Hydraulically damped telescopic shocks do duty at the front. The rear makes do with 5-stage adjustable shocks. The ride of the M80 is on the firmer side that makes hammering down rural roads prerogative of the very dumb. Ride on regular roads is pretty good but do try and avoid ruts and potholes. Let the front wheel into a couple of potholes and your shoulder is sure to shriek in protest. Hopefully the ride will improve once the forks free up. The M80 rides on 2.25 and 2.75 Dunlops front and rear shod on 17inch rims. Levels of grip provided are on par for intended usage.

The step through chassis of the M80 has been strengthened and this is evident in its relatively flex free nature. The 40mm increase in wheelbase goes a long way in improving handling of the bike. Straight line stability is good while handling is no less impressive. The low saddle height and 90kg kerb weight add up to make her a neat handler. All one needs is a little footpeg weighting and she will happily scrape her splashguard. The flex-free chassis and wallow-free lean angles that can be indulged in are confidence inspiring.