COLOR CODEPB308M - Pearl Spencer BlueHonda-Motorcycle Touch-Up Paint

The Look

This color is a direct handshake with Honda racing history. Named after the legendary Freddie Spencer, this shade captures the spirit of the 1980s AMA Superbike era. Since your bike represents that classic retro-sport aesthetic, you are dealing with a finish that relies on depth rather than just flat pigment. It carries a sense of nostalgia that makes your machine stand out in a sea of modern, characterless blues. Because your bike has likely spent its life catching the sun, the existing finish might have a different glow than a fresh coat, so keep that in mind as you begin your repair.

Technical Details

Pearl Spencer Blue is a complex pearl finish. It uses microscopic mica flakes to catch and refract light, which gives the tank and fairings that signature three-dimensional look. The challenge with pearl finishes is that the color changes based on how thick the paint is applied. If you apply it too heavily in one spot, it will look darker and more crowded than the rest of the bike. If you go too light, the base color will look thin. Your goal is to find the middle ground where the blue looks rich and the pearl flake is distributed evenly across the surface.

Best Practices

You will usually find your paint code sticker located on the frame rail under the seat or tucked inside the document compartment. Before you spray or dab Honda-Motorcycle Pearl Spencer Blue (check for code PB308M), you need to shake the container for at least sixty seconds to wake up those heavy pearl particles. Test the color on the included card to see how the flakes lay down before you touch your bike. When you move to the actual repair, keep the container moving to avoid puddling. If you are working in your garage, ensure you have plenty of light so you can see the pearl transition. Give each coat ample drying time so you don't drag the bottom layer with your next pass.