Dear All
Well the itch finally got scratched. I took an Aprilia Caponord Rally Raid out for a test ride today. NOW THAT IS WHAT SUSPENSION SHOULD BE DOING!
Not perfect but for a big guy the bigger bike suits and fits me better. The brakes aren't up to those of the crossrunner but the engine is a peach, not dissimilar to the Honda's rewarding spirited use of the throttle.
I ordered one and pick it up next week.
wishing you all well.
keep safe
Trevor