Thanks for that s1imster. Useful warning.
Gatsoburners right, finish and materials have gone downhill.
I was at a local dealer recently listening to an irate K 1300S owner berating a service guy regarding his apathetic response to the complaint of a discoloured and rusting centre stand. The bike was less than 6 months old.
My last GS had premature rust spots, and although the S1XR has shown any, the lessened quality of finish is apparent.