1991 Harley-Davidson Touch Up Paint (8 OEM Colors)

The 1991 Harley-Davidson Vibe

Welcome to 1991-the year the Fat Boy became a cinematic legend and the Heritage Softail Classic was the king of the boulevard. Harley-Davidson wasn't just building bikes; they were leaning into a serious "jewel tone" phase. We've got 8 survivors from this era in our database, and they're a neon-soaked trip down memory lane. Whether you're rocking the quintessential 90s Turquoise, the deep Wineberry Pearl, or the flashy Light Candy Ruby Tricoat, these bikes had a depth that made them look wet even when they were bone dry in a desert garage.

Paint Health Check

But here's the cold, hard truth: you're squarely in the "Peeling Era." By 1991, the industry had shifted heavily toward basecoat-clearcoat systems to get those fancy metallics like Bright Sapphire to pop. The problem? That early clear coat tech was prone to delamination. If you look at your tank and see what looks like a bad sunburn-clear flakes lifting off the color-that's the bond failing. Once the air gets under that clear, it doesn't stop until the whole fender looks like it's shedding its skin.

Restoration Tip

The golden rule for 1991 iron: seal your chips immediately. On these bikes, a rock chip isn't just a beauty mark; it's an entry point for moisture and air to start lifting the clear coat away from the base color. Don't wait for a "rainy day" to fix it. Use a precision touch-up to fill the crater and, most importantly, overlap the edges of the surrounding clear. This "locks down" the perimeter and prevents a tiny chip from turning into a full-blown peel that requires a total strip and spray.