Stone Chip Protection Film

tteksep · 14-07-2008, 11:41 PM

Hi everyone. I've just come on board and would like to offer Stone Chip Protection Film for your bike.

I operate out of Perth Graphics Centre in Malaga and offer a professional fitting service.

Unfortunately the film is not going to be supplied on its own. Too many people stuff it up and blame the film.

Cost varies according to the amount of film used and how difficult (read time consuming) each bike is.
The "kit" which is already digitised may or may not fit your bike so sometimes we have to do the job by hand.

As I know I'll be asked, each job will likely cost anywhere between $350 and $600 depending as above.

We can do small part jobs for much less e.g. tank protector only, front fender only and so forth. PM me if you need more info or call Perth Graphics on 9248 6226.

Thanks.

CitizenD · 14-07-2008, 11:44 PM

How does it go long term? I only ask because I saw some type protection film a couple of years ago on a mate's GSXR. After about 18 months though it started to get a bit opaque.

What's it like to remove?

tteksep · 14-07-2008, 11:56 PM

Can't comment on his film however this film is guaranteed to stay clear and not even go yellow (assuming you don't do something stupid like clean it with a solvent).
It doesn't have a UV filter or the paint undrneath will fade differently to the paint around it but it does keep the paint in great condition underneath.
I wouldn't want to put it on a bodgie paint job though. It will likely stick to the paint better than the paint sticks to the primer! If the bike is new or close to new, it should be fine. Just wax and wash as normal.
Don't polish it.
All these aspects are covered when we start discussing an individual job.

The film is made by VentureTape out of the US and we haven't been able to find anything better.

There are people offering just the film and fitters who don't have any idea of what they are doing.

I've teamed up with OziCozi because they provide great technical backup and have given me good training.
Cheers.

CitizenD · 14-07-2008, 11:58 PM

Awesome. That seems to be all the information necessary.

tteksep · 14-07-2008, 11:59 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by CitizenD

What's it like to remove?

Sorry, forgot to add... The film can be removed cleanly in most cases. If some adhesive is left behind, you can use an adhesive remover and that will do the trick. Some will leave the film on when they sell the bike (added selling point) and others will take it off to show off the great paint condition (See, it looks like new!). No problems with removal but it won't fall off!

smeghead · 15-07-2008, 04:01 AM

I believe 3M make a flexible film (around 1-1.5mm thick from memory) for headlights that is very good and not butt ugly like most headlight protectors, can you find out if it's available in Oz?

potato · 15-07-2008, 05:51 AM

go perth graphics !

thats a top service you are offering.

do you also offer aftermarket sticker kits for bikes?

Dubs · 15-07-2008, 06:58 AM

Welcome as a supporter, I am pretty sure Squidly has/had this stuff and swears by it

Dubs

CitizenD · 15-07-2008, 08:29 AM

Good idea for anyone doing the pilgrimage to the Island on their pride and joy.

tteksep · 15-07-2008, 08:49 AM

FYI, we have used the 3M product and have chosen what appears to be a better product for a number of reasons. This film is clear, no orange peel and easier to work with. Being "easier" is a relative term. It's not easy, period. PM me with regard to graphics please. I am in Bunbury today all day so won't respond until maybe tomorrow. If anyone needs info in a hurry, please call Perth Graphics on 9248 6226. Cheers.