Honda-Motorcycle Candy Lightning Blue Tricoat (PB-325C) Touch Up Paint

The Look

This blue defined the peak of the sportbike era. While it only lived for a single year in 2004, it made a massive impact across the entire lineup. It is an electric, high-energy shade that feels deep enough to swim in. Since your bike has likely been on the road for two decades, you are dealing with a color that has lived through a lot of sun. This is a hero color that doesn't just sit on the metal; it glows when the light hits the curves of the tank.

Technical Details

This is a pearl tricoat finish, which makes it more complex than a standard metallic. Because it uses a semi-transparent mid-coat to create that deep "candy" effect, the final shade depends entirely on how many layers you apply. If you apply it too thick, the blue becomes too dark; too thin, and the base remains too visible. This transparency can lead to dark spots or blotches if the application is uneven. It is a rewarding finish, but it demands patience and a steady hand to maintain a consistent look across the repair.

Best Practices

Honda usually hides the paint code on a small white sticker located on the frame rail under the seat or on the rear subframe. Before you spray or dab Honda-Motorcycle Candy Lightning Blue Tricoat (check for code PB-325C), you need to shake it for 60 seconds. Test the color on the included card first to determine exactly how many layers of the mid-coat you need to match the current state of your bike. Work in a garage or the shade to keep the surface cool. Keep the container moving at a steady pace to prevent the pearl from pooling, and give the paint plenty of drying time between each thin layer.