I've spent months setting up my motorbikes for RTW, but guess where all that stuff ended up? In the bin, because when I started learning to ride off road I found all that crap added weight. Weight is evil and doesn't improve your skills at all. Steepens the learning curve as well. All you need is a bike with decent suspension which isn't a DIY job, good hand guards and bash plate which is easy as pie. No need for racks with soft luggage anymore if you can keep your gear requirements down. Saves you buckets of money too.
I'd suggest getting a DR650 (or DRZ but this sucks on the road. I've got one), pay someone reputable to setup the suspension for your weight +40kg (DR650 only) and just hit the trails. Fall, skid, get up and keep going. Get a larger tank over the second few months. It's a good alround learner bike and average and capable at everything.
Spend the money on top range gear like cross fire boots and body armour. Wish I did.
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