Paint is one of the most important things you need in your arsenal when it comes to customizing your scooter. It does not matter how good your scooter looks and how well it runs, without paint, your scooter will be incomplete.
You see, painting on scooters is an art form. It is mechanical engineering in paint form. It is not just hosing your bike up in some paint. It is layers of paint, sanded, sanded some more and finally painted with a layer of clear coat.
So, if painting is something you are into, then you will want to have some nice paints on hand.
There are many different paints you can use to paint scooters. Finding the best paints for scooters can be a task. However, if you know where to start, it is pretty easy do.
What Is Spray Paint?
A spray paint is a can of pressurized liquid spray paint, which is used to paint large areas quickly and evenly. Spray paint can be used on almost any surface, including Scooter wood, metal, concrete, plastic, cardboard and drywall.
Paint spray cans have a wide variety of uses, from arts and crafts to promotional work, and most types of paints are available in spray paint form.
Things To Consider:
Finish: Choose a spray paint that dries quickly to minimize the amount of fumes.
Color options: Look for paint that’s available in a wide variety of colors, including metallic and fluorescent.
Water resistance: Some spray paints are specially formulated to resist water damage.
Matte or gloss: Most spray paints are either matte or gloss, but you can find a few that are semi-gloss or satin.
Application: Most spray paints can be applied with a brush, but some are meant for spraying.
Size: Look for spray cans that are the right size to fit your scooter.
How We Pick & Test:
- Aerosol cans: We preferred cans that can be refilled.
- Durable: We preferred cans of paint that rated at least 3 out of 5 stars on Amazon.
- Neutral colors: We preferred cans of paint in colors other than black, white, or silver.
- Cheap enough: We limited our tests to cans of spray paint that were under $10.
Here are the Top 10 Best Spray Paint For Scooters:
1. Dupli-Color EBTY16037 Perfect Spray
- Automotive Spray Paint
- Easy To Use
- Great For Larger Vehicle
- Trusted Brand
Dupli-Color s EBTY16037 is a dark green mica spray paint that s perfect for matching the color of older or pre-dealer paint jobs.
Dupli Color s Perfect Match system makes it easy to find the color code for your vehicle paint online, and you can simply follow that color code to find the exact match.
This is a nice, affordable option for touch-ups, and the color matches to Toyota s exact color code. The spray nozzle has a decent fan and gently and evenly distributes the paint.
We are not overly keen on the aerosol can, which seems like an unnecessary throwback to a simpler time, but we do like how the paint holds its form while it dries.
We re also pleased with Dupli Color s customer support, which answered all of our emailed questions about the paint quickly and easily.
Pros
- High-quality paint can
- Very easy to use
- Affordable
Cons
- Can be difficult to remove from can if paint oversprays
- Has an odor
Features We Like:
- Plastic Trigger Can
- Polyurethane Paint
- Weather Resistant
- Fast Drying
- Sprays Smoothly
- Sprays Evenly
- Easy to Use
- Perfect for Touch ups
- Perfect Match
- Dupli Color
2. Color Rite YD8 Metallic Sonic Silver Touch-Up Paint (Scooter)
- Two Touch-up Pens
- Repair Small Nicks And Scratches
- Brush Cap Applicator
- Durable
The ColorRite YD8 Metallic Sonic Silver Touch-Up Pens are easy to use, and they provide consistent results. The pens have a chisel tip, which is great for small dents or chips.
The pens are formulated with ColorRite’s Formula 940 basecoat and Formula 940 clearcoat. The bottles are 1/2oz. and come with two pens, so you’ll have the correct amount on hand.
The paint is water-resistant, but it will chip or fade if exposed to constant water. The paint is paintable with a soft chamois or lint-free cloth with soap and water.
The bottle has a brush cap, so you can place a small amount of paint on the cloth and wipe the dent or chip.
To apply larger areas, you can use a small spray gun or professional paint spray equipment to apply the paint. The paint dries quickly, so it’s easy to apply multiple coats.
The only negative is that the paint doesn’t quite match the factory finish, and it does come in a metallic silver color, which doesn’t look exactly like the metallic silver on the Suzuki Burgman 650.
Pros
- Effortless application
- Quick drying
- Color matched
Cons
- Not suitable for all surfaces
3. Krylon K05505007 COLOR Spray Paint
- Color With Adhesion And Durability
- Shiny Sheen
- America’s First Spray Coating
- Value For Money
If your spray painting project is indoors, you’ll want a primer first, and this Krylon 12-ounce can has a nice, thin, flat spray and does a nice job in covering light-colored wood or metal surfaces.
The paint has a smooth, velvety finish and dries quickly.
The gloss finish is one that we were surprised by as it wasn’t quite as shiny as we’d have expected, and it doesn’t seem to hold up to scratching and scuffing as well.
For outdoor use, it dries to a nice silver shine, but it’s less durable than we’d hoped.
It works for light-duty projects, but it is best used on small, lightly-used equipment, like wicker furniture.
Pros
- Easy-to-use spray
- – Durable
- – Great coverage
Cons
- Can sometimes stain
- – Not ideal for smaller hands & fingertip grip users
Features We Like:
- Black Color, Glossy Finish
- Easy Spray operation and Spray Control
- Easy Clean Up
- Perfect for outdoor and indoor projects
- Easy-to-Use
- Great for crafts, home decor, and DIY
- Use to spray paint wood, metal, wicker, plastic, glass, plaster/ceramic, and more
4. Krylon K01309 Resistant Matte Spray Paint
- Protects Against Harmful UV Light Rays
- Non-yellowing, Permanent Coating
- Moisture Resistant
- Dries In Minutes
The Gallery Series matte spray paint is not meant for artists, but anyone with an eye for great home decor.
The Krylon Gallery Series sprays on smoothly, covers easily, and dries in about 30 minutes, leaving a hard finish that’s resistant to moisture and UV damage.
Krylon sprays are thicker than other acrylic paints, so a little goes a long way.
This painterly finish can only be achieved with spray paint, and Krylon’s shades are well-chosen, especially if you want your finished project to look modern or vintage.
There are only six colors to choose from, but each one looks lovely. Be sure to choose a matte finish. The Gallery Series spray paint is available exclusively at Home Depot.
Pros
- Long lasting, durable
- Easy clean up, clean
- Offers great coverage, coverage
Cons
- No high coverage
- No glossy finish
Features We Like:
- Protects against harmful UV light rays
- Non-yellowing, permanent coating
- Water-resistant
- Dries in minutes
- Also available in gloss and semi-gloss
5. Rust-Oleum 239107 High Performance Enamel Spray Paint
- Ideal For Use On Ferrous
- Provide Rust Protection
- Heat Resistance
- Attractive Finish
If you’re looking for a paint that provides good protection, is easy to spray, and comes in a variety of colors, the Rust-Oleum 239107 Professional High Performance Enamel Spray Paint is worth considering.
It’s ideal for indoors and out, and if you’re doing some minor painting around the home, the semi-gloss black finish certainly provides a contemporary look, and the painterly effect it provides on a wide range of surfaces is striking.
It’s also easy to work with, with a high-quality trigger, metal applicator, and spray tip that withstands heavy use. The finish is durable, and it’s water, moisture, and fade resistant, making it a good choice for outdoor use.
The paint works well, but we noticed some drips the first time we tried it, and the paint takes a minute to dry completely, so it isn’t ideal for quick touch-ups.
It’s also not good for fixing rust, as it doesn’t penetrate very well; it only reduces rust, so it’s best used as a protective coating.
Pros
- Easy to use, easy to control
- Affordable, low price
- Good performance quality
Cons
- Poor durability
- Difficult to use
- Needs frequent respraying
6. Rust-Oleum 1910830 Metallic Leafing Spray Paint
- Durability
- Creates A Rich Metallic Shine
- Create An Ultra Bright And Shiny Metal Look
- Value For Money
This spray-painted gold leaf from Rust-Oleum is easy to apply and leaves a nice-looking finish.
The metallic finish has a slightly duller, more matte finish than many of the other gold-leafing paint we tested, which isn’t necessarily a bad thing, since it’ll look more natural on darker surfaces.
It comes in a small can, so you won’t need a lot to cover a large surface. However, the can is rather small and sprays relatively poorly, so it takes several passes to get an even coat.
The metallic paint comes with a fine applicator tip, which makes it easy to paint intricate details, but we’d recommend using a brush for more general-purpose purposes.
It’s best to use on interior accents, as the metallic paint may tarnish with exposure to sunlight. The paint dries fairly quickly, but the can recommends leaving it overnight before painting over it.
It dries to the touch fairly quickly, and we used our unit’s cool-touch feature to tack-hammer on the finish.
However, you really have to respray it once it dries, so if you’re painting a piece of furniture, you may want to check it the next day, just to make sure.
The gold paint also came with a primer, and we didn’t try the primer, but Rust-Oleum recommends using it on dark surfaces for streak-free results.
Pros
- Easy to work with, durable, and water resistant
- Great value
Cons
- Not ideal for smaller hands & fingertip grip users
- Possible toxicity
- Metallic Finish Spray Paint
- Deep, Lustrous Finish
- Sheerness
- Highest Quality Metallic Finish
The Krylon Premium Metallic Spray Paint is glossy enough to look like the real thing, and unlike many metallic spray paints, it dries quickly to the touch.
Covered faster than I expected, too. It’s designed for indoor use, but you can use it outside if you don’t mind the hint of rust that may remain.
The larger size makes it easier to cover larger surfaces, but we found the bottle to be heavy enough that it didn’t tip over easily.
The metallic finish looks nice on wood, metal, and glass, and it adheres well.
I tested it on scrap wood, a large piece of glass, and a metal planter that looks old, and it worked well on all.
And at $8.99 for 8 ounces, it’s priced right for a full-size color, and it offers a two-for-one deal: You get two colors for the same price as just one.
Pros
- Affordable
- Easy to apply
Cons
- Dries fast
Features We Like:
- Metallic Spray Paint
- Features High Quality Finish
- Fast Drying
- Made in America
- Easy to Use
- Does Not Tarnish
- Makes Great Gifts
8. SM Arnold Refinishing Spray Paint
- Professional Grade Aerosol Spray Paint
- Multi-purpose Spray Paint
- Premium Nozzle
- Dry To Touch In Minutes
The SM Arnold Refinishing Spray Paint offers more than 50 different colors to spray on just about any surface you can dream of.
We used it to spruce up an old vinyl lounge chair in our basement, and it totally transformed it.
The 11-ounce can of paint was enough to cover the entire chair, and after 2 coats, it had a smooth, soft, almost leather-like finish.
The spray can is designed for both horizontal and vertical spray, and we liked the vertical spray better because it gave us more control and coverage.
The grain simulation was consistent throughout. The paint dried to touch in 90 seconds, and it was able to adhere to vinyl, leather, and PVC surfaces within 10 minutes.
We resprayed the chair after about a week, and it looks as good as it did when we first sprayed it. The paint is extremely durable, and the can itself has a lifetime warranty.
The only drawback is that you have to prime the surface with adhesion promoter first; however, it’s cheap, and it makes a world of difference.
Pros
- Easy, quick, and thorough refinishing of materials
- Environmentally friendly
- No need for primers and thinners
- Available in a variety of colors and finishes
- Long-lasting finish
Cons
- Wears off over time
- Can only be used on materials with a smooth surface
Features We Like:
- Professional Grade Aerosol Refinisher
- Premium Nozzel Twists
- Multi-Purpose Spray Paint
- Premium Nozzle Twists
- Dry to Touch in Minutes
- Can be Used with Adhesion Promoter
- UV Enhances Stability
- Includes Step-by-Step Instructions
9. Krylon K18202 Coarse Stone Texture Finish Spray Paint
- Multicolor Solids To Create A Rich Finish
- First Stone-textured Metallic Finish
- Step For An Elegant, Sophisticated Look
- Acid-free
The Krylon K18202 produces a stunningly realistic-looking stone-textured finish. Just spray painted on, this textured metallic finish looks and feels like stone.
As an interior designer, I can attest that this kind of texture (especially in lighting), creates a truly unique, comfortable vibe in a home.
The paint did take two coats, and was dry to the touch after about 30 minutes. We liked that the paint was relatively easy to work with and, after test spraying a few crumpled pieces of aluminum foil, we were very pleased with the results.
However, we noticed that the paint had a tendency to run. This is definitely a paint best used on flat, even surfaces.
We would recommend using a primer first if the surface isn’t smooth, and we didn’t test this product on anything other than a flat, smooth, concrete surface.
Pros
- Easy to apply spray-on finish
- Excellent coverage, 2 coats recommended for best coverage
- No need to sand or prime
- Easy clean up, soap and water, or wipe off with wet cloth
Cons
- Product is aerosol can; must be disposed of properly
- Paint may chip off
- Paint may bleed
Features We Like:
- Chrome Stone Finish Spray Paint
- Made in USA
- Easy to Use
- Creates a Rich Finish
- High Quality
10. Krylon K05505007 COLOR maxx Spray Paint
- Indoor/outdoor Rust Protection
- Durability
- Adhesion
- Premium Coverage And Superior Color
The Krylon Colormaxx spray can promises premium coverage and superior color with adhesion and durability.
In our tests, the gloss spray paint lived up to that promise, delivering excellent coverage on a wide variety of indoor and outdoor surfaces.
The 12-ounce cans cover about 25 feet, so the spray can is modestly-sized for spray paint, but it held enough paint to cover a small piece of furniture or larger project.
The cans are guaranteed for 1 year, and with Krylon, you buy once, use once, so it’s good to know that returning unused cans is covered.
Like the other paints we tested, the Krylon spray covered well and cleaned easily with just a damp towel, so it earned our recommendation.
We also like that this gloss black spray paint can also be used indoors or outdoors.
Pros
- Durable; great for indoor &outdoor use
- Easy application
- Good coverage
Cons
- Drying time takes too long
- Expensive
Features We Like:
- Easy to Use
- Great for Crafting
- Easy to Clean Up
- Comes in Many Colors
- Comes with Instructions
There are many different types of spray paints, including:
Metal paints. Metal paint colors are formulated to be durable, withstanding exposure to rain and the elements. Some metal paints can be applied with a brush, while others work best with spray painting equipment.
Wood paints. Wood paints come in a wide selection of colors, finishes and sizes and can be applied with a brush or spray painting equipment.
Acrylic spray paints. Spray paints formulated from acrylic resin are used for outdoor painting projects, such as furniture, walls, decks, concrete and more.
Industrial spray paints. Industrial spray paints are designed for more advanced projects, including automotive jobs, metal fabrication, welding and more.
What Are The Different Types Of Spray Paint?
There are many different types of spray paint that you can choose from when you are out purchasing spray paint for your project. Some spray paints are better for outdoor use, while others are better used for indoor use.
There are three types of spray paint:
Enamel: This is the most popular type of spray paint because it is both indoor and weather-proof.
Lacquer: This paint is perfect for indoor use, but it is less durable than enamel paint.
Acrylic: This type of paint is extremely durable and can be used both inside and outside.
What To Look For When Purchasing Spray Paint?
Best Spray Paint For Scooters: When purchasing paint, there’s the basic choice between spray paint and enamel paint. If you need a durable finish and you don’t have a spray gun, go for the enamel paint.
Then, there’s the issue between oil-based and water-based paint. While water-based paint is cheaper, it has a tendency to clog the spray gun.
Oil-based paint is more expensive, but is easier to work with. It’s the best choice for your job.
