I made a similar decision and bought a low milage XTZ on a 2009 plate. Great bike to ride, and good for commuting.

I think it is a lot of bike for the money, and consequently built to a budget - that's not a criticism - but it wil mean TLC and preventative maintenance.

So far its been ridden more miles in heavy rain and spray, than dry...in fact yesterday was the first dry run its had!...and even then I got hail stoned upon! Engine has not missed a beat, wet headling has been confidenc inspiring. However, salty wet spray over the last week meant yesterday the RH indicator stopped working - but a quick spray of GT40 when I got home solved that (should have done it before)...from what I've read on here, that's about as extreme as it gets - reports seem to be that it is a reliable bit of kit.

Super!

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