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Old Mar 6, 2007 | 05:29 PM
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Hi

Can anyone explain why my three year old Sportster has thousands of tiny, pin head size bubbles on the chrome mirrors and clocks? The rear wheel chrome is flaking badly and the alloy on the triple tree is corroded.

Whats happening? The bike is always garaged? My 21 year old honda is in better condition.

Any ideas?

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Old Mar 6, 2007 | 10:41 PM
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Welcome from Charlotte, NC. Might try the sportster or general harley chat forums.
 
Old Mar 6, 2007 | 10:46 PM
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Welcome aboard from Omaha, Nebraska.

Sounds like your bike is stored in a moist environment. You may want to post your question in one of the technical forums for a better response. This forum is reserved for welcoming new members.

 
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Welcome from sunny SoCAL! BB is right, moist or salt air environment.
 
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