Thanks,
The R is a dream to ride. Lots of low down / mid torque, and so nimble. I use it for days out to the Dales / NYM nipping around the country lanes.
I also have a Z1000SX, which is so easy to ride whatever the roads. This takes turns with the R for days out; but also gets the longer trips around Scotland or an odd weekend in the Lakes.
The wait isn't too bad; I will be working away on the other side of the world for a while, so the time will pass quickly.