Originally Posted by
cyclotoine
Ummm, so is it bare metal? In Seattle... that bike is going to rust orange before next summer. If it's cleared that will buy some time but I here it doesn't hold up for too long.
It's clear coat enamel. It will last for a while, especially with a spare can around for touching up nicks and chips. It won't last forever, but by the time it needs another paint job, he'll know what color he wants it.