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So now I know something about the rear subframe strength on the 94 1100RS. Purchased locally late last year w/ 130K miles in great condition. Added Givi rear rack. Bike shares commuting duty, getting the call on coldest and wettest days. The rack carry's my backpack with laptop and occasionally groc...

Is there any concern of opinions on why a piston with <12K miles would fail?

Do these bikes generally run lean?

Certainly could be a random materials issue but then again it sounds as though the bike is stock, correct?

No aftermarket breathing or exhaust?

Glad to hear your son will recover, I've nothing to add regarding lawyer advice. Perhaps you could post an accident review / gear involved, and how said gear helped or not? I haven't seen if there's special section here for this - this is a rotten yet invaluable way to learn benefits of particular g...