Epic detail CVO ™ Limited - Harley-Davidson 3 months by KC

[kc's]

CVO ™ Limited - Harley-Davidson




Harley-Davidson CVO (for Custom Vehicle Operations) motorcycles are a family of models created by Harley-Davidson for the factory custom

it weight 4000 ++ Kilograms

twice as heavy than a Ducati Multistrada or Triump tiger, BMW GS 1200, Versys 1000,



top-of-the line style



110 cubic inches of top-of-the-line Harley-Davidson engine

Special features for the CVO lineup have included performance upgrades from Harley`s "Screamin` Eagle" branded parts, hand-painted pinstripes, ostrich leather on seats and trunks, gold leaf incorporated in the paint, and electronic accessories like GPS navigation systems and iPod music players.




Top-of the line sound system! Water proof speaker that come with Ipod
While many car and bike audio systems have variable speed-related volume adjustment that increases volume the faster you go, this variant of the system also adjusts the EQ. It pumps up the bass as your speed increases because wind noise cancels out low frequencies. So, as you go faster, the sound doesn’t become shrill. It just keeps pumping out hi-fidelity sound.








chosen a small selection of its mass-produced motorcycle models and created limited-edition customization of those platforms with larger-displacement engines, costlier paint designs, and additional accessories not found on the mainstream models





If you’re in the enviable position of positive cash flow, a right-side-up mortgage and general liquidity in your financial affairs, Harley-Davidson has a motorcycle for you[/quote]

Worldwide Production: 3,150 units including 900 anniversary models
Performance: 122 ft. lbs. @ 3750rpm

Hand painted Colors:
• Atomic Orange/Galaxy Grey with Edge Graphics
• Roman Gold/Burnt Emerald with Edge Graphics
• 110th Anniversary Edition Diamond Dust/Obsidian with Palladium Graphics

What makes Harley-Davidson Custom Vehicle Operations, or CVO, motorcycles so expensive and are they really worth it? We ride ... “They don`t do big miles on them, but pull them out on a sunny Sunday for special moments

Top 187 Complaints and Reviews about Harley Davidson.....RUST

How to fix rust line in bare metal part of front fender?
Hi all Dont get me wrong, i love this cvo, i fell in love with it as soon as i ... and it seems that im not the only one with this problem with this model.

the salt air will rust it up and I mean fast. this bike sat outside not even close to the ocean for only a few days while at bike fest and when It got home every part that had ever been nicked was rusted.

Front fork



lower front folk


engine cover
oxidized



scuff
more swirls up





CVO models are produced in Harley-Davidson`s York, Pennsylvania plant, where touring and Softail models are also manufactured. In each model year

moving to paint!
I was told it is Painted with 23 carat gold leaf flames

these are hand crafted machine with hand painted....gold in the paint got swirl up from improper washing techniques




side box




tank

CVO models feature larger-displacement engines than the mainstream models, and these larger-displacement engines make their way into the normal "big twin" line


tank area


side cover



more from side



scratchhhhhhhhhh on the hand painted golf paint

alamak aka OMG!!! this is gold paint....means Gold in the paint

front wheel cover



rear tail swirls


tank



side box




reminding myself of 23 carat gold leaf flames


my client would have opted to any detailer which can complete in 2 days time....and he told me that these detailer will use some kind ofacid (degreaser to get the oxidse out) or even try Autosol Chrome and Metal Polish

I beg to differ...i has OPTIMUM METAL POLISH ...and etcs....but I am not gonna to let my ego go before me....and so i opted for polish and I had it hand polish for 3 months

I may not afford to buy a bently or rolls royce but definately I will find time to detail this CVO, it is hand built, limited production, hand painted.....gold paint!!!! it is so premium almost cost USD 100 K to buy it new here!! My buddy whom happen to own this CVO, got some issue and I took my sweet sweet time to detail this ride......ENDED UP 3 MONTHS!!! no machine is design to do Bikes.....esp chrome parts

I used alot of elbow grease , enduring many many bruises and cuts in my hands especialy countless inbetween my nails....ouchhhhhh


sharing with you some of the picture taken in process

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lower oil cooler





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air inlet duct
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front folk
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[kc's]

front head lamp cover
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front cover



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tank
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tank indication light cover removed for further cleaning



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cracked beneath the tank cover





tank indication light cover
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tank indication light cover

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petrol tank left side

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right side front cover

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REAR FENDER beneath the pillion ride seat
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side pannier box
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PAINT
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I could have opted for aggresive cleaner or metal polish but this wouldnt come close for this Master piece

or even try Autosol Chrome and Metal Polish


I has Meguairs M205 with me all the way ...not forgetting many many finger cuts and bruises ...esp working in the engine compartment are

Opss


I will post the picture of the rims

[kc's]

FAST FORWARD 3 months later

after all the chrome part being restored and paint at the optimum

I had to choose a permenant and heat resisting protection COAT


I choose OPTI Guard ! my choice of protection

seats was remove to be opti leather coated



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CVOs don’t attract new customers to the brand. “They are well-heeled existing Harley owners usually looking for a second motorcycle,”

gold paint popping up again



i even get this CD player opti coated




odo meter




tank indicator cover




voltage is important to be monitored



4 leds head lights



it must be a CVO



lets rock


spot light




long bore





CVO models are for the rider who wants it all. Big wheels. Big engine. Big paint





front disc brake cover





side step




RPM



my favourite part.....muziKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKK KK



pedal



cruise control



CVO







rear brake reseviour






american infront and italiano mine



i missed this CVO badly and sadly

it has been one of the best bike i ever ridden




thats me on the giant



italiano looking at the americano


japanese looking at the American


it has been along long detail with the long long picture

I hope you would enjoy as much as I detail (3 long months) and thread


after completing this, I actually had another 2012 Pearl white CVO in my house for another months....stay tune

wishing you "live to Ride" and enjoy biking again

[tropicsteve]

nice turn around. I can detail my pick up truck faster that I can detail my Harley. very time consuming to do it right.

[kc's]

nice turn around. I can detail my pick up truck faster that I can detail my Harley. very time consuming to do it right.

Total agreed


Thanks for your kind words bro

[Ronkh]

Nice work !!!

A lot of "fine detail" work

[RaysWay]

Wow! I love the level of detail you put into that Screamin Eagle! You could have just taken pictures from 5 feet away...but you tackled all of the paint and chrome up close and personal. Great job Kc`s!

[kc's]

Nice work !!!

A lot of "fine detail" work

Thanks ROnKH for your kind words

Wow! I love the level of detail you put into that Screamin Eagle! You could have just taken pictures from 5 feet away...but you tackled all of the paint and chrome up close and personal. Great job Kc`s!

Thanks Vega for your kind words

Indeed I was about to give up detailing, and this sweet babe came to me.....got many bruises and cuts, loss quite a bit blood too...from these cuts

not forgetting back pain.....

[sprocketser]

Great job on the Harley mate . What prouct/method did you used on the chrome mate !

[kc's]

Great job on the Harley mate . What prouct/method did you used on the chrome mate !

Apologies mate
was busy the whole morning ....forgotten to reply your question earlier


I could have opted for aggresive cleaner, or even try Autosol Chrome and any other Metal Polish but not for this collectible Master piece
so I opted for meaguars M205 polish (cutting level of 4 )

I wouldnt want to smear or cause any abrasive , thin hair line or scuff polishing marks...initially was enjoyment ...later when my finger are all cuts and bruises....it hurts!
I would say `slow and steady win the race` and i took over a period of 3 months


I repeated weeks and months later

it was no short cut......each part I did 3-5 passes over a period of 3 months

Thanks for your cheers along the way

[Pats300zx]

Amazing work !! The turnarounds on the chrome pieces are great. Your attention to detail on this job really shows

[sprocketser]

Apologies mate
was busy the whole morning ....forgotten to reply your question earlier


I could have opted for aggresive cleaner, or even try Autosol Chrome and any other Metal Polish but not for this collectible Master piece
so I opted for meaguars M205 polish (cutting level of 4 )

I wouldnt want to smear or cause any abrasive , thin hair line or scuff polishing marks...initially was enjoyment ...later when my finger are all cuts and bruises....it hurts!
I would say `slow and steady win the race` and i took over a period of 3 months


I repeated weeks and months later

it was no short cut......each part I did 3-5 passes over a period of 3 months

Thanks for your cheers along the way

lol , no problem mate . appreciated the comeback , I ll try to remember that polish next time I do my exhaust tips on my ride .

[kc's]

Amazing work !! The turnarounds on the chrome pieces are great. Your attention to detail on this job really shows

Thanks Pats300zx
for your kind words and encouragement

lol , no problem mate . appreciated the comeback , I ll try to remember that polish next time I do my exhaust tips on my ride .

Hi sprocketser
thanks again for your reply....

There are many chrome polish material out there...eg
Autosol Chrome ...............most used for alloy parts
Meguiar`s : Finishing Metal Polish................
Optimum Metal Polish....

eg......on this Hummer https://www.google.com/webhp?sourcei...r+by+detailien





tada




conclusion....

as i recall and remembered the sweat for this Hummer ..........I find it amusing, why american make cars easily oxidizes/ rust and perhaps the journey out to Asia is too salty........



lastly to all metal and chrome lovers........some to share with you ....with love



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tips

my elbows are stronger after these attempts

now your turn