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 | GRAPHENE | Cleans surface, removes fine scratches. Provides a breathable sealant against acid, chemicals, salt and brake dust. |
GLOSS DETAILER | Seals and protects against harsh chemicals, salt and other sediments to prevent corrosion. |
Chrome | CHROME CLEAN & SHINE | Non-abrasive cleaner to brighten chrome wheels. |
GLOSS DETAILER | Seals and protects against harsh chemicals, salt and other sediments to prevent oxidation. |
Polished and bare aluminum or stainless steel | BARE METAL POLISH(1) | Microabrasive polish to refurbish polished wheels. Do not use on chrome. |