Wheels can corrode or be cosmetically damaged if they are not properly cleaned, polished and preserved. Cleaning and sealing wheels with the proper treatment guards against pitting, corrosion, spots and stains. Harley-Davidson recommends that wheels be cared for weekly. Corrosion to wheels is not considered a defect in materials or workmanship.

NOTE

Bare aluminum wheels do not have a protective coating and corrode unless properly treated. Apply BARE ALUMINUM WHEEL PROTECTANT when purchasing the motorcycle and at least twice per year to prevent cosmetic damage.

Keep wheels clean from harsh chemicals, acid-based wheel cleaners, salt and accumulated brake dust. After washing wheels with WHEEL & TIRE CLEANER, use the polish and sealing products according to the type of wheels. Refer to Table 1.

Table 1. Wheel Polish and Sealing Products

WHEELS	PRODUCT	DESCRIPTION
Anodized	GLAZE POLY SEALANT	Cleans surface, removes fine scratches. Provides a breathable sealant against acid, chemicals, salt and brake dust.
Anodized	GLOSS DETAILER	Seals and protects against harsh chemicals, salt and other sediments to prevent corrosion.
Bare aluminum	BARE ALUMINUM WHEEL PROTECTANT	Creates a protective coating for bare aluminum wheels to prevent oxidation. Individual wipe.
Chrome	CHROME CLEAN & SHINE	Non-abrasive cleaner to brighten chrome wheels.
Chrome	GLOSS DETAILER	Seals and protects against harsh chemicals, salt and other sediments to prevent oxidation.
Polished aluminum or stainless steel	BARE METAL POLISH	Microabrasive polish to refurbish polished wheels. Do not use on chrome.