Peeling lacquer

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  1. Alan Summers

    Alan Summers Active Member

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    After cleaning my bike for the first time I have come across some lacquer peeling from both wheels. I am a bit gutted I didn't notice it at inspection prior to buying it (from a Honda dealer) but hey ho. Has anyone else had this on a 2014 bike as I think its a bit poor as the bike is quite young. Obviously I don't know the cleaning from the 1 previous owner but the rest of the bike is immaculate.
     
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    Either get straight back to the dealer or get him/her on the phone and explain.
    You've only had it five minutes, they are obligated to help.

    Incidentally who is the dealer?
     
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  3. Alan Summers

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    It was Wigan Honda. Would they cover this even though its a 2nd hand bike?
     
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    Nah, doubt they'd cover that. It's 'wear and tear' and might be expected of a 5-year-old bike. Possibly, a previous owner has steam or pressure cleaned the wheels at too a high a temp or pressure and that is the result.

    Only way to fix would be to remove and repaint and lacquer.
     
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  5. hitch

    hitch Elite Member

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    I'd still be going back to them, moaning and groaning...you never know, they might repair them or offer half or something else? Give it a try you've nothing to lose.
     
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  6. Alan Summers

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    A little update, well done Wigan Honda. Got the bike back with newly painted and lacquered wheels foc. soooooo pleased.
     

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    That really is a win, and a great gesture by Wigan Honda.
     
  8. Alan Summers

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    Cant fault them. They have been great with me.
     
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    They're my nearest dealer and although I've never had a bike off them I've always been impressed with the staff there. Seem like a good bunch.
     
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    Nice one....just to let you know, I've the 14 blade and my wheels are still immaculate...;):rolleyes:
     
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    Glad you got sorted - had mine in to them last week for service and first mot. You must be pleased to have bought the bike from them in the first place (as they’re a trek away from you in Leeds) as they have come up trumps now
     
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    That is a great result, I guess you asked them very nicely. I wonder if the previous owner used a mild acid-based wheel cleaner to get the brake dust off. I made that mistake once, never ever again will (wheel) I...
     
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    Don't think I'm crazy, but a soft cloth with Mr Sheen is ideal for that. Will also remove minor chain lube fling also. :)
     
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  14. Alan Summers

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    I normally use polish to clean the wheels and never had any issues. Just need to get rid of the chicken strips now
     
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    WD40 is great for cleaning wheels, as apparently is GT85 which Aldi are supposed to have on offer every now and then.
     
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    I normally use engine degreaser, then wash off and soapy water, then polish. If it’s just a dry wash I’m doing I use vulcanet wipes followed by autoglym super sheen.
    Glad you got sorted Alan, wheels look amazing now :)
     
  17. Alan Summers

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    Thanks they look brilliant :)
     
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    It might not have been the original paint on the wheels. It's a possibility the previous owner had them repainted or relaquerd poorly? Anyway a good result in the end.

    And yes...... Now time to get rid of your chicken breasts, sorry I meant strips;):D
     
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