What To Do? 748/999 Project

So i’ve taken over an abandoned 748/999 engine swap project. The project hasn’t been touched for 12 years. The motor is in and running, however still need dyno time to set up etc. The fundamentals are all there, it just needs finishing.
I’ll be removing the engine and getting it all checked out, new belts (obviously) replace any worn parts etc. Before the 999 motor was fitted the frame was powered coated black, in doing so they covered the frame numbers. So I’m thinking about stripping the frame back to the metal and repainting the original factory bronze.

So here’s my question?

Has anyone re-painted their bronze frame? It’s a satin/matt finish from factory, so will be easily matched from a good quality rattle can. I know the grey frames from later models are smooth and would probably require a professional job. Or should I just get some frame tags made up and keep it black.

 

This isn’t my first Ducati resto/project. I’ve already completed 2 to concourse standard.

The OP said the frame will be stripped to bare metal.

You can indeed get a match in a “rattle” can and get the same factory finish if done correctly.

Thanks



IF more

 

Red at the moment. Have toyed with the idea of getting the frame powder coated red, but I quite like the bronze.

Saying that, red frames do look good

 

Peoject?

 

Like a project, but slightly different...

Edited just for you xx

 

It’s a bitsa, that’s or sure lol.

Tbh, I was actually thinking along the same lines. Really like the older decals. May look at having some 799 decals made up in the older font

 

Red frames look nice,

 

I think you’re right Paul

 

Red frames look fantastic and bring the bike bang up to date... Just can’t make my mind up.

 

I’m a huge Bayliss fan, could go down the Bayliss rep route like my old race bike, and by the looks of it your bike too. Such an great looking machine in thy livery