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Aug 2, 2007 | 05:12 PM

kody472

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Rust???

I've got a 2007 Nightrain with a 21" front spoke wheel. I bought the bike in October and it already has rust on the rim and on the spokes. I took it back to the dealership and they said there is nothing they can do about rust. I thought that was pretty shady especially on a $20,000 bike. I keep the bike covered and out of the weather. Eventually I would like to get a black spoke wheel. But for now, I don't want to ride around on a rusted wheel. Is it true that this is not covered under warranty? And, could I get away with painting the wheel?
Thanx.

Aug 5, 2007 | 09:22 PM

Night_Train01

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RE: Rust???

You can powder coat the wheel.....it would be cheaper though to just replace the rim.

Aug 5, 2007 | 10:38 PM

Far 3ast

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RE: Rust???

If it's that new just polish the rust away and put a coat of wax on. You'll be okay

Aug 21, 2007 | 03:48 AM

fj4069

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RE: Rust???

i got the same song and dance about my rusty spoke rims. i hit em with some super fine steel wool and they came out like new. just crappy chrome from hd.