Hey there Kris. Really glad to hear that you've got your bike sorted out mate. It just seems like a case of poor maintinance by the guy that you bought it off, especially after seeing the condition of those plugs and air filter. Anyway, apart from the heartache, for about $1800, you've got yourself a nice bike that you know is fully serviced, so you've still done well I reckon. I got the sissy bar and the saddle bag standoffs from Tucmoto, and they're in the U.S. so that makes life easy for you hey. So saddle up that little pony of yours Kris, and go and enjoy some nice rides amigo.
Ride safe.
Regards, Hairy Bob.