COLOR CODEYR-232P - OrangeHonda-Motorcycle Touch-Up Paint

The Look

If you are riding a bike from 2002, you own a color that was only around for a short time. This shade was a standout for the cruiser lineup, giving models like the Shadow Sabre and the VTX series a glow that turns heads. It is a bold choice that sits between a classic copper and a modern neon, designed to capture the sunlight as you lean into a curve. Since your Honda has been on the road for over two decades, this refresh will bring back the factory pop that made the 2002 lineup unique.

Technical Details

This is a pearl finish, which means the appearance changes based on how the light hits the mica flakes suspended in the paint. Pearls offer depth, but they require a steady hand because the flakes can pool if the paint goes on too thick in one spot. If that happens, you will notice dark patches that break up the finish. You want to build the color with thin layers so the pearl particles lay flat and reflect light in an even way across the tank or fender.

Best Practices

You can find your paint info on a sticker located on the frame rail under the seat or tucked behind a side cover. Before you spray or dab Honda-Motorcycle Orange (check for code YR-232P), you need to shake it for 60 seconds to make sure those pearl particles are mixed. Test the color on the included card to see how the mica settles before you touch the bike. When you begin, keep the container moving at a steady pace to prevent the paint from loading up in one area. Give the surface plenty of drying time between each pass in your garage or a patch of shade to ensure the pearl effect stays crisp and deep.