[alanmcorcoran]

I probably wouldn't get rid of the Strat. It is too big and uneconomical, but I didn't buy it with economics as my primary concern. It ran like a beast on my recent trip and handled some of the most amazing roads/paths without killing me. But I'm interested in possibly trading the GZ for an "adventure" or dual purpose bike. Saw some KTM's that looked pretty neat and, of course, a lot of BMW's. The only two bikes I've ridden are at the extremes of weight/power. The GZ is too underpowered for touring and isn't suitable for fire roads, etc. The Strat is awesome on anything paved, but I don't trust my skills on it in dirt and if i dropped it out in the woods I'd be screwed. And, I guess I like having the distraction of thinking/planning for a new distraction.