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Beta is sending replacement tubes to my coater, super smooth process working with Dave at Motoworx/Monty's. everyone has been really responsive.
right, this issue has happened over the years with various forks. i think Kawi had an issue at one point as well. most will just change oil frequently but that coating is never coming back, eventually you get down to the raw aluminum, then you're really grinding away.
here is a snap of the wear area, it's always right at the lower clamp. black anodizing looks cool, but it's not durable enough, at least from whoever Sachs uses. Beta has not seen this issue with the newer Race Edition tubes, which are coated differently.