You may want to talk to your tech in your area and see what they say about what powdercoat isn't legal. I have heard hammertomes on frames aren't legal but not sure. Also i would have it cert. before to make sure all your bars are right. If they won't hold a sticter for you if you tell them your powdercoating it then I am sure they can tape over it for i dont think the put powder on too thick. Good luck in whatever you decide