2015 Yamaha Touch Up Paint (2 OEM Colors)

The 2015 Yamaha Vibe

Welcome to 2015, the year Yamaha went "Dark Side." Whether you were tearing up the streets on an FZ-09 or keeping things low-slung on a Bolt, the palette was all about that moody, sinister energy. We've focused our vault on the true survivors of this era, like the legendary Raven (DBC 906478)-which, let's be honest, is the only black that actually looks fast standing still-and the deep, soulful Black Cherry found on the cruisers. It was a time of sharp lines and deep metallics, but beneath that "new bike" glow, the factory was starting to get a little too precise for its own good.

Paint Health Check

We are firmly in the Thin Paint Era, my friend. By 2015, the robots in the factory had become masters of efficiency, meaning they applied just enough paint to cover the metal and not a micron more. While it looks flawless on the showroom floor, this "Robot Efficiency" means your clear coat is likely thinner than a cafe racer's seat. On these 2015 models, the biggest enemy isn't just oxidation-it's the sheer lack of material. Between the high-rev vibration and road debris, those thin layers are prone to "micro-chipping" and easy scuffing. If you've spent a decade riding, your tank is likely showing those "battle scars" where your gear has rubbed the clear coat down to its limits.

Restoration Tip

When you're touching up a 2015 Yamaha, the golden rule is: build layers slowly; don't blob it. Because the factory finish is so thin, a giant glob of touch-up paint will stick out like a sore thumb. Use a fine-tipped brush or a toothpick to apply "whisper-thin" layers, letting each one dry fully before adding the next. This mimics that tight, robotic factory build and prevents the repair from looking raised. Once you're level, a light hand with the finishing polish is all you need-don't go ham with a heavy buffer, or you'll burn through what little factory clear you have left before you can say "Revstar."