I was going to do it on this, but it's that nice, I've changed my plans today. I'm going to buy a cheap tourer, do the trip and sell it on my return. If I encountered 2 weeks of rain and detritus on this, I'd be gutted.
It'll be something cheap, horrible, but reliable. Something I'm not bothered about, one iota, Japanese or German.
That is an awesome looking bike, and as said - they sound fantastic I almost bought a Hyperstrada myself, but argued with myself that I actually wanted a Multistrada ... and I like you paid more money than originally intended, and bought the latest I could find It's gotta be done
I’ve had the 2015 and the 17 Factory versions, in my opinion the best road bike on the market. The sound is very addictive. Bit snatchy from a closed throttle but that’s the only negative. I’m very jealous!
I understand your reservations & concerns with the possibility of shite weather but nevertheless it would look great with the Italian Dolomites in the background for that ultimate photoshoot.