Has anyone added a decal kit to their bike?

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Old Jan 9, 2013 | 02:19 AM
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I'm thinking about putting a camo decal set on my bike (to go along with the gun rack). Has anyone ever bought one of these? Kawasaki Motocross Graphic Sticker decal Kit - Kawasaki MX Graphics for: kx450f, kx250, kx500, kx125, kx450



I'm curious how well they will cover the plastics. Like, would I need to get black plastics to avoid my reds showing through, or would they be completely covered.
 
Old Jan 9, 2013 | 07:25 AM
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It will cover most of your plastics but red will be popping out here and there above the rear wheel and the underside of the shrouds . The front fender will be the worst as its decal only covers a few inches out front.
 
Old Jan 9, 2013 | 05:17 PM
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That's what I was afraid of. In doing some research there are a few places that sell rolls of camo wrap that are photorealistic for cars, ATVs, etc. With that I could go right up to the edge. Although a little more time intensive since there isn't a patter to follow, but I don't think it would be too difficult. I could then paint the underside of my front fender as that would really be the only exposed part.
 

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Old Jan 9, 2013 | 05:34 PM
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I like the Urban Camo design. Brilliant!
 
Old Jan 9, 2013 | 08:53 PM
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I want my bike and me to be as visible as possible and then some. We seem to be too invisible to cagers as it is.
 
Old Jan 10, 2013 | 10:24 PM
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i'm sure you can get some camo wrap...here are some good tips... Vinyl wrap (lots of pics) : KawiForums.com Kawasaki Forums: Kawasaki motorcycle forums
 
Old Jan 10, 2013 | 11:09 PM
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That's cool, thanks. I'm definitely going to go with a vehicle wrap as opposed to the cut-outs. They look way better, will fit better and probably will last longer. Not to mention cheaper, I can buy a 4' x 5' sheet from a variety of places for under $100.

Here's a few I'm looking at.





My main concern is trying to apply/stretch the vinyl on to loose pieces but apparently it can be done. Just might have to find someone to hold them in place while I work on the wrap.
 
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