I have ridden R1200GSs for a long time, and now own a 2014. They are marvelous bikes, but as I get into my early 70s, I find the bike harder to control at low speeds and to move around the garage and driveway when fully loaded. Thinking about a C650GT. I have looked all over this site for reports about long distance touring and find only anecdotal comments, e.g., someone drove one to Alaska, someone else did the Iron Butt, etc., but I would appreciate hearing from CGT riders about getting onto the scooter the stuff they might have taken on extended trips on a GS. Things like tent, Thermarest, Kermit chair, etc. I have seen no pictures of CGTs with soft-sided rear pannier bags. Not necessary? Not available? Any other thoughts germane to the subject?
Thanks for your willingness to help.
carlc
Thanks for your willingness to help.
carlc