I have bent both my rims 2 weeks ago in lesotho and a frien bent his front only.
Think my rear was bent due to red routes with a pillion.
I discussed this to lenght and i think the new rims in conjunction with the lower profile tyres are not a strong as the pre LC model rims.
I am thinking of using old outer rims with the new hub going forward.
The tyres are cheaper and the profiles on the rims are higher, hence more resistance before they bend.
My 2 cents.
I tried to use a second set of old gs rims i had, the rear works but the front axle is a smaller diameter, hence it will be some admin to get them to work and the traction control wont work as the abs wheel is smaller on the lc. I was happy to live with that, given that my asc and abs is always off.