HOW TO APPLY WHEEL RIM DECALS

The Wheel rim decals Rings are easy to install and faster than a classic wheel rim kit, but it requires removing the motorcycle wheels. The kit is unique for any 17-inch wheel rim and not compatible with single-sided swingarm rear wheel rims. Below you will find a tutorial to help you install your Wheel rim decals Rings kit for your motorcycle.

First of all, here are the precautions to take:

Verify that the rim must be smooth.
Clean thoroughly, degrease the rim with soapy water/alcohol. Do not use WD40 or other silicone-based products. The rim must be perfectly clean.
Do not handle decals on the adhesive side too much.
If the decals are not applied immediately, store them flat in a dry place away from direct sunlight.
When applying, choose a location with a temperature of at least 15°C, protected from wind and dust. It is also possible to heat the rim before applying the stickers to ensure good adhesive hold. Too cold a temperature will not allow for optimal sticker adhesion.
After application, avoid contact with cold and moisture to ensure good adhesive hold.

What you will need:

Degreaser/Household alcohol
A clean cloth
– Of your two wheel rims
– A raclette (for sale here) Credit card also works.
Powerful heat gun or hair dryer.

First step - Decal preparation:

To begin, locate the two decals for the front wheel rim and those for the rear wheel rim. The wider ones are for the rear and the thinner ones for the front wheel rim. A little before starting to apply the first decal, position the wheel rim ring decals flat or under a heavy load to uncurl them and help them take their shape.

2- Wheel Rim Cleaning:

Clean the wheel rim surface perfectly with a degreasing product/household alcohol before sticking anything. Do not use silicone-based products like WD40. or other greasy bodies such as polishes, creams, etc. If in doubt, after cleaning, pour water on the cleaned surface. If it beads, your product is not good. The durability of the decals will mainly depend on the preliminary cleaning.

Also dismantle one or both of your wheel rims to be able to apply the decals.

3- The application of the first wheel rim decal:

Your wheel rims and decals are ready! It's time to get serious!

– First, carefully remove the decal from its backing. Then gently position it on the circumference of the wheel rim. You should handle it from the adhesive side, so make sure your hands are clean to avoid damaging the decal.

– Gently apply the decal around the wheel rim strip, without pressing too hard. Do not press too hard so you can peel it off and reposition it if necessary.

Once the decal is properly positioned, you can press firmly all around so that it no longer moves.

- Then, fully heat the decal in circles above it to make it pliable. Do not overheat at first. Do some tests from the coolest to the warmest to avoid damaging the decal, because once burnt, it's compromised 🙁

Once heated, you will need to fold the decal inside the wheel rim with your fingers. Start by folding a few centimeters all around the wheel rim.

- Then, reheat the decal that has cooled down. As with the first operation, do not hesitate to heat it a little more if the decal is not malleable enough. But be careful not to overheat it either, so as not to damage it. You can then repeat the operation and fold the decal a little more into the inside of the wheel rim. Always over a few centimeters.

Repeat this operation until it is completely adhered to the wheel rim.

4- Repeat the operation

Once the decal is well-stuck, all you have to do is stick the other side and do the other wheel rims using the same method!

5- Finalization:

Allow 48 to 72 hours for maximum adhesion of the decal, as it takes time for the glue to bond with the surface.
With this type of application, it is possible to use the vehicle immediately after application.
You can heat the vinyl to strengthen the hold of the decals on the wheel rim and for them to take on curved shapes if needed

Notes: Heating the decals with a heat gun or hair dryer will make them more pliable and eliminate small air bubbles. (Vinyl is not airtight; air naturally escapes over a few days in the sun.)