Bogarted this idea from a build thread I found randomly on the interwebs.
Instead of using a big decal for a checker stripe, this method uses white reflective tape against a black stripe. So tape off the center stripe and paint it black. Then take some white reflective tape and cut it into squares. Lay the squares against the black for a checker pattern.
The downsides of a large decal, that will immediately reveal any wrinkle because it will screw up the grid, dissappear. If you fumble a square, you can peel it off and try another one. You also can trim the squares to work the grid around the fuel cap opening. As a bonus, the reflective tape increases your night time visibility. Here are some pics of the tank I did this with:
With the flash, you can see the reflective effects:
The inspiration build is much nicer than mine, and I haven't decided whether to set off the checker with some pinstripes like that one. I also need to come up with a side emblem or design.
Instead of using a big decal for a checker stripe, this method uses white reflective tape against a black stripe. So tape off the center stripe and paint it black. Then take some white reflective tape and cut it into squares. Lay the squares against the black for a checker pattern.
The downsides of a large decal, that will immediately reveal any wrinkle because it will screw up the grid, dissappear. If you fumble a square, you can peel it off and try another one. You also can trim the squares to work the grid around the fuel cap opening. As a bonus, the reflective tape increases your night time visibility. Here are some pics of the tank I did this with:
With the flash, you can see the reflective effects:
The inspiration build is much nicer than mine, and I haven't decided whether to set off the checker with some pinstripes like that one. I also need to come up with a side emblem or design.
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