Harley-Davidson Performance Orange (EOE) Touch Up Paint

The Look

This color is the visual heartbeat of the 2020 lineup, drawing a straight line back to the legendary XR750 flat-track racers. It is not a subtle, burnt copper or a metallic sunset; it is a loud, high-energy orange that demands attention whether you are at a stoplight or carving through a canyon. Since this shade was used across all models that year, it has become the defining look for modern Harley-Davidson performance. It gives your bike a factory-racing soul that looks just as fast standing still.

Technical Details

Performance Orange is a high-saturation solid finish. Unlike the heavy metal flakes found in the "Sunglo" or "Pearl" paint families, this color relies on pure pigment density for its impact. The challenge with a saturated solid like this is its natural transparency. Bright orange pigments are notorious for being thin, meaning if you are covering a dark scratch or a grey primer, the base will try to peek through. You have to build this color up with patience. If you rush the job and apply it too thick to get instant coverage, you risk drips and a muddy finish.

Best Practices

You will usually find your paint information on a small sticker located on the steering head of the frame or tucked away under the seat. Before you apply Harley-Davidson Performance Orange (check for code EOE), you must shake the container for at least two full minutes. The heavy pigments that give this orange its punch tend to settle at the bottom, and if they aren't fully integrated, the color will look weak or slightly yellow. Test the color on the included card to ensure the shade matches your tank before moving to the bike. Apply multiple light layers rather than one heavy one, and keep the container moving to ensure the color lays down flat. Give each layer plenty of drying time so you don't trap solvent under the surface, which can dull the final shine.