Windex, Soap and Water, Dry? What Works Best to Install Dirt Bike Graphics

I test three methods of dirt bike graphic installation to find what what method is the easiest. I have always done the dry method with a heat gun to install graphics, but I wanted to test out the other two ways of doing so. Find out which method works best in this video.

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[ShawnBlais]

Using the wet methods, you need to use a squeegee to push out the water, and also supposed to spray the back of the sticker as well, so you can really slide it around easily.

[ersever]

Just tried the windex method. Worked really well, thanks!

[mattmargerum]

yep.. in the 30s and 40s here in NJ and I'm waiting a bit for warmer weather to install the kit on my KX450.

[Thefailcycle]

I’ve had some stressful times putting on graphics. Air dryer is a MUST. Will try the windex next time.

[dterik]

I got 3 dirtbikes to add graphics to this weekend going to try the dry and windex

[aclay]

That purple renthal bar setup looks bitchin

[empiresrikesfat]

Dry method using a scraper or blunt blade to help push out bubbles and flatten decal 👍

[soupysocksenduro]

Solid video, I think I would do the prep then soap and water, but the Windex is tempting for sure, thanks for the demo!

[kevinpatterson]

I’ve always installed my graphics dry. Might try the windex method next time.

[kauaisfinest]

These old ass plastics are basically flat it’s so easy. Try new bikes where the plastics are super complex

[StevieDee]

Little soap and water to move it in the perfect place, 2nd part warm it up a bit to dry with a heat gun not to much to damage the kit, how I been doing it for years

[paulsheaves]

I always scrub my hands just before I put any graphic on as well, even in between each number plate, !!

[robbgnarly]

Windex strips some of the adhesive off, I would advise against it. the soap and water method works great for window tint and other big vinyl graphics, just use a very mild soap like baby shampoo

[loriefleenor]

I like to use tape to hold the graphic on then use the dry method so that it is perfectly straight. The soap and water is cool

[mikeguliz]

I find water mixed with alcohol works best for me when you put the heat to it it dries right away the alcohol dissipates and it still slides

[rickybobby]

Great video Hitch, I also prefer the dry method, but would use soap & water on shrouds and fenders. 2021 KX250F shrouds are a nightmare because of the split, curvature and length which all throw off the alignment, especially with heavy mil graphics.

[THEBMANY]

I did dry method it’s mad bubbly lol will try again today or just leave it

[majorlee]

I did dry method with heat gun took my time it works. Hey Greg did you keep all 4 bikes or just your favorite? Bought a 05 RM250 and restored it like new after watching your vids 💪😎

[coloradodirtbike]

I use windex and have done dry. the problem I always have, the graphics stick but a day or two later the edges peel up in certain spots. I even use brake clean and isopropyl alcohol. with a heat gun. I just don't know, the damn edges always peel up but besides that everything comes out mint.

[brentonstearns]

Have all the graphics held similarly the same on the plastics with each method? Curious if dry meth holds longer or not