Originally Posted by
mkeller234
I'm not sure clear coating the bike is really a solution at all. How about some pictures? I wouldn't have used a scotch-brite pad on the paint at all.
I just took a pic, and the difference isn't as visible as I had thought. It shows a bit more in person, but isn't very clear in the pic.
Originally Posted by
thenomad
As long as bare steel isn't showing I don't see the issue. Even if it is, all you'd have is a few areas with surface rust dust. If you're really planning on a paint job then you'll be stripping it all down and going through a several week process of prep, paint and build. Go on your trip and do the paint the right way later.
If you're really worried then hit any bare spots with nail polish.
I think this might be the way to go. I'm not planning to repaint the bike at all; the original paint is still there. I just wanted to hit it with a can of clear coat to protect decals and the original paint.
And Randy, did you paint that Legnano yourself? That's a very serious tutorial - thanks.