Aluminum polishing recos

[TimC]

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hey GTAM,

looking for some reco's for aluminum polishing in the GTA if you have any?

I've got a new aluminum swingarm set to go on a 2023 Honda Monkey 125. It looks pretty good, but there are some areas that I like to see improved if possible before it goes on the bike.

I doubt it would take more than an hour or two for someone who knows their stuff.

appreciate any contacts you can offer

cheers

Tim

 

[timtune]

Super easy to do on your own if you have a buffing wheel. DIY buffing wheels are easy to make. I have a mandrel on an old electric motor and a crappy tire buffing wheel. With that and some compound you're in business.

Biggest concern is if there is a plastic coating protecting the finish. That usually has to be sanded off - something fine like 320 grit - is enough to remove coating. Maybe follow with 600 and then it buffs up nice.

 

[Relax]

The problem with polishing an aluminum frame/swingarm is the constant upkeep as it looks awful when dirty or quickly wiped down.
I vowed never to do it again after my first experience on my ZX-7. If I were to do it again, I'd at least get it anodized clear after the initial polish, or more likely a "hyperblack" finish.

 

[Soulcatcher668]

The problem with polishing an aluminum frame/swingarm is the constant upkeep as it looks awful when dirty or quickly wiped down.
I vowed never to do it again after my first experience on my ZX-7. If I were to do it again, I'd at least get it anodized clear after the initial polish, or more likely a "hyperblack" finish.

^this...

High polish then clear anodize. Untreated aluminum is not your friend in the open air.

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