Totally agree, if you were keeping it or selling it the wrong fade on the tank would have always bugged you. Judging by the number of parts “ on my shelf” your workshop must be like an aisle of Halfords.
In the early 70’s a mate had only just got his stripes, and he said m’off for an adventure.
Where to.? Said I..Hong Kong they want Met Sergeants, tax free money and you’re immediately promoted to Inspector on arrival; you are contracted to serve 12 months minimum.
A year later this vision rides into the Station yard..A silver smoke R90s..A black knight in leather and silver helmet all coordinated dismounts..Feck those Krauser panniers are worth as much as the nail I’m riding..
Gerry had returned and treated himself..I’ll never forget the image that bent my brain.