Tech Tips learning how to apply graphics and seat covers


		Installation Tips

Decals are weird things. They either fly off with the first spray washer or they stick like superglue. First thing to do is to heat up the old decal with a hair dryer or heat gun, this will make removal easier. Always clean all plastic surfaces and remove any oil's or glue, before applying the new graphics.			Second thing to do is peel off a small portion of the protective packing on the decal. We prefer to do this in the front of the shroud or the front of the decal that you are applying.		Third thing to do is line up decals. Before you stick the small exposed corner down, make sure that the graphics line up with the shape of the plastic. Apply pressure across the width of the radiator shroud or backgrounds to check that the bolts holes, corners, and edges line up.

Fourth thing to do is to check that the holes and edges line up. Start peeling back the protective packing in one or two inch increments. Try not to touch the adhesive because it weakens the glue with your oil in your fingers. Keep working the decal across the plastic.			Fifth thing to do is use one hand to stretch the decal across the plastic. If you have any bubbles in the decal go back and reapply the decal, make sure that everything is smooth and without any bubbles. Apply some pressure to the area that are need, edges, and curves.		The last thing to do is heat up the decal with a hair dryer or a heat gun. DO NOT GET TOO HOT, just warm the area around the edges and the curves. Let the decals sit on the bike for at least 36 hours before riding, this will give time for the adhesive to cure to your plastic.


	First thing to do is have a staple gun, pliers, and screwdriver. Remove all the old staples out of your old seat, with the screwdriver and pliers. Check your foam to see if it is in good condition, and then clean your seat before apply the new seat cover.			Second thing to do is to slip both ends of the seat cover over the ends of the seat, make sure that everything lines up. Staple down the front end of the seat cover and then pull the seat cover towards the back. Stable down the back of the seat cover to the rear of the seat.

	Third thing to do is to start working the sides of the seat cover, make sure that the cover is extremely tight to prevent bunching up. Keep stapling the sides and checking to make sure that the seat cover is not bunching up. If the seat cover is not tight remove some staples and re-pull the seat.			The last thing to do is check that the side of seat are tight on the seat. If not remove any stables and pull tighter. Remove any excess material under the seat with a razor blade. If you follow these instructions carefully and slowly, you will have a clean looking grip seat cover.

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