The only down side is trying to keep the thing clean, especially after one ride in the rain. There is now 12,000 miles on the clock and it is still running well. There is small bits of rust here and there but apart from that it is grand. Very comfortable and looks great - build quality is good too. Is loosening up now after 1000 miles.
Build quality is excellent.
Spares are a bit hard to find, Motor cycle City and others think the parts from the Virago 125 will do. They wont, different bike differnet parts, Check before you pay. Accessories fitted, Route 66 tool roll, Hunter Class Panniers, excellent product. Scottoiler Chain luber, again excellent. I haven't changed the tyres but the oem seem just fine.