my fingernail scuffed up my tank there a bit too when i was removing the sticker. i first used Goo Gone and some strong rubbing with a clean microfiber towel to get rid of all the adhesive. once that was all gone, i used some P21S car wax on the area, and the scratches buffed right out by hand.
car wax has very mild abrasive in it that helps polish out minor clear coat scratches. but, make sure that everything that touches the surface of your bike or car is completely clean. a dirty cloth or scruffy rag will definitely scratch. always use clean cloths and pads.
when applying the wax, don't over saturate the area. dab a bit into the area where the scratch is deepest, gently rub it in and let it sit about a min or two, then wipe it off in a straight, consistent strokes. repeat a few times until the scratch is gone- varying how firm to rub based on judgement- as it might not come out the first time.
the karate kid "wax on wax off" motion is actually how most swirl marks accumulate into car paint- esp when done with not completely clean wash mits, applicator sponges, or towels.
car wax has very mild abrasive in it that helps polish out minor clear coat scratches. but, make sure that everything that touches the surface of your bike or car is completely clean. a dirty cloth or scruffy rag will definitely scratch. always use clean cloths and pads.
when applying the wax, don't over saturate the area. dab a bit into the area where the scratch is deepest, gently rub it in and let it sit about a min or two, then wipe it off in a straight, consistent strokes. repeat a few times until the scratch is gone- varying how firm to rub based on judgement- as it might not come out the first time.
the karate kid "wax on wax off" motion is actually how most swirl marks accumulate into car paint- esp when done with not completely clean wash mits, applicator sponges, or towels.
I am pissed. I got very impatient and a little overzealous so now I have some scratches on the tank from that stupid warning sticker. Is there something I can do to fix it if I went through the clear coat a little bit? Is this a catastrophic screw up??
Feeling stupid....