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xj700n paint code?

Discussion in 'XJ Technical Chat' started by denbola, Jan 4, 2016.

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    hi, got a 1985 xj700n in red, air cooled, can anyone give me the yamaha paint code as need to repaint side panels and front fender as they are sun burnt and faded many thanks
     
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    http://www.xjbikes.com/forums/threads/xj-parts-catalog-section-o-emblems-stripes-decals-paint.44631/

    HCP7921SP Aftermarket X-ACT MATCH BODY PARTS PAINT features the correct Yamaha Code KU Deep Scarlet metallic high-gloss finish as used on painted metal and plastic body panels, cowlings, fairings, etc. Requires no special surface preparation (besides absolute cleanliness!) and cures without heat or catalysts. Primer is required. This is a dark reddish-brown, heavy metallic color with orange undertones, and is as close as possible to the original Yamaha color. Originally used on 1985 XJ700 Maxim-X models only. Each aerosol can contains 12 ounces. Each can:
     
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    Brilliance colors are applied in two stages: the first stage---this BASE COAT----is the color paint with only some of the additives. The majority of the tinting and pearlescence is then applied as the MID-COAT, and the truth be known, it is very difficult to properly apply it absolutely correctly. Practice makes perfect so please practice on some scrap material before you paint your own parts.....this color is extremely difficult for a non-professional to apply correctly. The temperature, humidity, surface preparation, and the relative amount of the base coat vs. the mid-coat that is being applied can and will change the final appearance of these 2-part paint finishes! These paints are formulated to be as close as possible to the original Yamaha color as used originally on all of the following models: 1982 XJ750 Maxim, 1983 XJ550 Maxim, 1983 XJ650 Maxim, some 1983 XJ900RK Seca, and some 1985 XJ700 non-X models. Each aerosol can contains 12 ounces. Each can:

    HCP7917BCSP Aftermarket X-ACT MATCH BODY PARTS PAINT, features the correct Yamaha Code 2U Super Red semi-metallic high-gloss finish as used on painted metal and plastic body panels, cowlings, fairings, etc. Requires no special surface preparation (besides absolute cleanliness!) and cures without heat or catalysts. Primer is required. This beautiful color is one of the many original BRILLIANCE COLORS due to it's extremely high concentration of metallics, pearl, or other additives that gives it that special radiance.
     
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    thanks for the reply will print off data and give to my painter to see if we can match with something in the uk, and again many thanks for the reply
     
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