Never heard of electrophoretic coating before so went to the Googles;
"While e-coating can provide many of the same benefits, powder coating results in a thicker more durable finish. In addition, most e-coats are not UV stable, so powder coating lends increased protection to products that face exposure to the elements."
in other words they went with a cheaper, less durable option
Rodger 2018 M3W "Dreamers on the Rise" 2004 Plus 8 (wife's) old Goldwings and a couple of Harleys
