Black Finish on Rims Question

[Steverino_imp]

Does anyone know if the black finish on the rims of the 13 Standard is paint or powder coat? And, same question for the engine cases. I have some other bikes with comstars that are bare and I like their look.
Steve

 

[Carguy1959_imp]

I have wondered the same thing. I would think they are powder coated.