I've looked through most of the photos, has no one else debadged? While I had the panels off to fix the buzzzz I removed the kawasaki and versys decals, and now it looks really clean! I'll try to borrow a camera tomorrow to post some pictures. With those removed there really aren't any markings left to identify the bike, I kind of like that look.

Also de-badged mine. Putting a Honda decal on it instead really drives folks nuts!!!

Also de-badged mine. Putting a Honda decal on it instead really drives folks nuts!!!

:D Excellent

I debadged mine...It's become a mistery. "What is That ?" Much cleaner. I do this with all my bikes.

Just bought mine last week and LOVE it! I don't want to trash the paint, but would like to get rid of the decals. What is the best method?

Warm up decal with hair dryer. Peel with fingers. Use Go Gone or rubbing alcohol to take off all adhesive and wax.

Believe it or not.....They just peel off .

Thanks for the info.

Believe it or not.....They just peel off .

I tried that tonight, and I could remove the garage stickers easily but when trying to remove the "Versys" stickers, the glue stayed on the bike...My Versys is black, so I think Ill just let it in the sun tomorrow, and try to remove it when it's very hot...

you will be able to rub off with you hand wen adhesive is warm

Warm up decal with hair dryer. Peel with fingers. Use Go Gone or rubbing alcohol to take off all adhesive and wax.

x2. A hair dryer works great if they won't just peel right off.

Tried it and it works great indeed. Although I was careful not to overheat the plastic (found out when I was a kid that you could melt plastic with a hair dryer! :P )

It came right off, and I cleaned the remaining glue residu with my helmet cleaner (cleaner for plastic and metal). I removed the dealer sticker and the Versys on both sides but kept the Kawasaki I think it looks ok on the black versys.

I'll get some better pics this weekend if I'm not too busy riding. :D I just snapped these in my garage for a quick preview.

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v326/lrc4x4/Versys/849ab730.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v326/lrc4x4/Versys/55111fe4.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v326/lrc4x4/Versys/29ff865a.jpg

I just decided to debadge mine...partially, I left the Versys stickers on and took off the Kawi stickers only. Will remove them all when I get some custom vinyl done.

The stickers on the swing arm come off easier that the ones on the bodywork. Why do we need decals to tell us what the air pressure and chain play should be? Also, I could care less what EPA regulations this bike meets! :D

I've thought about ordering some Ducati badges for mine. That would keep them scratching their heads. :D

You'd be surprised what Honda on the side does to head scratching!!! Had them going at the Gap on Fri!!
One guy in Tellico on Sun asked if he could get one at a Honda dealer yet!!!
Great fun!!!

Warm up decal with hair dryer. Peel with fingers. Use Go Gone or rubbing alcohol to take off all adhesive and wax.

I debadged mine the first day it came home. I have always used Goo-Gone after any sticker/decal removal to get the residue off. It works like a charm, apply the GG, wait ~30 seconds and wipe with a rag. Smooth as glass and won't hurt paint/wax/clearcoat.

I think I'm going to put some Ferrari badges on mine and see how many heads turn.....:D

I think I'm going to put some Ferrari badges on mine and see how many heads turn.....:D

haha, let us know:thumb:

Honda badged V!!!

why?

I took off the "Kawasaki" but left the "Versys"

Now I get the, "Is that a Eye'talian bike?...I see where it says Versiesé on the side"

Honda badged V!!!

Hey, you made the highlights (http://bp0.blogger.com/_LxZ4Mi3rR3Q/SGH9qDC19MI/AAAAAAAAKF4/Dd7DcY9OtPo/s1600-h/img_0705.jpg)on killboy.com :thumb: :yeahsmile:

-Alan

I couldn't resist......Not many around here know what a Versys is anyway.:D

I LIKE the Ducati! Thats great!

Very Nice :thumb:

I've been asked if it was a Ducati ever since I took the Kawa badging off. You just confirmed it :D

I love it! I considered debadging mine and putting Ducati stickers on it too. There are lots of Ducatis in my group of friends and everyone calls the bike a "poor man's multistrada" anyway....

A few days ago, I got an SMS from a friend I hadn't spoken to in several months. I mentioned getting a new bike - a Versys.

He replied back: "I had to Google it. It's basically a Kawasaki Multistrada 650?"

Yep. :D

The decals are from an 07 Multistrada 1000. I thought it sorta-kinda looked like a Multistrada.......from a distance:)
It fools a lot of people.

anyone know how to accomplish the debuzz?

anyone know how to accomplish the debuzz?

http://forums.kawasakiversys.com/showthread.php?t=620

how do you "debuzz" the instrument panel? thanks, msq2@cox.net

I took all the stickers off, left it blank on one side, they walk to the other side looking and see Combat 750
And they still don't know what it is.

^^That combat badge is awesome.^^

The first thing I did when I got mine home(two weeks ago) was take the badges off. I used a small hair dryer and they mostly came off. I used WD-40 to take off any remaining adhesive. It looks great but now I have people constantly asking me about the bike. I like the Ferrari idea, but my sense of humor would probably have me going the opposite direction. Kia or Hyundai?

Peeled mine off with fingers after warming them a little with hair dyer. The remaining glue comes off with Plexus nice and shiney when you're done, don't foget the one on the shield while you're there...

I replaced a Guzzi with the Versys, and it seemed strange to not have a Moto Guzzi in the garage.

I couldn't resist......Not many around here know what a Versys is anyway.:D

Where did you get those bags. I want some!

I replaced a Guzzi with the Versys, and it seemed strange to not have a Moto Guzzi in the garage.

I love that seat! It looks like it lowers and keeps you from sliding forward also. Where can I get one?

Where did you get those bags. I want some!


They are just some inexpensive Nelson-Rigg bags I picked up from NewEnough.com. Needed something until I can save up for hard bags.

I can't get my bike near a hair dryer...is there another good way to debadge? I was contemplating using a few hot rags and holding them to the decals until I could easily peel off, then some cleaner to remove the rest. Any ideas?

I love that seat! It looks like it lowers and keeps you from sliding forward also. Where can I get one?

That is Kawasaki's low gel seat. I did not get it because it is lower, I got it because I wanted a firmer seat. It does sit a few inches lower but is no narrower than the original item. My legs are still splayed out, so the real-world height reduction is not the claimed two inches—maybe an inch at the most. I installed one of Speedy Gonzales' shock relocaters to lower my Versys and that modification does work well.

The seat does limit front-to-back movement, and it does solve the forward sliding problem, but it ever-so-slightly crowds the family jewels. So far, that has not been a problem. It is much firmer than the too-cushy stock seat, but it has gel padding and, thus far, is much more comfortable for my skinny butt. I think it is a significantly nicer seat than the original, too, much better quality. The cover is a nice high-grip material and the piping/lettering is high quality.

Look on eBay and you can find low Versys gel seats for about $400. I got mine from a fellow Versysian for a bit less. Many folks like the low gel seat but others do not. If you are looking to get your feet closer to the ground, I would recommend a lowering kit. If you want a more comfortable seat that does not make you slide forward, this might do the trick.

Just wanted to inform everyone, using a hot rag (dip rag in coffee/tea warm water) and holding over the decals for roughly 30 seconds allows you to peel off the decal without any problem, and not a single bit of residue.

I "debadged" my steed today and it looks great. Got'um wondering now!

By the way, here is an excellent adhesive remover I've used for years and it doesn't harm any finish.

I also "bobbed" the rat tail. It looks a lot better.

I replaced a Guzzi with the Versys, and it seemed strange to not have a Moto Guzzi in the garage.

which saddle bag mt do you have?

You guys who can get the red model have it all your way for replacing the stickers. I like the Ducati badge but the Ferrari idea is great fun. Here in Australia the V only comes in green. The colour is so identifiable as Kawasaki that there's little room for playing around.

http://kawasaki.com.au/index.php?category=motorcycles&sub_category=5&product=89

I'm told the 2009 model here will be burnt orange only. No change in spec, but apparently they are going to rotate the available colours each year.

WD-40 on a soft cloth works great to remove glue, been using it for years, no harm to paint. Works to remove flung up chain lube too. Than I wash and wax and nobody be da wiser. :thumb:

I removed the Versys Stickers on the tank only, with finger nail and goo gone. I like the Black Kawi sticker, it breaks up the red on the front end, has a cleaner look and at least answers the first question people have.

My re-badge:

Great re-badge! Does "Two by two hands of blue" have any meaning for you?

Shiney!

Gorram it...where did you find that?

Had 2 made, I'm in England so I am guessing the link ain't going to help. Search for decal, sticker ... stuff like that. Cost me £10 ($15ish). I wanted a plastic rocket and a pony but Buddah gave me a Versys.

This should keep 'em guessing.

I think I'm going to put some Ferrari badges on mine and see how many heads turn.....:D
I got tired of people asking me what kind of bike it was. Like they couldn't read the bid blak block lettering....
Now they just stare and wait for the garbage truck behind them to remind them that light is now Green.
http://www.kawasakiversys.com/gallery/data/500/medium/DSC09556.JPG

I might debadge and put Monster decals on the side (the green M).

Spinalzo that is great. I thought of doing the same thing but was worried I'd be putting 'her' at risk of being vandalized or stolen. Jermey Clarkson said on 'top gear' how people used to routinely spit on his ferrari when he'd park it in public. :-(

Spinalzo that is great. I thought of doing the same thing but was worried I'd be putting 'her' at risk of being vandalized or stolen. Jermey Clarkson said on 'top gear' how people used to routinely spit on his ferrari when he'd park it in public. :-(

If spit bothered me I wouldn't ride in Texas. More people chew in this state than anywhere I've lived. As a matter of fact, if there's moisture on the road it probably is brown and slimy and not heavenly precipitation.
But I will pay attention to the seat more closely before I sit down....

What about this one?
http://www.stickergirl.com/images/Lamborghini.jpg

this is whats going on my bike once Im finished buying the bags I need.
http://pacificapocalypse.com/pacificapocalypse/wp-content/uploads/2008/07/sally_jupiter_fullsize.jpg

Once I get mine I will de-badge it and put either Buell or the Koenigsegg label on it.

Some interesting ideas out there.

My bike was de-badged by the PO. Here's my approach to re-badging.

That looks great!

That looks great!

Thanks. I've been "Bones" since I was a kid and I've had the same skull heads on my ST1300 for a few years. When I got a Versys with a "clean slate" I got some more and went a step further and ordered the words. (www.edecals.com (http://www.edecals.com/custom_decal_designer/instant_sticker_designer.html)). Except for MOTO BONES, there's no brand ID. Even the Givi emblems in the panniers came off in favor of DOT red reflective. With all the snow on the ground I haven't ridden the bike to see what kind of responses I get, but I am looking forward to it. C'mon spring!

I think I'm going to put some Ferrari badges on mine and see how many heads turn.....:D

ok, so I haven't looked at this thread since it was started but I FINALLY got mine done... so yeah, it speaks for itself and I guess some idiot will either steal it or tip it over...?
better quality link
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Just don't a put a "bmw" style decal on it. Do something that means something TO YOU.

Here is mine from an old post :

i'll ride it like this for awhile.

the young bucks on the crotch rockets,
are rubber necking to get a better look.

I love it...

Man I like those black wheels!

Uh, you know your windscreen is upside down right, right!

Thanks, although they are a bugger to keep clean.

yes on the windscreen, i tried it upside down just to see if it would fit.
and i liked the way it looked. and it performs a tad better buffer wise.

looks much better in person, photos are not the best.

:D I need this for a greenie !!!

I had my V at the Vanilla Bean for a piece of pie. Popular place for riders of all marques. An older gent on a spit-polished black ST3 stopped to look at my bike while I was talking to another guy. He walked over and said, "What's a Moto Bones? Or maybe I should ask what was it before it became a Moto Bones?" I told him the truth, so I'm still waiting for someone to come up and say something like, "You know I used to have a Moto Bones when I was living in Italy." "Um, yeah, they were really popular over there."

The Red Baron

http://i330.photobucket.com/albums/l424/roadkilt1/WindFarmRide001.jpg

http://i330.photobucket.com/albums/l424/roadkilt1/WindFarmRide003.jpg

I had my V at the Vanilla Bean for a piece of pie. Popular place for riders of all marques. An older gent on a spit-polished black ST3 stopped to look at my bike while I was talking to another guy. He walked over and said, "What's a Moto Bones? Or maybe I should ask what was it before it became a Moto Bones?" I told him the truth, so I'm still waiting for someone to come up and say something like, "You know I used to have a Moto Bones when I was living in Italy." "Um, yeah, they were really popular over there."

Reminds me of a British TV sitcom where a particularly stupid character was trying to talk tough about his super hot Italian car (he had no car).

The other bloke asked what kind of car it was.
'A Zannussi,' he said, which in England is a brand of washing machine.

Woo Hoo...

Blingee.com

My Daughter said to check it out.
I got way to much time on my hands.

My new graphics... :D

http://images52.fotki.com/v637/photos/2/17642/7711898/IMG_0649-vi.jpg

http://images18.fotki.com/v16/photos/2/17642/7711898/P1000297-vi.jpg

http://images19.fotki.com/v32/photos/2/17642/7711898/P1000288-vi.jpg

http://images44.fotki.com/v1486/photos/2/17642/7398767/IMG_0377-vi.jpg

http://images47.fotki.com/v1463/photos/2/17642/7398767/IMG_0376-vi.jpg

http://images49.fotki.com/v1460/photos/2/17642/7398767/IMG_0382-vi.jpg

http://images47.fotki.com/v1462/photos/2/17642/7398767/IMG_0378-vi.jpg

OOOOOWEEEE that's a purdy bike!!!!!!

farkel me Elmo!! Wow.

hi davidweed maybe you will like this to complete the look

this is whats going on my bike once Im finished buying the bags I need.
http://pacificapocalypse.com/pacificapocalypse/wp-content/uploads/2008/07/sally_jupiter_fullsize.jpg

That's what I was thinking along those lines. Some WWII fighter/bomber plane nose art.

Just don't a put a "bmw" style decal on it. Do something that means something TO YOU.

I guess thats ok but its like getting vanity plates that mean something to YOU. It means nothing to the thousands of people that read it everyday. I find that an odd thing to do. I would rather mock another brand (or person)...and since I have two BMWs I am trying to help my Versys fit in. :D

http://mike.chornbe.com/bikes/KMW1.jpg

http://mike.chornbe.com/bikes/KMW2.jpg

I don't have the rondels from Contractor yet, but I'll be putting them on. Even still, within an hour of having my bike the Kawi stickers were off, leaving nowhere on the bike with a badge, except for "Versys". I still wanted people to know the model.

Without any badges of Make, I still get lots and lots of people that 'think' it's a beemer, most likely due to the blue and the shape. It's cool, I really like beemers and my dad and uncle ride beemers (I'm the freak, they think) so it's not a bad thing.

I say do what you like and think it would be absolutely hilarious to get the lot of us together with all the Guzzi, Honda and other various stickers and get a group picture of the bikes. That'd be one for the scrapbook for sure.

In the end, it's your bike, and your money in it, do what you want.

Of 42 Hondas I have owned, the red 1990 TransAlp was my all-time favorite. My main complaint about it was the power(or more accurately, the lack of power). If Honda offered a new TransAlp with improved power, I almost certainly would have bought one. One ride on the Versys and I knew I had found what I was looking for; but I am a Honda person, and I have never owned a Kawasaki. For me, the Versys was everything I liked about the TransAlp with the bonus of POWER!!!! But it is a Kowa... Cowa... man, I can't even say Kawasaki. I can't be seen riding a GREEN Kawasaki. Then I found a new leftover RED Versys. Then I found this forum. And then I found this thread. Problem solved!

I guess the lesson I have learned is: I am not a Honda person. I am not a Triumph person. I am a motorcyclist. For me, today, the motorcycle I like best happens to be a Kawasaki.

I removed the blocky Kawasaki from both sides but left the Versys. It lookes much better that way. I also removed the Barkbusters name from them, the SW-Motech from the engine crashguards and the stickers from the swingarm.

Much cleaner look.

gti20vturbo; what is that on the side of the engine. I'm guessing it's California emissions stuff. Mine doesn't have it.

Hey Okie...Love that Transalp badging ...Honda wings are big + too...Must get some interesting inquires :D
DennisD, yup, that's the charcoal cannister to catch all those nasty fumes on the Calif models...

gti20vturbo; what is that on the side of the engine. I'm guessing it's California emissions stuff. Mine doesn't have it.

Yeap Evap canister and I wish there was one on both sides. It blocks the hot air on the left from blasting the inside of my leg (mesh pants, 95 degree temps). :)

I debadged mine I regret it a bit maybe I need to get used to it. It is amazing how many people ask what the hell it is now, this happen instantly. They can,t believe it is a Kawi.

I guess thats ok but its like getting vanity plates that mean something to YOU. It means nothing to the thousands of people that read it everyday. I find that an odd thing to do. I would rather mock another brand (or person)...and since I have two BMWs I am trying to help my Versys fit in. :D

http://mike.chornbe.com/bikes/KMW1.jpg

http://mike.chornbe.com/bikes/KMW2.jpg

To be truthfull im not a big fan of putting another brands label on the Kawi ! But Man , I like that green KMW.:clap:

I like it, I was thinking of putting at BMW on on it, that is brilliant

I have mine without badges. I've been told "Nice Ducati" a couple of times. :D

I have a sign cutting machine where I work. The machine has about a brazillion fonts, so I renamed the versys. It is now a Porsche Marmoset. To anyone who asks I just tell them they cannot take any photos of the prototype and that I am not at liberty to talk about the technology.

I have a sign cutting machine where I work. The machine has about a brazillion fonts, so I renamed the versys. It is now a Porsche Marmoset. To anyone who asks I just tell them they cannot take any photos of the prototype and that I am not at liberty to talk about the technology.

Technology off the chart! I heard the Porsche Marmoset has inverted reverse polarity gator drive engagement, full flannelstan suspension adjustment, rattis rod shift linkage, and digital wheeble clusters. That's what I heard, anyway. :D

stickers came off the day I brought it home. same method as stated above. bike looks much better. probl voided my warranty

Anyone make up thier own sitckers for the side. some of these sign companies do great work with this wrap material

Maybe my green Versys should have a John Deere sticker!

Maybe my green Versys should have a John Deere sticker!

Go for it, farmer Rhodes!

http://www.greenfunstore.com/John-Deere-Decals-and-Bumper-Stickers.html

Definetely replacing my stickers, one side already gone thanks to a road tire / dirt road / adrenalin / combination...

toying with V659 , V Beater, Samarai V, Little Big V...

Like most of us I love this bike but it is really hard to say 'versys' without sounding 'gay' (not thats theres anything wrong with that), I hate the name.

I think I like a big V with a small 659 next to it..and perhaps a monster graphic

look forward to seeing more ideas, I still haven't made my mind up

:topsecret:

what does "659" signify? why not use displacement, 649?

i just pulled the decals from mine, they were so cheesy it was driving me crazy. why can't KHI come up with a decent tank logo, like the tuning forks or the wing? even that diamond-shaped 'S''is better than 'Kawasaki' across the tank on a cheap sticker. lame.

anyway, in lieu of a hair dryer or warm weather, a towel soaked in hot water does the trick. now i'll have to figure out where to find some "goo gone" since alcohol wasn't getting it done.

Whatever you do...DO NOT USE LACQUER THINNER...Don't ask me how I know this:o

I've thought about ordering some Ducati badges for mine. That would keep them scratching their heads. :D

I didn't think about it.... I did it. Looks good on Red!
http://i43.photobucket.com/albums/e367/gashogg/versys2008038.jpg

I just got mine last night, it now has about 4 miles and the second thing I did was remove the stickers..

http://img168.imageshack.us/img168/3203/moddedversys008.jpg (http://img168.imageshack.us/i/moddedversys008.jpg/)

I'd like to see someone put a Harley logo on their bike, then tell the Harley guys, at least the ones that think its only a real bike if it has stretched forks and ape hanger bars, that it is the new Sportster. :)

what does "659" signify? why not use displacement, 649?



mmm, ok I'll share the secret '659' is a rarely used code (known only by myself, dan brown and a few others) it loosely means 'illiterate one, who has suffered many concussions'...

I meant 649, although I'm leaning towards (samarai) Sami V, A go anywhere sort of ninja..I like that connection.

I lightly dropped sami v in the dirt (sand) today, there are lots of ways to get the stickers off if you think about it or dont. I'm still happy cause I got to climb a boulder and meet a long legged beauty along the way.
(see vid http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bF565Lh83J0 ).

Heavy bike to pick up when your stuffed and on soft slippery slopes, I wonder what a gs1200 must be like to pick up in those conditions. Yeah I know, dont drop it in the first place but as my grandpa never said 'if your going to push the envelope, you have to expect some paper cuts along the way', although I bet he wished he had (said it)...confused, we only just met?

chris:topsecret:

I was thinking of going with just a simple VS on the side or should it be V/S? Anyway was thinking of putting it in sort of a stencil font with black reflective vinyl.

My tank tramp stamp matches one of my multi tools. I thought I was the first to do this but my by mistaken. Anyway, My digital camera batteries are dead so here’s a tag photo from last year.

Jeff B
http://i884.photobucket.com/albums/ac43/centriatc/shtag006.jpg

My tank tramp stamp matches one of my multi tools.

That is a GREAT idea! Very appropriate and it looks good too. :thumb:

Mine is debaged and added a couple decals, on fairing and under seats, under seats say Don't Panic and Forty Two.

Technology off the chart! I heard the Porsche Marmoset has inverted reverse polarity gator drive engagement, full flannelstan suspension adjustment, rattis rod shift linkage, and digital wheeble clusters. That's what I heard, anyway. :D

You forgot to mention the "Twin Turbo Incapulators".
or you just wanted to save the best for last!

"Love that Marmoset":D

My re-badge:

Serenity Badge is absolutely awesome !!!!!! and kinda says it all.:clap:

I'm really enjoying this thread, and it made up my mind for me, I'm debadging for sure. I really wanted to debadge my Ninja 250 because Kawasaki Canada were such d1cks when I bought it, but the Kawi logo was clearcoated over on the tank. This one is a no brainer. I don't like the bare look however, so I'll need to find something good to re-badge with. Great ideas on here, I'll post a pic when I find the re-badge that speaks to me.

I spent the night in Raleigh at a hotel a few weeks back and for security parked my bike right outside the check-in window w/my disc lock. When I checked out the next morning the night clerk said everyone who came in that night asked what kind of bike it was. He was surprised when I told him and said most guesses were Ducati. Fun stuff.

I got a custom decal from http://decalfx.com . I'm happy with the result. When people first see it, they look a little confused, and then they smile:

http://www.kawasakiversys.com/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=8502&d=1284497797

I've been debadged for a few years now and have enjoyed the confusion on ppls faces trying to figure out what the hell the V is. However now I want to be pro-active and mess with them. Here is what I just ordered. http://www.decal-orations.com/decal/136837-ferrari-ges.html
No...it's not a Ducati.....but you are close. :thumb:

Too cool!

http://i788.photobucket.com/albums/yy162/fastoman/Debadged015.jpg

:cheers:

De-badged and re-badged. I ordered the decals online through eDecals.com. The custom decals were made for a very fair price, they even included a spare of both designs for free. I found the shipping was pretty expensive, but they did a very good job on the packaging and delivery was in just a few days. The decals' quality seems very high and overall I'm totally pleased with the result.

http://i347.photobucket.com/albums/p456/renaudruck/IMG_3775.jpg

http://i347.photobucket.com/albums/p456/renaudruck/IMG_3776.jpg

I must admit to being a fan of the Frogger - it's years since I played that.

I think my decals lasted through my first service at most. What easy decals to remove, much better than most m/c's.

Having grown up in Panama, I had to add a decal with something depicting that location. And in the style of the Diablo Rojo buses that ply the streets as one of their means of transportation.

And all of you are right, what a hoot it is to run into someone who doesn't know what a Versys is. They are totally befuddled.

And Joedeon, I really like your decals.

Frog

Neat windscreen frog.

Neat windscreen frog.

Thanks. It's a screen from a ZX9 that I trimmed the edges from and stretched across the mounts. I've tried so many shields that I just gave up and tried it. So far, it has worked better FOR ME than anything else.

Frog

I debadged the bike soon after purchase. The first new decals (War Machine) I put on looked great but did not last because the stencil shape of the letters were too delicate, kept peeling at the sharp corners. So I rode it bare for a year and loved the confusing looks from people, riders and non-riders alike, who just had no idea what he hell it was.

Now, to further add to the confusion, I've found a few decals I like:

http://i347.photobucket.com/albums/p456/renaudruck/IMG_4920.jpg
http://i347.photobucket.com/albums/p456/renaudruck/IMG_4904.jpg
http://i347.photobucket.com/albums/p456/renaudruck/IMG_4902.jpg
http://i347.photobucket.com/albums/p456/renaudruck/IMG_4903.jpg
http://i347.photobucket.com/albums/p456/renaudruck/IMG_4906.jpg

http://i347.photobucket.com/albums/p456/renaudruck/IMG_4888.jpg

Hats off to you good sir.....your new decal work is truly inspired....FUN STUFF INDEED!:clap:
(wish I'd a thought of that:thumb:)
She's a beauty!

I just realized I never posted my graphics here at the 'de-badge thread' so...for those who might of missed it, and for your approval........

You can find my rebadging post over here -
http://www.kawasakiversys.com/forums/showthread.php?t=15581


http://i1104.photobucket.com/albums/h324/stigstuff/Hodaka/ReBadge01.jpg

http://i1104.photobucket.com/albums/h324/stigstuff/Hodaka/ReBadge02.jpg

And reflective as well.
http://i1104.photobucket.com/albums/h324/stigstuff/Hodaka/ReBadge03.jpg[/QUOTE]

I've removed the 'Versys' decals from mine but have left, and will not remove, the 'Kawasaki' decals. In the UK, Kwaks are a bit of a niche market - not rare - but certainly significantly down on numbers compared to Honda, Suzuki, Yam - even modern Triumphs (Speed/Street Triples etc) are bought in significant numbers. To me, the brand Kawasaki has always been a little 'edgy' or different - I like that and am happy to leave the badge. However, with the "what the f****'s a Versys?" title gone, mine will be re-christened with a different name - one that reflects the style that I have modelled it on. When I can find a quality decal maker it will become a Kawasaki V-MOTARD :devil:.

Like Stagehand, I realized I never posted any pics of my debadged bike, so...

Like Stagehand, I realized I never posted any pics of my debadged bike, so...

@DOC SHIFTY: I love the "Road Toad". Very clever. I used to race a buddy who rode HODAKA.

@DOC SHIFTY: I love the "Road Toad". Very clever. I used to race a buddy who rode HODAKA.

The 'Road Toad' surfaced in my memory after seeing an earlier poster here who called his V 'Frogger'.

I really like DrTizz's tiger pattern. That is very disorienting for the casual observer who thinks they know bike design.

I debadged the bike soon after purchase. The first new decals (War Machine) I put on looked great but did not last because the stencil shape of the letters were too delicate, kept peeling at the sharp corners. So I rode it bare for a year and loved the confusing looks from people, riders and non-riders alike, who just had no idea what he hell it was.

Now, to further add to the confusion, I've found a few decals I like:

http://i347.photobucket.com/albums/p456/renaudruck/IMG_4920.jpg
http://i347.photobucket.com/albums/p456/renaudruck/IMG_4904.jpg
http://i347.photobucket.com/albums/p456/renaudruck/IMG_4902.jpg
http://i347.photobucket.com/albums/p456/renaudruck/IMG_4903.jpg
http://i347.photobucket.com/albums/p456/renaudruck/IMG_4906.jpg

http://i347.photobucket.com/albums/p456/renaudruck/IMG_4888.jpg

OUTSTANDING! :clap:

http://www.kawasakiversys.com/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=12249&stc=1&d=1313100127


http://i347.photobucket.com/albums/p456/renaudruck/IMG_4904.jpg
http://i347.photobucket.com/albums/p456/renaudruck/IMG_4906.jpg


The Canadian Air force's maple leaf logo looks terrific on the silver bike. Like the kickstand warning sticker too. ;)

I bought my versys used, and looked at two other bikes before deciding for third one. I turned down the first one because it was missing badges. To me, that meant it had an accident and was repainted. Just mentioning ;)

Also, I think there should be clear coat on factory decals, as Honda does.

I think, most often, Kawi does put a clear coat over their name. That was the case on my Ninja anyway. I think the Versys gets de-badged and re-badged a lot because they make it so easy. ANOTHER cool and unique thing about this bike! Woot.

They apply clear coat over the decal when it is applied to a metal painted surface like a gas tank but not on decals put on plastic surfaces like fairings. On the Versys all the decals are put on the plastics so they can be easily removed.

Decals removed from plastics are not a good way to detect accident damage. Decals removed from metal surfaces however will indicate a repaint.

I think, most often, Kawi does put a clear coat over their name. That was the case on my Ninja anyway.

On the Versys all the decals are put on the plastics so they can be easily removed.

Good to Know!
Here I was thinking it was because the Ninja was faster :p

I bought my versys used, and looked at two other bikes before deciding for third one. I turned down the first one because it was missing badges. To me, that meant it had an accident and was repainted. Just mentioning ;)



If it was in an accident and repainted, it would be more likely to have decals than not have them. Wouldn't the replacement of decals be part of a normal repair?

http://i347.photobucket.com/albums/p456/renaudruck/IMG_4920.jpg

OK, you've got me intrigued. What is the pointy thing in the top bolt hole?

Just that. A pointy thing. I took the reflectors off which left an empty hole. I have a set of these spike bolts that I had on my old Ninja. I use four of them as plate bolts and I spun the two spares in here. Pointy things. My valve stem caps are little grenades.

We don't get reflectors in those holes here in Oz - just another bolt. However, I suspect pointy things would not get past a rego check here.

I wonder if I should get some little frogs as valve caps. :)

I finally re-badged my V. After giving it much thought, here's the brand I came up with... I'll post better angles soon.

Nice, another name from the 70s. But I hear somebody is trying to get the name up and running again. They were great bikes in their day, except for all the bits like rear shocks and gearboxes that fell apart in increasing amounts as the company went broke.

DrTizz I like those tiger stripes, looks bad*ss

Nice, another name from the 70s. But I hear somebody is trying to get the name up and running again. They were great bikes in their day, except for all the bits like rear shocks and gearboxes that fell apart in increasing amounts as the company went broke.
Yeah, Maico was mostly known for their killer open class motocross racers. I always wanted one, but never got the chance to ride one... now I've got a Kawi-Maico! Honestly, my Versys feels like a big open class motocross bike anyway, so the name fits for me.

I think it takes a sense of humor to rebadge the V, and it's paying off already. On Ventura Blvd today, a guy in a old Ford Contour pulled up to ask "What bike is that?" The light had changed, so I just smiled and rolled off. When he pulled up at the next red light, I pointed to the tank sticker. Blank expression. So I pointed to the Versys badge on the factory Givis. The guy blinked, still no idea. There was a lot of traffic noise on that part of Ventura, so I had to yell "It's a Kawasaki!"

That seemed to wake him up. But then he said, "Oh, it's a Maico..." and drove off. :)

DrTizz I like those tiger stripes, looks bad*ss

Thank ya, sir!

De-badged and re-badged the Versys a few times now. Here is my latest incarnation. Simple, subtle:

http://i347.photobucket.com/albums/p456/renaudruck/Versys/IMG_5593.jpg
With thanks to Eric for some nice vinyl work, again.

just for giggles i put this on and took off the kawi sticker. :usa:

:cheers:

De-badged and re-badged the Versys a few times now. Here is my latest incarnation. Simple, subtle:

http://i347.photobucket.com/albums/p456/renaudruck/Versys/IMG_5593.jpg
With thanks to Eric for some nice vinyl work, again.

hehe like that one, very nice.

My DUCATI stickers arrive today... hope the size is good.

I'll admit, having more fun with this 'farkle' than I have with most... I think it's hilarious to do!

There's some small bubbles I need to let the sun heat or maybe use a needle. But other than that, I really like em :)


http://bythebluesea.com/versys/355.JPG

http://bythebluesea.com/versys/361.JPG

http://bythebluesea.com/versys/369.JPG

Ah, the famous Ducati Piccolo Mostro (little monster)!

I rock the KMW stickers. I also have one that says "Aloha" and some guy asked me if I was from Hawaii... LOL...

Ah, the famous Ducati Piccolo Mostro (little monster)!

I rock the KMW stickers. I also have one that says "Aloha" and some guy asked me if I was from Hawaii... LOL...

I'll tell ya what, it's a fun thing to do :) really.

I would not have thought of it unless I'd seen you guys here on the forum fooling with it. There's some pretty creative things people have done and "Aloha" is certainly right up there with the best :)

Have fun hell we ain't gonna live forever ;)

Check it out...

http://i645.photobucket.com/albums/uu172/stlee29/stlee2/IMG_2372.jpg

Thinking of adding 'Wathafaki' to my Naked V

http://i136.photobucket.com/albums/q164/sambamboophoto/IMG_0255.jpg

This thread is one of my favorites. How cool would it be to have all these bikes lined up side-by-side at a roadside lay-by in some beautiful riding country?

Thinking of adding 'Wathafaki' to my Naked V

http://i136.photobucket.com/albums/q164/sambamboophoto/IMG_0255.jpg

That looks pretty damned cool! And love the name!! I think you should do it!

:D

This thread is one of my favorites. How cool would it be to have all these bikes lined up side-by-side at a roadside lay-by in some beautiful riding country?

haha! that would be very cool Bones, I agree. Would be a picture I'd get framed for the wall ;)

Debadged. Not sure why I took so long this time ...lol

http://i264.photobucket.com/albums/ii189/Mark93LX/Kawasaki%20Versys/2012-04-18_22-49-27_462.jpg

http://i264.photobucket.com/albums/ii189/Mark93LX/Kawasaki%20Versys/2012-04-18_22-48-49_805.jpg


the swingarm stickers days are numbered ...

;)

;)

Hmmm - "M" is for Michael..., why that's ... matchless... ;) !
:grinangel:

wd40 best stuff to get off any thing sticky even road tar just keep it off tires and hand grips.

Crappy picture but you get the idea...

I have always removed all badges from my vehicles. I like the clean look. Here is my V. Most prople have no idea what it is. They usually ask if its a BMW.

I have always removed all badges from my vehicles. I like the clean look. Here is my V. Most prople have no idea what it is. They usually ask if its a BMW.

Mine only has the "Versys" decal on it. The other day a motorcyclist came up next to me in backed up traffic and asked "is that an Aprilia?"
:)

I like having a bike that isn't common place. I rarely see another one on the road.

I overheard two guys whispering to each other when I was getting a fill-up last Saturday. All I heard was one guy saying "I think it's an ER-6n." Not a bad guess. (I debadged the KMW stickers, so now there's nothing but black.)

The only name on the bike is on my MRA windshield, At the bottom in small letters it says Kawasaki. I'm going to a local BMW repair shop this Saturday for an open house. I've been there before and have had several BMW riders looking over my bike. Envy? Maybe!

Had my Versys a year and finally worked up the courage to debadge. Thanks to all who posted here to offer tips; wet rag microwaved for a minute left only mild residue, which was removed with Goo Gone.

Had my Versys a year and finally worked up the courage to debadge. Thanks to all who posted here to offer tips; wet rag microwaved for a minute left only mild residue, which was removed with Goo Gone.

Blank canvas...

Canvas as blank as what's left of my mind ...

Gotta tell ya, it's funny, quite a few people actually think mine is a Ducati now. A few say 'naaaaa, somethings not right there", but others simply don't know! sheeesus what a laugh! it cracks me up ;)

Canvas as blank as what's left of my mind ...

Love the screen name.

Just bought mine last week and LOVE it! I don't want to trash the paint, but would like to get rid of the decals. What is the best method?
Use a heat gun, even a hair dryer might work. If using a heat gun be careful to keep the heat gun moving an not apply too much heat to one spot or you could potentially melt your fairing. Heat the decal and scrape off with your finger nails or plastic (not metal) scraper (soft enough it won't scratch the surface). After the decal has been removed use "Go Gone" or other adhesive remover to clean up the adhesive goo left behind. Heating first softens the adhesive and makes decal removal a LOT easier.

Use a heat gun, even a hair dryer might work. If using a heat gun be careful to keep the heat gun moving an not apply too much heat to one spot or you could potentially melt your fairing. Heat the decal and scrape off with your finger nails or plastic (not metal) scraper (soft enough it won't scratch the surface). After the decal has been removed use "Go Gone" or other adhesive remover to clean up the adhesive goo left behind. Heating first softens the adhesive and makes decal removal a LOT easier.

This. :)

Removed the "Versys" only underneath the "Kawasaki" this afternoon. Just used my fingernail (very gently with little pressure) and it came right off.

To remove the glue remaining, I sprayed a clean rag with WD-40, then soaked the glue by rubbing the rag over the glue.

Wait 30- 50 seconds, then with your fingernail covered with the rag soaked in WD-40, just gently rub the glue with the tip of your fingernail and it will come right off. It will form a small ball or lump on the rag as it comes off the bike.

My rag was an old white t-shirt.

My V was debadged when I got it. I never thought anything of it because I knew what it was, but now that I think back, Ive had a couple people ask me "what is that?" and I get alot of strange looks, like they are looking me over or something. I thought it was simply that the Versys looks different but now I think they are just trying to get a clue about what it is. I used to get alot of lookers on my KLR but that was because it stood out in a crowd being that it was a dirt bike on the street and it was 7' tall.

I'm sticking with Kawasaki.De-rebadged.
http://i1111.photobucket.com/albums/h476/76ultra/DSC00577.jpg

Mine is debadged. Have a look.

Mine is debadged. Have a look.

Wow, that is one loooong shifter level you got there. What size boot do you wear?

Crazy Frog.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v8CIDdKvUkg

:p

Im going to have to have


DUKAWI badges made up.
A friend of mine, and fellow rider, asked me about my new Ducati today.

I wear a size 16. It makes the stock shifter nearly unusable.

I wear a size 16. It makes the stock shifter nearly unusable.

You need to watch Rick Schmidt (former center for the Pacers) ride one of his vintage dirt bikes. He's a regular over at Casey.