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Decal opinions wanted... - Rebel73_imp - 04-14-2015
Hey guys,
I'm going to put a decal on the side of my Chic Sport Seat, and I am debating between the two pictured below:
The Honda Wings emblem in silver or the Club 59 decal in silver:
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![[Image: 688c1a5687f73030256e412c12e3d705.jpg]](https://cb1100forum.net/forum/uploads/imp/201504/688c1a5687f73030256e412c12e3d705.jpg)
[url=http://smg.photobucket.com/user/RobertB755/media/honda%20decal_zpsohkgfk2q.jpg.html]
![[Image: 71feae107f31e39d1e1dbc71ebcd280d.jpg]](https://cb1100forum.net/forum/uploads/imp/201504/71feae107f31e39d1e1dbc71ebcd280d.jpg)
For anyone who may not be aware, Club 59 is a motorcycle club founded in 1959 in London which has pretty much become synonymous with cafe racers and subculture.
I'm actually looking at joining a new Los Angeles chapter which is starting up here soon.
The Honda wings of course looks just like the one on the tank, only bigger.
Thoughts?
RE: Decal opinions wanted... - redbirds_imp - 04-14-2015
I would suggest placing the decals in locations that appeal to you with clear tape and then take some photos. Afterwards you can decide what works for you.
RE: Decal opinions wanted... - Rebel73_imp - 04-14-2015
Good idea, I can tape one on either side and compare. I think either would look good, but I'm on the fence.
RE: Decal opinions wanted... - Lord Popgun - 04-14-2015
Redbirds advice is real good. I bought some 3d decals similar to those for my ST. I stuck them on with tape and spent a LOT of time looking at them and deciding where I wanted them. Then was very careful to get them oriented exactly right.
I then made a mark on some painters tape and on the decal and aligned them when I stuck them on. Its pretty much a one time shot, so you don't want to mess up. Oh yeah, then cleaned the mark off the decal.
RE: Decal opinions wanted... - Rebel73_imp - 04-14-2015
So you don't think the wet install method would work with these? You basically spray the decal with a soapy solution which allows you to slide the decal around. It's how I installed my vinyl stripes.
RE: Decal opinions wanted... - ChipBeck_imp - 04-14-2015
Reb,
I like the #59 logo. Other club members may notice it as well. I can't tell you how many people have stopped me to talk after seeing the Texas A&M logo on my car or truck. Cheers.
Chip
RE: Decal opinions wanted... - Rebel73_imp - 04-14-2015
(04-14-2015, 09:07 AM)ChipBeck_imp Wrote: Reb,
I like the #59 logo. Other club members may notice it as well. I can't tell you how many people have stopped me to talk after seeing the Texas A&M logo on my car or truck. Cheers.
Chip
Good point, Chip. It would be a cool "calling card" to fellow 59 members.
RE: Decal opinions wanted... - emptysea - 04-14-2015
I know a (very) little about the 59 Club, but what I know is good stuff and I think that the 59 decal would add to the retro look you're going for.
RE: Decal opinions wanted... - Headbanger02_imp - 04-14-2015
Until now I didn't know what 59 meant...COOL...you already have a set of wings, so I wouldn't dilute it by addiing more, my vote is....Club 59....
RE: Decal opinions wanted... - Lord Popgun - 04-14-2015
(04-14-2015, 09:06 AM)Rebel73_imp Wrote: So you don't think the wet install method would work with these? You basically spray the decal with a soapy solution which allows you to slide the decal around. It's how I installed my vinyl stripes.
That depends on the decal I guess. The Wing ones look like the "3d" ones I got for the ST. They were peel and stick. I thought your Wing ones were too. That's what I was talking about.
And by the way, your stripes look great!!!