Engine Case Logo
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davidsargee_imp
Been there
An old friend of mine is a sign painter, he does everything free-hand. He does artwork on bikes from time to time, (striping, caricatures, etc.). I saw him do a similar job to what you are asking about on an older bike, I think it was a Honda but I don't remember, it was several years ago.
He simply used wide masking tape. He cleaned the engine cover very thoroughly, then he put a single strip to cover the logo, and smoothed it down very thoroughly. He then used a scalpel blade to trim away the tape from the letters, and painted black with a very small brush. When dry, he pulled off the paint and it looked like a factory job.
The trick is to be very, very, patient, you need a precise, steady hand.
He simply used wide masking tape. He cleaned the engine cover very thoroughly, then he put a single strip to cover the logo, and smoothed it down very thoroughly. He then used a scalpel blade to trim away the tape from the letters, and painted black with a very small brush. When dry, he pulled off the paint and it looked like a factory job.
The trick is to be very, very, patient, you need a precise, steady hand.
the Ferret
Road warrior
Oooooh.. Didn't notice that on the 2014 Deluxe. Very nice 
Lord Popgun
Road warrior
How much is a new cover with the Logo already on it?
Deanohh_imp
Been there
I want that cool invisible brake pedal.
the Ferret
Road warrior
Yea me too!Deanohh_imp said:
SUPERCRUZ_imp
Running like a top
Great question. Been contemplating doing this mod myself. I did this on my little 68 Honda Z50 MiniTrail when I restored it a few years back but I was able to take the covers off and set them down level on a table. I used Gloss Black Testors model paint and a tooth pick. Allow the paint blob to roll into the letter and then while still wet move it around the letter to fill it in. The paint if wet enough will self level.
I like the idea of using some blue painters tape and masking off the logo followed by carefully cutting the letters out with an Xacto knife. I think you could either free hand it with some modeling paint and a brush or mask off the side of the engine case and use some black engine paint in a rattle can. Allow to dry and pull the tape off.
I may try this in the Spring.
I like the idea of using some blue painters tape and masking off the logo followed by carefully cutting the letters out with an Xacto knife. I think you could either free hand it with some modeling paint and a brush or mask off the side of the engine case and use some black engine paint in a rattle can. Allow to dry and pull the tape off.
I may try this in the Spring.
xpacpal1x_imp
First service completed
FYI, if by "modeling paint" you mean something like Testors paint for scale models, I know that stuff doesn't belong on a bicycle, so it surely doesn't belong on a motorcycle engine. I'd be a bit careful on paint selection...you may want to consider how hot the engine case might get.
davidsargee_imp
Been there
I agree, heat resistant paint is a must.
PowderToastMan_imp
Been there
Here's the pricing for OEM parts for the '13:Lord Popgun_imp said:
http://www.cyclepartsnation.com/oemparts/a/hon/511a8d6ef870022e4ccd323a/right-crankcase-cover
The right side cover shows 75 bucks, and the left side is about 100 bucks.
I don't imagine the same parts for the '14 will cost much different.
Personally I might rather like to have the all-black ones from the '14 standard, though.
Ack-CB11_imp
Road warrior
I'm reading it as:
2014 cover $212.17
http://www.cyclepartsnation.com/oemparts/a/hon/52f28c1cf870021404ec5a5d/right-crankcase-cover
2013 cover $229.92
http://www.cyclepartsnation.com/oemparts/a/hon/511a8d6ef870022e4ccd323a/right-crankcase-cover
Cheaper with the letters :huh:
2014 cover $212.17
http://www.cyclepartsnation.com/oemparts/a/hon/52f28c1cf870021404ec5a5d/right-crankcase-cover
2013 cover $229.92
http://www.cyclepartsnation.com/oemparts/a/hon/511a8d6ef870022e4ccd323a/right-crankcase-cover
Cheaper with the letters :huh:
Here's the pricing for OEM parts for the '13:PowderToastMan_imp said:
http://www.cyclepartsnation.com/oemparts/a/hon/511a8d6ef870022e4ccd323a/right-crankcase-cover
The right side cover shows 75 bucks, and the left side is about 100 bucks.
I don't imagine the same parts for the '14 will cost much different.
Personally I might rather like to have the all-black ones from the '14 standard, though.
You need the clutch cover, part #2, which includes about $35 of extra stuff you don't need.
Incidentally, the clutch cover uses a sealant to make sure oil doesn't leak, rather than a gasket, and is therefore a giant pain in the ass to remove and replace. You also have to drain the oil before removing.
ride4now_imp
Road warrior
You had me for a second. I think it's highly polished and reflecting the peg.CB4ME_imp said:
I found a sure proof way to get the painted Honda logo on the engine cases. Buy a 2014 CB1100. Wife likes the Deluxe! :banana:
To your wife... :worship:
Actually... mine too, she didn't give me a hard time.
the Ferret
Road warrior
Actually my wife liked the look of the Deluxe as well, particularly the pipe on the left side
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