I bought some Eagle 1 Nano wheel polish--I'll see if it provides any better protection.

 

I noted this corrosion on rental bikes that were only 2 years old. I realized that since I waxed the wheels every time I washed the bike (other than the occasional spray-on, wipe-off touchups), I was removing road debris and re-protecting the wheel finish. Unprotected wheels that rotatecreate electrolysis which forms a weak electrical charge that accelerates the corrosion of road salts, moisture and dirt. The HD owner's manual recommends weekly waxing of the bike's wheels, and this I believe is why. My '01 mags show no corrosion.

 

Mine also look like sh#*,Im looking at the nine spoke chrome wheels with the matchingrotorsto replace them.

 

No problems here. Using s100 total cycle cleaner.

 

The wheels on my 06 SG look like new. I clean them with the same stuff I use on the bike. But I use wax on them about 2 times a year. Wax will keep them from oxidizing. I also clean them each time I clean the bike. At least it works for me.

Ride Safe,

Mike

 

I think the factory brake pads are what made my wheels look bad. I now have polished 9 spokes with lyndall z-plus and all is well.

 

here's a pretty simple solution
Don't ride the bike anyplace.....

Seriously, thoughly clean the rims and remove the chalky residue.
Buy a can of clear shoepolish spray.
spray the rims with this, it won't hurt the metal or coating.
Will last through a couple of washings before needs re applied.

for your back rest and seats.
Get the highest SPF sunblocker you can.
After cleaning, take a slightly damp rag, apply a SMALL amount to rag.
Work it into the rag, very lightly wipe seat down.
When done you should not see or feel the SPF sunblocker.
This helps prevent the ultrviolet from damaging the vinyl.
Armour all and such is some of the worse stuff to use on vinyl exposed to direct sunlight.

 

the black wheels on the streetglide are what jumped out at me the first time i seen one. the previous owner of my bike cleaned the hell out of the front wheel,but the rear is looking bad, not pitted though. i've tried everything to bring it back, but no bueno. i need to find another one. before i do something drastic.

 

I have the 9 spokes but my front looks like new. I waxed thim this week and couldn't believe how nice it looked. I have a little of what you are talking about on the rear, no pitting, but I thought the clearcoat was coming up??? You say they are not cleared?

Replying to TheBlackBastard, doesn't the RK custom come with black and chrome SG wheels?

 

never had a problem with my RK Custom wheels, same wheel only not painted. I just use regular car wash soap and water. The oxide layer stuff is true and some of the heavier cleaners are probably washing that off. Use a milder cleaner, or one that is specific for aluminum wheels.