So I've got a decision to make.....
Looks like this thread was originally started back in 2011 and the latest post is a few days ago 2015. So obviously Honda still has not recognized this as an engineering fault and taken steps to correct; leaving it up the consumer to sort out what they (Honda) should be doing. OK. To be honest up until now it's been a bit of a non-issue, as I reside outside the Gates of Hell, AZ and moisture in the air, let alone any that might accumlate inside the SMC is a not a problem. Especially as my girl resides in the garage when not out on the roads. However, a move to the Great NW for retirement is emminent and airborne moisture is most definately going to be an issue.
Therefore, if the old Black Magic is retained and makes the transition N I'll have no choice but to go the SMC replacement route. However, if I let her remain here with a new owner..... well hello new love of my life.
Please Honda get your finger out and present us with the new ST we've all (well a goodly number anyway) have been craving. Otherwise it time to start looking at Brand X, Y, Z, etc.