Corrosion on pipes

[oldyaler_imp]

Anyone else noticing some corrosion on the header pipes?

I don't know if it's corrosion or if it's the finish wearing away or just changing color, but I had some spotty discoloration in a few places, just noticed this morning after not having a chance to ride for a few days that it's a bit bigger than it was.

I should snap a picture...

I assume that it's not a real problem, but it's kind of a shame to have these nice smooth pipes already looking like this.

If the pipes are stainless steel the exhaust heat will cause them to discolor (goldish at the hottest area then turning blueish as the pipe cools). I've never tried it but some have used Simichrome polish to diminish the discoloration. After polishing the pipes will still have a goldish tint but it will be more uniform.