I am looking to get some replacement forged wheels from RC Components for my wide glide
they come in 'Polished' or 'Chrome'
i am running about 12K miles a year, so they will spend a lot of time spinning
I understand Chrome is porous, hence with the mileage, am i asking too much of the more expensive chrome wheels. They come with a 7 year guarantee, which is great, but i'm across the pond, and its not so easy for any returns if the chrome becomes an issue

also, the replacement front is a 21 x 3.5, which can be tight on the stock fender. is there anywhere, that i can get a custom fender to fit the wide glide (2104) forks for the larger tire section
as ever, advice, opinions appreciated, rwg

 

Since you ride in a "wet" environment, I'd suggest chrome. Even though chrome does rust, it is usually easier to deal with than polished. However, polished can be re-polished quite easily, where re-chroming requires the removal and special processes. Any chance in getting "black chrome" or polished with a hard coat anodized? This may be more durable than polished and a coat of wax.
How about a pic of Scotland for us?

 

for you, Glencoe

http://www.glencoescotland.com/about-glencoe/

 

Awesome, thanks!

That's nothing like Glencoe, Georgia!

 

Looking at your bike, you obviously like chrome so I would think you will probably go the chrome route.

 

Polished aluminum takes more maintenance to keep it looking good. However polished aluminum will last basically forever. Even if it gets pitted it can be sanded down and re polished. Chrome while requiring less maintenance, will eventually pit and start to flake or rust unless you keep it in a climate controlled environment. The quality of the chrome and prep work behind it will determine how long the chrome lasts. I personally prefer polished aluminum because even though quality chrome will look good for a long time, once it starts to pit or flake there is nothing you can do with it but replace it.

I have several friends from Aberdeen, we used to drink a few at a place called six.north if it is still around. I worked in North Sea for a bit.

 

Have you considered getting it polished and re-doing it in ceramic coat or powder?

I ride big miles in all conditions (lots of wet weather) and neither Chrome or Polished wouldn't be up to the task.

 

BUY THE CHROME.........the alloy aluminum wheels are a nightmare in terms of polishing and keeping them shiny as well as free of oxidation . GO With The CHROME WHEELS .

 

I'd say chrome your spokes and keep the painted hubs.. Best of both worlds