928891 - Scarlet RedHarley-Davidson Touch Up Paint

The Look

This is the definitive "true red" of the 2011 lineup. While other years leaned into darker burgundies or sun-drenched oranges, this color was a return to a bold, mid-century aesthetic that looked just as right on a stripped-down Sportster as it did on a fully dressed Street Glide. Because your bike has been on the road since 2011, you should expect that the original pigment has faced over a decade of UV exposure. This means your fresh paint might look slightly more saturated than the weathered areas of your tank or fenders, so blending will be your best friend.

Technical Details

This is a strictly solid finish. You won't find any metallic flakes or pearl dust hiding in the bottle, which makes it a double-edged sword for repairs. On one hand, you don't have to worry about the "mottling" or tiger-striping that plagues silver or charcoal bikes. On the other hand, a solid red is completely honest; it shows every swirl mark and sanding scratch. Without any flake to distract the eye, your repair depends entirely on how smooth you get the surface before the color goes down.

Best Practices

Before you spray or dab Harley-Davidson Scarlet Red (check for code 928891), you need to shake it for 60 seconds. Harley-Davidson rarely stamps a paint code directly on the frame, so if you are double-checking your match, you usually need to run your VIN through a dealer or look for a small white sticker tucked under the seat. Always test the color on the included card before touching the bike to see how the hue stacks up against your aged factory finish. Whether you are using a pen or a can, keep the container moving to ensure the red lays down flat and even. Give it plenty of drying time between light coats to prevent the paint from sagging or losing its depth.