Ceramic coating vs XCP etc
Discussion
Got my new to me 1050XT delivered yesterday which with 2100 miles is totally mint. Normally I'd cover the whole bike in XCP rust blocker but it picks up dirt like nothing else and is an absolute b
d to remove - albeit protecting brilliantly.
Has anyone got longer term experience of ceramic coating? Does it do as good a job as XCP etc? I despise washing bikes so would rather avoid it where possible.
d to remove - albeit protecting brilliantly.Has anyone got longer term experience of ceramic coating? Does it do as good a job as XCP etc? I despise washing bikes so would rather avoid it where possible.
carinaman said:
I'd like a photo. The red and white V-Stroms reminded me of the Marlboro paint schemes.
XCP seems like Waxoyl to me.
With unfinished bolt heads inc. brake caliper bolts and hose clips I'd be temped to get some XCP in a container and brush on it using a packet of kiddies watercolour brushes from a supermarket.
I've used a mixture of XCP Rust Blocker and Clear coat at the moment. Clear coat on the wheels and brake fixings (pads and discs protected from it). Sure enough the bike is bloody filthy now. Pic attached prior to ride out.XCP seems like Waxoyl to me.
With unfinished bolt heads inc. brake caliper bolts and hose clips I'd be temped to get some XCP in a container and brush on it using a packet of kiddies watercolour brushes from a supermarket.
trickywoo said:
I had a Triumph which at 18 months old was riddled with galvanic corrosion on multiple fasteners. I’ve not had the issue on other bikes and think they might use coatings to prevent it.
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