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It pains me to say that I sold it on Friday night. It was riding very well after your helpful tinkering but I had to admit that it was too small for me (6' 3"). I'm sure other tallies have managed on an R80 but I'm particular about ergonomics.
I picked up a 99' R1100GS a few weeks ago in Milford Haven and rode it back through the Brecon Beacons to London. The weight distribution took a bit of getting used to but the riding position is much more comfortable.
I was very sad to hear the R80 burbling away when I sold it but I couldn't justify it as my main bike. I'd like to get another one in the future, probably a /7, as a second bike but for now I only have space for one and my GS (George Smith, Georgie Boy, Gorgeous George, depending on my mood and George's) is more practical and I’m riding it daily without a hitch so far.