I have read most of these posts regarding protective film. This subject began with a customer testimony regarding
Motorcycle Armor, a product that is custom engineered to cover and protect Harley Davidson touring model saddlebag lids. We did a custom install on a CVO belonging to Mark Bierle, a member of this site and a CVO owner in Sturgis. Somehow it was diverted to 3M protective film. Motorcycle Armor is not 3M film. It is a proprietary product with patents pending, owned by Motorcycle Armor.
The adhesive in MA film contains similar chemicals as the clear coat applied to paint finishes, less the hardeners. The result of using MA is that it not only protects the surfaces, it effectively "repairs" exiting scuffs and minor scratches . . resulting in a surface that looks newly painted! I have attached a pic showing a lid that is completely scratched, showing only 1/2 MA film, which effectively "heals" existing scratches . . it is scratched the same under the film!
You can look at our website:
www.motorcyclearmor.com and see an install video. The install is simple . . not to be compared with the difficulty experienced with window film. In addition, we offer a lifetime warranty . . . meaning that at any time the film is damaged, as often as you require, replacements are sent at no charge, other than the cost of postage. This warranty is fully transferable to subsequent owners of your motorcycle if you sell it! You can order the film for your saddlebag lids on our website also - the kit comes with complete easy to follow instructions and all that you need to make the installation. If you need this innovative film for other motorcycle parts, just order the kit and cut to film to the spec you need. The website has an email contact point if you have further questions, or contact me at michael@motorcycle-armor.com