[jacques]

Anyone have a source or link for black replacement DRZ levers - don't need Zetas or anything of the like - just some black levers - thanks

 

[jacques]

yup - just for looks. unfortunately, I have no powdercoating services in my area.....

 

[jacques]

You can send them out, not sure where you are. However, after shipping it might negate the savings cost over just buying new levers.

Well, whatever you find, make sure you get pictures!

very true - probably not worth it. the search continues.....

 

[jacques]

If you can't get them powder coated, I'd just go to the local auto parts store and get some black semi-gloss engine paint. It's probably $6 - $8 for a can. Take the parts off the bike, scuff the metal up as well as you can with some sand paper, find something to hang the parts (a metal coat hanger should work really well), then give them a nice light coat. Re-apply several layers, letting the paint dry between applications.

Although this method won't give you a finish that's as durable as a powder coat, you'll still have that can of paint ready for touch ups ;^)

Thanks - thought about that - I've got a can of Dupli-Color High Heat that has ceramic in it. Thought I might give it a try......can't hurt.

 

[jacques]

Well got the levers painted up - turned out very well. Also added some black heat shrink tubing to help protect the paint........

 

[jacques]

couple......

 

[jacques]

Damn, that actually looks REALLY good. I might have to rob the idea from you if you don't mind haha.

Yeah - it does look much better in person - not much with a camera.

and by all means......rob the idea. If I can contribute, it's all good.

 

[jacques]

Hey jaques, what kind of turn signals do you have on the back of your bike? I need to replace the ones I have because one is shot.

dave - they're just the stockers - moved them back like everyone does after replacing the stock shovel for an "Edge" setup. Still haven't found any short stalks I'm happy with yet......

 

[jacques]

I'm the second owner of my bike, and the first guy had already upgraded the tail. I really like the blinkers I have, but I don't know who makes them. I bought some other LP ones, but I don't really like them as much as the blacked-out ones I have right now.

dave - can you post up a pic of those LP markers?

 

[jacques]

Here's a pic of the smoked markers that are on my bike, followed by the LP blinkers I just bought. I think I want to hold off until I can find a better set. What do you guys think??

I like the LPs - let me know if you wanna sell them - otherwise, can you give me the model specific info so i can order some? thanks.

 

[jacques]

Looks great man! - I like the markers and thanks for the part #!

 

[jacques]

Not to jack your thread but does anyone know where to get replace ment shorty levers without changing the perch??

Zeta's maybe?

 

[jacques]

Just a thought but when painting aluminum or a bare metal with rattle can paint its usually a good idea to scuff and use an etch primer, then a regular primer, then paint. If you follow with a clear coat it should be super durable.
The etch primer is what really makes it stick.

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Very good point - that's exactly what I did with mine after sanding them - however, I've yet to clear them.