It would be best if you apply your motorcycle decal when your gear has been washed and not waxed. The graphics won't stick well the surface is dusty, more so if it has wax. If you had it waxed, give it at least two weeks after the time it was waxed before you apply the decals. If you want to install it as soon as possible, make sure you wash the bike carefully. Some recommend the use of a detergent with ammonia to effectively remove the wax.



Once the motorcycle decal has been applied, it would be great if you wax over it. Not only will wax give extra protection for the graphics, it would also enhance the overall look. However, make sure that you don't apple wax too much or some might penetrate through the edges if you are using reusable graphics.

Some people do not want to remove the graphics on their vehicle because they are afraid that the paint might peel. This is a misconception. Motorcycle graphics, may they be permanent, removable or decals would not peel off the original motorcycle paint. Permanent graphics leave stains caused by its adhesive, but these can also be removed without the danger of removing the paint itself.

If you have just recently applied the motorcycle graphics, let's say a few hours after installation, you can clean your bike by using a clean rug. If a few days have already passed, you can wash it with water. You can even wash the part with the graphics stuck on it. It would be best if you manually wash your vehicle. Don't spray (using a hose) water directly on the part with reusable sticker because the water ay penetrate the edges.

Some scooter graphics, especially those made of vinyl decals, are very sensitive to gasoline. Once you get some gasoline on the graphics, wipe them as soon as you can. Other graphics get a slightly burned look if it comes in contact with this fluid. Motorcycle decals are less prone to this effect, although it greatly depends on what the sticker or graphic is made of.

Reusable motorcycle graphics, when properly maintained, will last up to a year. It can be as cheap as $5 in your local motorcycle store. The motorcycle decals and permanent graphics last several years more, others stick true to its word ? permanent.

It is best to know the ways on how to properly maintain your motorcycle graphics. More so for permanent graphics because once they are ruined, it would be hard to remove or replace them. Plus, you have to think of the costs. Besides, your motorcycle graphics is your form of art and expression, so you would not want to ruin its beauty. Proper maintenance would be the best way to do that.