1. Husqvarna Motorcycles Made In Sweden - About 1988 and older

Another paint color question

Discussion in 'Vintage Restoration Projects' started by disonny, Nov 15, 2013.

  1. disonny Husqvarna
    AA Class

    Location:
    upstate ny
    Husqvarna Motorcycle:
    73 360 wr/rt, 75 wr250 78 cr250,
    Other Motorcycles:
    83 wr250, 84 wr400
    Does anyone know how the gold wheels were finished on the late 70's bikes? It looks like they were just painted. If so, what color was used?
    disonny, Nov 15, 2013
    #1

  2. Ron Husqvarna
    AA Class

    Location:
    Azusa, CA
    Rustoleum #7270 Gold Rush Metallic nearest match I've found.
    Ron, Nov 15, 2013
    #2

  3. jimspac Husqvarna
    Pro Class

    Location:
    Connecticut
    Husqvarna Motorcycle:
    82 250WR, 82 430WR, 84 250WR, 85 400
    Other Motorcycles:
    86 400WR, 82 Montesa Cota 349
    I bought 4 cans of it but had to buy online after not finding it in my hardware store, Home Depot, and Lowes
    jimspac, Nov 24, 2013
    #3

  4. visiteur1948 Husqvarna
    Pro Class

    Location:
    france Europe
    Husqvarna Motorcycle:
    husqvarna only
    yes wheels paint
    before 1980!
    after 1980 anodised !
    SAM_7026.JPG
    paint wheels
    SAM_7177.JPG
    after anodised !
    prefere !:)
    visiteur1948, Nov 24, 2013
    #4

  5. disonny Husqvarna
    AA Class

    Location:
    upstate ny
    Husqvarna Motorcycle:
    73 360 wr/rt, 75 wr250 78 cr250,
    Other Motorcycles:
    83 wr250, 84 wr400
    I was going to powder coat but I opted for the less expensive painting. I really want to get another front rim. Mine are both a little rough.
    disonny, Nov 24, 2013
    #5