The Lowdown: Graphics Kits vs. Full Wraps
While both use vinyl to change your bike's appearance, the philosophy behind them is completely different. One is a DIY-friendly "sticker" approach, while the other is a professional "skinning" of the bike.
1. Motorcycle Graphics Kits (Decals)
Graphics kits are pre-cut pieces of vinyl designed to fit specific panels of your bike. Think of them as high-quality, heavy-duty decals.
Coverage: Partial. They usually leave the original paint visible around the edges of the stickers.
Material: Often much thicker (15–20 mil) than wrap vinyl to withstand rocks, branches, and boots (common in Motocross).
Installation: DIY-friendly. Since the pieces are pre-cut to the shape of the fairings, you just peel and stick.
Best For: Dualsport bikes and Adventure bikes who want a different look while adding a durable layer to the bikes bodywork.
Above shows a "Graphics Kit" with relief cuts on edges with some of the bodywork showing.
2. Full Wraps
A full wrap involves taking large sheets of thin, conformable vinyl and "wrapping" them over every visible surface of the motorcycle.
Coverage: Total. The goal is to hide 100% of the original paint. A good wrapper will tuck the edges behind the panels so it looks like a custom paint job.
Material: Thinner and more "stretchy" (usually 2–4 mil). This allows the installer to heat and mold the vinyl around complex curves and fuel tanks.
Installation: Professional level. It often requires removing fairings, lights, and mirrors. It is an art form that requires a heat gun and surgical precision with a blade.
Best For: Street bikes, cruisers, and riders who want a color change (like Matte Black or Chrome) without the permanent commitment of paint.
Above shows a "Wrap" being applied then the excess vinyl is cut and wrapped over edges of body.
Quick Comparison Table
Feature |
Graphics Kit |
Full Professional Wrap |
Primary Goal |
Styling & Protection |
Color Change & Aesthetics |
Complexity |
Easy (Peel & Stick) |
Difficult (Requires Pro) |
Thickness |
Heavy/Rigid |
Thin/Flexible |
Original Paint |
Partially Visible |
Fully Hidden |
Cost |
$175.00 - $225.00 |
$800 – $2,500+ |
Durability |
High (Abuse-resistant) |
Moderate (UV & Scratch-resistant) |
Graphics Kit Shown
Are Graphics Kits a "Full Wrap"?
It’s the question we get asked most often, and the short answer is: No, we specialize exclusively in High-Performance Graphics Kits.
While a "full wrap" involves taking large sheets of thin vinyl and stretching them over every inch of your bike to hide the original paint, a TMBR Moto Graphics Kit is different. Our kits consist of heavy-duty, pre-cut decals designed to fit specific sections of your plastics.
Graphics Kit Shown
Here is why we choose Graphics Kits over Wraps:
Engineered for Abuse: Unlike thin wrap vinyl that can tear easily, our kits are printed on ultra-thick, "armored" vinyl built to withstand the rocks, branches, and boots that come with hard riding.
Precision Fit: Our kits are digitally templated for your specific model. You don't need a razor blade to "tuck" edges; you just peel, align, and stick.
The "Pro" Aesthetic: Graphics kits allow for the aggressive, high-contrast designs that define the moto world—something that is incredibly difficult (and expensive) to achieve with a traditional wrap.
