Slr650
Having owned a couple of SLR650s, i think you would be OK. The rack is handy, but panniers might be more difficult to fit due to the 2 high level exhausts. Cruising speed of 60 to 80 MPH, with a top speed of 100 MPH, but with great acceleration should be fine ? I hit reserve around 100 miles (50 MPG), but you should have another 20 miles on reserrve. A small aluminium "fuel" can from a camping shop or a Hein Gericke plastic fuel can as emergency back up to give you another 5 to 10 miles. A good tall screen will relieve wind pressure at 60 MPH plus. A good new-ish battery should prevent any starting problems. The Kawasaki KLE500 is a smoother, but heavier bike. It has a small fairing and screen,but the screen might be too small for long distance work ? Otherwise, the SLR650 is just a potent, reliable, quick handling bike !! I hope to be taking my SLR650 to Scotland and Norway in the near future !!
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