I've owned a red 2013 and matte white 2016. The 2016 has vastly more durable paint. I was able to keep my 2013 looking good by being extremely careful, but I still ended up a pink towel whenever I waxed it. 2013 was the only year I've ever heard complaints about so I have to assume Honda knew it had a problem and fixed it for the 2014 models. I read that the problem was due to the water based paints they used on the 2013s, along with the lack of a clear coat.
Several automakers also had problems with the transition to water based finishes. I think EPA regulations have forced the switch. Even though Honda motorcycles are no longer built in the USA, the company is quite obsessed with being 'green'. For example, over a decade ago their Formula 1 car had an 'Earth Dreams' paint scheme.
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