To keep up with a 4x4 in the wet-season conditions my mate & I went through would be impressive - two French guys that we ran into on the island tried to do the same and had a horrible time (one broke his ribs in a tumble caused by riding so hard). It would definitely be easier to ride unloaded, but we liked the security of having our gear with us and being able to stop & camp wherever we liked (or broke down  ), rather than sticking to the schedule of some tour.
YMMV,
James
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