GUZZI motorcycle paint

It is after placing the order for your Guzzi paint that you can enter the Guzzi colour code in the box provided on the "basket" page. You can also send us this code by email after ordering.
It is of course necessary to know the colour codes of Italian motorcycles; in particular the colour code of your Moto Guzzi. Without a paint reference, we will not be able to find your formula.

The paint we offer is solvent-based 1K basecoat. These are professional-quality, single-component paints. We offer them in all possible packaging formats, either in a can for spray gun application or in a 400 ml aerosol.

We supply Guzzi paint in a pre-diluted version for 250 ml or 500 ml cans. Our offers also include the supply of pure paint accompanied by its thinner for the 1-litre and 2-litre kits.

Depending on the quantity of fairing to be painted, around 500 ml to 1 litre is required for a complete motorcycle. For the renovation of a single part, 250 ml may be sufficient. The consumption rate with a 400 ml aerosol is different. You should be aware that a standard aerosol contains 300 ml of propellant gas and only 100 ml of product inside.

It is always important to provide a Topcoat (bodywork clearcoat) in addition to the paint. Single-component 1K basecoats are not resistant unless clearcoated. It is essential to apply a Topcoat directly after their application. Of course, we always choose a 2K paint clearcoat, which means a varnish with hardener. We offer a wide range of Topcoats for motorcycles, including highly covering and filling varnishes, glossy or matt versions, and even a ceramic Topcoat.

The GUZZI motorcycle colour codes

There are dozens or even hundreds of colour references for this Italian manufacturer. Sometimes, creating a colour requires a different shade as an undercoat, followed by a paint layer. With the final clearcoat, this can represent a total of three coats.

For standard paintwork, a primer is often required. Its main purpose is to create a smooth, uniform background that ensures good adhesion and consistent background colour. If semi-transparent paints are applied over a multicoloured surface (with logos, stripes, filler, or old primer), the final colour is likely to appear uneven.

Our paint technician will be able to advise you before your order. They will tell you which primer shade is recommended for your Guzzi colour.

We offer five filling primers: white, black and three different shades of grey.

Preparing the surface is a crucial step for the success of your paintwork on your Moto Guzzi. The components may be plastic or metal. In general, no adhesion primer is necessary, as painting is done directly on the existing base. We strongly advise against stripping the parts before painting. It is best to preserve the original primer layer on your fairing. An adhesion primer should only be applied if the metal or plastic is bare.

We recommend applying a filling primer to perfect the surface and to cover all micro-scratches and imperfections. Before painting with Guzzi paint, sanding with 500-grit paper is required.

Applying your Guzzi colour code is very easy: simply apply very light layers from left to right, and continue until the background is completely covered. This typically requires 4 to 5 very fine passes.

The most delicate step is certainly the final Topcoat application. Two glossy coats should be applied with a 10-minute interval. The secret to a successful Topcoat lies in applying the right quantity — not too much, not too little.

The history of the manufacturer GUZZI

Guzzi is an Italian motorcycle manufacturer. It is one of the oldest European motorcycle brands. At the origin of its story, the three founders were former aviation pilots and mechanical specialists who worked for the Italian Air Force, particularly during the First World War.

The three partners combined their passion, energy and resources to launch one of the most iconic motorcycle ventures in Italy.

The manufacturer was founded in 1921 and, for a century, it has played a key role in the Italian industry, especially in engine innovation and in competitive racing.

Guzzi engines dominated their competition for nearly 45 years. The mechanical signature of these engines was the horizontal single-cylinder design. Moto Guzzi is known for its air-cooled 90° V-twin engine. After the war, in the 1950s, the company developed a unique racing engine with a 500 cc V8. This very powerful engine was a technological breakthrough for its time. However, it caused numerous issues during races.

Guzzi’s history has been marked by success, difficulties, changes, sales, and takeovers. In 2000, Guzzi was acquired by Aprilia Motorcycles. Then, in 2004, the company was bought by Piaggio. Guzzi became the leading European motorcycle manufacturer, and the fourth largest in the world in terms of sales.

Where to find the colour code of your GUZZI motorcycle ?

To find the colour code of your Moto Guzzi, the most effective way is to consult discussion forums. There are many enthusiast communities online where all types of information are exchanged. We recommend visiting Italian and English-language forums, where you have a good chance of finding the information you need.

Many Guzzi owners visit their dealership to ask about their paint code, but it is rare that they receive a precise answer or confirmation of their reference.

Our role as a motorcycle paint specialist is simply to prepare the paint according to a given formula. This formula is generated by computer software that is regularly updated by our laboratory in Italy. It is not possible to search for a formula based on the model or production year. The colour code is absolutely essential.

We often do not have certain colour formulas. It may be because the shade is too old, because we were unable to obtain samples for reproduction, or because the colours are too recent.

The emblematic colours of GUZZI motorcycles

In the second half of the 20th century, metallic yellow was often seen on various Moto Guzzi models. Over 100 years of history, Guzzi has produced a wide range of colours, with nearly one hundred references.

Guzzi colour codes come in many different formats. Some consist of three digits, others of five. There are also codes starting with the letters DS or GU followed by several numbers.

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