@GabeLakmann @chudwave @Royper I guess I didn’t post my 2cen earlier.
Really it depends on what your mission is. Where you drive, how far, how fast, the demographics, all that plays into the bike you need. Over time I pared down my stable, I like 1L+ ADV bikes because they’re do-all bikes that suit my lifestyle. I can commute with them, I can sprint along at triple digits, they’re comfy, and they have passable off road performance. 2-up riding is much more tenable w/ wind protection and roomier seating, too. Easier to convice your lady to go for a ride out when she’s gonna be nice and comfy on the back
I’m not big on adrenaline-soaked dirt biking & jumping though, I’m content to putter along at 40 mph on a dirt road with all my camping gear on the back.
Sportbikes are rad, but I never opted to take them on my vacations. They’re cool fro the first couple hours, but they’re very uncomfortable after about 3 hrs. I think the more upright, the more touring-oriented, the more you’ll end up using it. Bags, boxes, etc. are also key, as much as people hate the look of them.