Hi,
I am femal and I travelling now since 15 months. I have a suzuki DR 350 SHC. SHC means I can pump it up or lower it down. If it is down I get both feet easily on the floor. Depends on the situation. It is not the most confortible or sexy bike, but it is light and easy to handle. I can pick it up with most luggage...for me this is importent for travelling alone. If you want to do some off road and go out of the beaten track (otherwise you can go backpacking) you must be able to handle it by yourself. Don't listen to people who tell you you must be mechanics before you leave. Learning by doing is the answer and you will find always someone who helps you at least at this pages! If you want a bigger bike, think about the DR 650, Iris and Trui have it, or the Kawasaki KLR or the Dominator. I wouldn't ride a Transalp or African Twin, too high, too heavy, too big, not easy to handle. I met one woman on a Transalp, she was a good biker and could handle it, but she was not happy with it!
Have a look on my website: www.katharina-unterwegs.de or ask me further questions!
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