provide a neat look and help to ensure that the quality of your motorcycle design is maintained.

There are many great benefits to be had from motorcycle pinstriping. But what is important when applying motorcycle pinstriping is that you make sure you apply the design neatly if you want to create a professional finish. It is going to take a lot of time and practice to create perfect pinstripes, but by mastering this skill using various application methods one is able to create a look to their bike which is completely unique. If you are able to gain an interest in motorcycle pinstriping you will begin to appreciate the beauty of these unique designs.

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