It is not a conspiracy. Here in America we have figured the best way to prevent external rust and corrosion is to have the bike coated continuously with an oil bath. What better way than to have a consistent spray from the engine? some of us are luckier than others, as this spray will not only coat our bikes for protection against the elements, but also generously catch our neighbors bikes. Congratulations Victory for coming on board and building a bike all Americans can be proud of! Oh, this just in from MOCO, to help keep the engine oil cooler, the oil is circulated to the outside of the engine to maximize outer air cooling. What most of us are missing is the external "oil catch pan and recirculation pump" that Harley is offering in the new 2009 parts catalog. The part number for flat black (the new chrome) is O-2009-FU-B chrome (which is the old chrome) is O-2009-FU-C...