I've been riding since '76 on the street. Earlier in the dirt. I've had my '72 BMW R75/5 on non op for the past 3 years because cell phone users. I'm just into retirement and don't want to be crippled for life. Have been rear ended twice on bikes (both while stopped) and it's no fun.
That said, I have been looking into the Royal Enfield thing, and the 650 interceptor and the Himalayan (IIRC) Dual Sport get rave reviews. And the price point is very reasonable. 4 to 6k for a ready to go rig. With a full warranty, and quality build control and fit and finish. At my age, I would rather do as I have been doing and go 4 wheeling in my Toyotas. I can carry a full bed, all my gear, cooler, and plenty of food and water to be out for days at a time. Plus, I have solid shelter. In my 20's I used to like to rough it on bikes and go camping, not so much these days. Good luck, and have fun. And don't get taken out by a 20 year old activist chick who's texting.
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