I don't know maybe an 890 Adventure with 32.5" seat would be tall for you, but it's probably not much different than an RS is it? The Adventure will be a lot lighter though. My experience is only with the 790 Duke but its engine is anything but high strung, it makes power and torque everywhere and it's geared perfectly with a nice tall 6th. I had it out yesterday and was thinking what a great light weight tourer it would make because it's so light, torquey, and relaxing to ride. From a CW test:
"Analyzing power output recorded on Cycle World's in-house dyno, we can tell you the 790 Duke belts out 95.1 hp at 9,200 rpm and 58.2 pound-feet of torque at 7,900 rpm. Looking closely at the dyno charts reveals a remarkably linear power curve, which continuously builds power from idle until only 300 rpm below its 9,500 redline".
https://www.ridersvillecycle.com/search/inventory/availability/In Stock/brand/KTM
The nearest Ktm dealer 110 miles will not let me test ride...so my ignorance of 790 torque/engine performance. I would want an unfolded riding position not available in the Duke. The Adventure version are too tall.....
Yes I agree is could be a basis of nice light weight tourer. I HOPE!
J