I was told it's a small amount of silicon that somehow gets in the lacquer. Don't ask how, just what I've been told.
Anyhow, I was told it before I have my fork legs, triple tree and risers replaced under warrantee. It wasn't a problem to get it done.
I know Jane had her fork legs polished up and she's had no problems since. They look nice and shiny!
Gina
03 America - Pretty stock - except the TBS wheel...

06 America - missing, presumed in bits. With it's TBS wheel...

09 America - It's very blue....