Not sure if anyone still using this site?!?!
ANyhoo,
I have just bought a 2010 GTR and so far (4 days) am loving it. Had a 1300 Pan for 3 years prior to that and 1100 Pan before that. The GTR is definitely better than the Pan. Even if I can't reach the floor quite as well (Im 5'7" Tall)
I still put up with it.
Even though the dry weight is supposed to be heavier on the GTR for some reason it feels so much lighter. Might be that the Pan holds so much more fuel (28 Litres)
I dont find the fuel capacity too much of a problem. On my first tank of fuel I managed to get about 42 MPG. Not bad considering the devil made me go quicker than I should be. Its so easy to do honest!
I was a bit miffed by the fact that the top box was extra. It should be a standard thing on a sports tourer. Have to keep using the rucksack until I can afford one.
Not sure about the handling yet. The guys I usually go riding with have been away touring so not had a proper blast yet. I know I can go out myself and Ive had a few rides. Its just one os my mates is a Class 1 advanced Police M/cyclist so I feel I can ride better when Im following him. (I know Im a baby!)
Looking forward to the next few years playing. Maybe I'll meet a few of you some time soon. 8)