You have received your freshly printed kit and want to install it?
Here is our guide for the Apply motorcycle wheel rim decals. Our tips for a perfect application. ✌️🏍

Upon receiving your decals, if they are not quickly affixed, it is advisable to Store in a dry, level place, out of direct sunlight.(Be careful not to forget them at the bottom of a drawer. 😉)

Motorcycle wheel rim decals - Step 1

Two factors are important before you begin.
The first one is environmentthe second is the materials.

Prefer to stick your decals in a covered areaWind and dust shieldConsider the temperature; choose a day with a temperature between 7°C and 25°CAdhesion will be optimal between 15 and 25°CForget the customization in heatwaveunless your garage is air-conditioned (in which case the installation time must be respected). ☀️

For materials, it is recommended to obtain what you need beforehand to avoid problems and interruptions during installation.

It is essential to be meticulous in application as it guarantees a Permanent attire and the quality of the finishes.
Be careful not to use contraindicated products and clean your wheel rim properly. 🧼

The materials

Pour la pose de vos stickers de jantes vous aurez besoin de quelques partsOf course, wheels and decals...🤪
But also:

•  Degreaser/Household alcohol/Dish soapNo silicone products),
•  A clean cloth,
•  A pair of scissors
•  A cheese gratin (for sale here) Credit or loyalty card
•  Masking tape or small adhesive tape (we're not bringing out the big roll of masking tape 😁)
• Heat gun or hairdryer (if you don't have one, DIY stores generally offer rental services)
• A flat surface (ground/cardboard/table).

Avoid other products Gasoline, white spirit, or glass cleaner. They are corrosive and can damage your wheel rims (discolor, whiten...)
If you've already made a mistake, you can hide it with some wheel rim decals Interior wheel rim cover(s)

Step 2 – Cut and prepare

Some decals are pre-cut and others in lots such as rim strips, so you can Cut your decals Prepare the sets for the front wheel rim and those for the rear, placing them on either side of the motorcycle to avoid confusion and mixing them.

To prepare your decals optimally, arrange them on a flat surface and Scrape them to adhere to the transfer and to make application easier.

Step 3 – Clean the rims

Clean Wheel rim is one of the most important steps.
Glue does not adhere to dusty or greasy surfaces.
To clean your wheel rims, use a degreaser (brake cleaner...), household alcohol, or simply soapy water.

Caution: Do not use WD40 or silicone-based products! 

Cleaning is very important on new motorcycle wheel rims. release agentCaution if applying decals to a brand-new motorcycle. (If ordering through a dealer, you can also ask to have the decals applied before delivery. 😉)

After washing, dry your wheel rims with a clean cloth. humidity must be eliminated

Motorcycle Wheel Rim Decals - Tips

Tips for optimizing sticker adhesion.
Our decals are designed with High-quality materials and their The design is permanent. Provided they are properly applied. 😉

• Heat the wheel rim Heating the front wheel rim before applying your decals improves adhesion between the materials.
• Remove decals on a flat surface. Our decals are transfer-printed. scrape Applying the decals to a flat surface beforehand helps prevent them from sticking to the backing paper.
• Rest time Allow 48-72 hours in a dry place between 7-25°C for the decal to adhere to the wheel rim.
• Heat the decals Heating the decals helps reduce or remove bubbles and wrinkles.

Step 4 – Application

Our decals are shown on transferThis means you'll need to remove them from the paper backing. If the sticker
He is Essential to use a squeegee for application. Or, failing that, a credit or loyalty card to scrape your decals and ensure they adhere properly to the wheel rims. motorcycle wheel scraper are offered with the purchase of a kit.

We recommend starting with the edgings If you purchased a complete kit, it includes the exterior structure, allowing you to then apply the wheel rims' interior decals.

First,

• Position Your decals on the wheel rims without removing the paper filmYou can use small pieces of tape to help you position the decal and ensure it's straight.
  You can also make marks with a pencil by taking measurements.

When your decals are applied with the adhesives and the spacing is to your liking, let's go.

• Pull the decal from one end.The decal separates from the paper backing. Apply the sticker gently to the wheel rim, guiding it with your fingers and pressing it against the rim gradually.
  Be careful not to handle the decals by the adhesive side.

When your decal is applied:

• Scraper with the scraper so that the adhesive Adheres perfectly.
• Then gently peel the transfer in the direction of the decal. Do not pull perpendicular to the wheel rim. Fresh adhesive might peel off.
  

Repeat for the other decals.

For large decals like logos, you can (if the design allows), Cut in half Apply the decal in two pieces. For curved wheel rim areas, you can also make cuts in the blank areas to aid installation.
Scraping is particularly important for these decals as folds may persist around the contours.
Heating the decals with a heat gun or hairdryer may help Remove air bubbles and wrinkles.

If bubbles remain, you can Prick with a fine needle Unable to translate. No motorcycle-specific meaning for "résultat invisible" is found.

The application is similar for the Social media decals Assume the paint or adhesive adheres to a clean surface.

For questions about installation, please Contact us here. 👈

You can also use our video tutorial If this appeals to you more.

Apply decals

In case you are truly not manuals or that you have a major laziness You can ask at specialized shops or garages. Apply your decalsYou might also have a friend willing to help you! 🤗

Some dealerships will also install them if you buy a new motorcycle with parts to be installed at their garage. Two birds with one stone !

Motorcycle wheel rim decals - Conclusion

Here, your wheel rims are custom and your This bike is awesome. It's time to take photos and send them to us. Our networks To share your work and inspire other motorcyclists.

You can also Contact us for any questions. or if you want to go further with additional decals or a Decal Kit Assorted!