scratches on my tank :(

[mike_mike]

I used a tank bag for the first time a few days ago.. and it pretty much destroyed the paint on my nice new 2005 tank.
some of the scratches look rather deep, but some i'm thinking i may be able to fix.

how to i fix surface scratches?

[ajaxgs]

use very fine rubbing compound and take your time followed by a good wax drop by my place if you want ,i've got some stuff

[ducati_nolan]

It was probally dirt on the bag and or tank that did the scratching. Never set the bag on anything dirty (like the ground) when removing the bag. If you ensure the bag is clean and keep the straps snug, you shouldn't have a problem. Also keep several coats of wax on the tank to reduce the chance of scratching. I've used a bag for a long time with no problems.

[mike_mike]

It was probally dirt on the bag and or tank that did the scratching. Never set the bag on anything dirty (like the ground) when removing the bag. If you ensure the bag is clean and keep the straps snug, you shouldn't have a problem. Also keep several coats of wax on the tank to reduce the chance of scratching. I've used a bag for a long time with no problems.

that's what it was.. though by the time i clued in. i had already put a bunch of scratches on it.

[mike_mike]

use very fine rubbing compound and take your time followed by a good wax drop by my place if you want ,i've got some stuff

thanks for the offer.

you should come post up on gtamotorcycle.com

http://www.gtamotorcycle.com/forum/viewtopic.php?t=61676

lots of people are comming out to the ajax rides now - young, old, guys and girls.. it is always a good time!