Bought an Odyssey for the car based on past long life for the bike battery. Just crapped out right under 3 years..luckily shop gave me a new one under 3 year warranty but then learned it was a pro-rated warranty (which he had never heard of) but gave it to me anyway. I think I will stay away...
Be careful with some cleaning solutions though. I had a cover that started to haze after applying something so eventually had to get it replaced. Check which chemicals react with polycarb.
mods list (could be a few missing..have not updated for years)
Dymags (Custom carbon)
Otec triples and sleeves (chromed)
Hayabusa forks (extended) , hyperpro springs, racetech valves, PLR compression adjusters
ISR 6 piston radial mount monoblock calipers
ISR polished 320mm brake discs
Goodrich...
You should not have to pay VAT if shipped to USA unless the rules changed recently. There also should be a US distributor for Exactrep (forgot company) unless they went under. I have ordered from Raats years ago. They are reliable.
Damn was hoping it was a screw in stud. Mine is chromed and thread on one stud is worn. Can either buy a cheap replacement and re-chrome, or re-thread at a different size I guess. Have'nt been on here is years..whats up with the forum these days?