While not a "motorcycle", I've just about finished a very similar project myself. I fully restored a 1987 Yamaha Banshee ATV over the past couple months. I farmed out a couple large pieces to the local powdercoater, but the rest I did right here in my garage, primarily paint and polishing. Oh, 3 pieces went to the platers too..
Check out the pics and some of the process
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I agree with non-stick. Polishing is inexpensive to get started with and the results can be spectacular.
Good luck!