True enough H... However much the same could be said for any naked standard without proper wind protection. There are dozens of people who do long distance touring on there Griso but with a much larger wind screen. They likely have also added handlebar risers or lowered pegs but that's pretty common across the board.
Early on, I did several trips on it with a tail bag for overnights and found the bike fantastic with the exception of wind protection. I added a Norge and ultimately ended on a 1,200 sport for the long distance riding with proper luggage, wind protection etc, and kept the G for day trip or overnight thug bike (shave kit in tank bag). If push came to shove Id have no problem remounting the tail bag and having a go for multi-day or long distance trips.
It gets the least saddle time of all my bikes, but it is a wonder. Someday it will move on but not today.
Totally agree with everything there Bulldog…
I sometimes enjoy a ride BECAUSE the bike is a bit uncomfortable, it leaves impressions (so to speak), that linger after the ride is over, that remind you of the experience.
I think being too insulated from the senses and sensations, diminishes the experience somewhat.
You might as well go in a Toyota Prius, with a beige cardigan and white linen scarf….
I took my CT110 Honda 18,000 km around Australia for that very reason.
It was the “right” bike, because it was the WRONG bike, every emotion is magnified…(positive and negative), but it puts you in closer touch with the experience.
You cannot dominate your surrounds by a twist of the wrist, you have to give over to the current and be carried along.
