COLOR CODE19656 - States Blue PearlHarley-Davidson Touch-Up Paint

The Look

This color captures the mid-nineties aesthetic of the Motor Company perfectly. It is a deep, patriotic shade that sat on everything from the massive fairings of the Ultra Classic to the slim tanks of the Sportster during its brief two-year run. Since your bike has lived through nearly three decades of sun and road grit, the original pigment has likely mellowed. It is a mature blue that doesn't scream for attention like a bright chrome-yellow, but it rewards a close look with a sophisticated shimmer that defines that specific era of heavy-duty cruising.

Technical Details

Because this is a pearl finish, you are dealing with more than just blue pigment. The finish relies on tiny mica flakes to catch the light and create depth. This means the way you apply it changes how the color sits. If you glob it on too thick in one spot, the mica will cluster together and make the repair look darker or muddier than the surrounding area. Before you spray or dab Harley-Davidson States Blue Pearl (check for code 19656), you need to shake it for 60 seconds to ensure those heavy pearls are suspended evenly in the liquid.

Best Practices

Finding the factory sticker on a bike from this era is a challenge, but you can usually spot the color information on the frame rail under the seat or by checking the original owner's manual. When you are ready to work, move the bike into a garage or a patch of shade to keep the metal cool to the touch. Test the color on the included card first to see how the pearl reacts to different light. Whether you are using a nozzle or a brush, keep the container moving to prevent the paint from pooling. Give it plenty of drying time between layers; rushing a pearl finish is the fastest way to end up with a mismatched patch that looks like a bruise on your fender.