COLOR CODE928909 - Inferno Orange TricoatHarley-Davidson Touch-Up Paint

The Look

This color is a firestorm for the road. Originally lighting up the 2008 lineup across all models, it was built to give heavy-duty cruisers the visual depth of a custom show bike. Since your Harley has likely been out in the sun for over a decade, this orange has probably taken on a character of its own. It is an aggressive, high-energy hue that makes standard solids look flat by comparison. It is less about being seen and more about being impossible to ignore.

Technical Details

You are dealing with a complex pearl tricoat. This means the finish relies on light passing through a translucent middle layer to hit the base below. Because it is a pearl, you run the risk of mottling-those dark, wavy streaks that happen when the metallic flakes are not distributed evenly. The depth of the orange depends entirely on how many layers of the mid-coat you apply. More layers will deepen the color toward a burnt ember, while fewer layers keep it bright and punchy. It is a balancing act of pigment and light.

Best Practices

Before you spray or dab Harley-Davidson Inferno Orange Tricoat (check for code 928909), you need to shake it for at least 60 seconds. The heavy pearls in this formula settle at the bottom of the container and need a violent mix to wake up. Since Harleys rarely have a paint code label in plain sight, you might have to verify your match via the VIN at a dealership or check for a small sticker on the steering head of the frame. Always test the color on the included card first. This allows you to count how many coats of the mid-color you need to match the current fade of your bike. Keep the container moving at a steady pace to ensure the pearls lay flat and catch the light correctly. Work in your garage or the shade, and give it plenty of drying time between layers to prevent the translucent coats from sagging.