My Brother has tried his best to kill a 600 bandit (new shape) with neglect over the last five years. I think he's put 60,000 miles on it. I have to admit it now looks like sh*t because he rides in all weathers but still runs really sweet. Doesn't use any oil between services but has needed a repair to the collector box (common fault) and a pattern rear shock (the original rotted away)
I wouldn't worry too much about the fairing, just a little fly screen is good for 80mph cruise.
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