I've been out on her today, and I'm happy to report that there are no problems at all. I can recommend powerbronze gear, I once bought a screen for my GSX1400 and was pleased with that screen, this was one reason I bought a hugger from them as I knew that the quality was good. My next purchase will be a radiator guard, so if any of you out there can recommend a good one for my 650 I'd be most grateful for your input. One question I do have about my V Strom is, is it a Glee or a Wee, being new to this model and to the forum I'm confused as to what's what.