Paint Scratches

[Jaraxle]

Hi Guys! Ok, I have obviously made a mistake. I bought some "motorcycle straps" and strapped my bike in a trailer to take it in to get registered. Well I didnt think to put fabric or cloth between the straps and the sides of the tank/frunk. I only drove maybe 10 mins with it strapped down. Well it left marks on the paint. Before I do anything rash I wanted to see if anyone had any advice? I have wiped the area down with a wet microfiber cloth but most of the marks are still present. Should I try going straight to wax after I wash it or is there anything else? It feels smooth to the touch so I think its on the surface. Its hard to see in the pictures but here they are...

 

[Red Rider]

Try a clay bar kit from an auto parts store. It should at least show improvement though the marks may be too deep to totally remove.

 

[b_rubenstein]

The paint has a clear coat over it, and that's probably what's scratched. Get some polish compound, or even tooth paste and rub out the scratches, and then wax it.

 

[Jaraxle]

Excellent. I forgot all about a clay bar, and I didnt think about toothpaste. I will give both of those a try. Thank you guys very much.

 

[happy]

Wash really well.
Then dry.
Then wax...leave it for an hour.
Then buff off.

Use Macguire quick wax for best results. Use quikdetailer for afterwards.
Showroom shine.


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[PapaC]

Rubbing compound (carefully), then wax.

 

[jayceegee]

All good ideas - I would also consider taking it to a professional body shop.

 

[Convict1997]

Clay bar isn't going to do anything for you. Clay will only pull contaminates off that won't be removed from normal washing. Waxing might help hide the scratches for a short time but they will return fairly quickly. Scratches are going to require polishing and buffing. No way around it.