I think you're right. EU legislation has banned or restricted the use of VOCs (volatile organic compounds) and most paints are now water based. In a building context current paint products are significantly less durable than older and historic paint types. It's probably the same in the automotive industry. I also agree that BMW never seem to quibble and just replace parts. Just a shame that a bike you become attached to and look after quickly corrodes :-(Casbar wrote: But its not just BMW, Honda are having issues with their frames. My 26k Harley had paint fall off after a year. Triumph are having issues, it must be something to do with the paint they are now using. As stated earlier, they don't all rust, my 2014 RT is fine at the moment. Difference is, BMW do replace bits, try that with any other manufacturer - but that doesn't excuse the issue.
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