[SpudRider]

Originally Posted by Weldangrind

I'm consistently amazed by the fixation on bikes that are north of 1200cc. I love Ducatis, but I don't want an adventure bike anywhere near the Multistrada size.

I agree with you on the need for small adventure touring bikes. I suspect we'll see that as an upcoming trend.

Originally Posted by detours

Exactly. The race for horsepower has skewed perceptions about riding, to the point some people say it's crazy to tour with anything less that 1000 cc. Or that my 462 lb, 64 hp vstrom or 600 lb Vulcan 900 are beginner bikes.

Originally Posted by G19Tony

Me too. I've never cared for large bikes, and the crap I get about it is amazing. The F800GT is the largest bike I've ever owned. I've always been in the 205-650 range. I'm really excited about the RX-3.

X3. I really like the simplicity and low cost of operation which is intrinsic for single cylinder motorcycles with small displacement engines. Also, I am never in a hurry while riding a motorcycle. Speeding along the interstate for hours on end is not my idea of a fun adventure. If I need to get somewhere fast, I will take my automobile. If I want to get somewhere fast and ride my motorcycle after arriving, I will trailer my dirt bike behind the car.