Wow, I like my Triumph chrome just fine. Sorry, I must not know what good or bad is. My valve cover is rough inside at the plugs but thats not visible. Chain guard, Foreman Grill, Sissy Bar, and Battery Cover are perfect.
3 years old and I promise not taken care of. The closest they get to polished is the 25c high pressure car wash then I walk past it once with a dirty towel.
No lifting or discoloration at all.