This is an adult owned and maintained Dual sport bike. Always garaged and pampered with 21K miles and rising. Originally, I had looked to purchase an older model BMW GS series from a local shop. The shop owner suggested that I consider a V-Strom as he owned two of them himself. "Very reliable with little maintainence" he stated. He was so right. Check out any of the numerous videos on You Tube and see for yourself. This bike can be a commuter as well as get off the beaten track. By far, one of the most versatile bikes you could own and it will never let you down." Italian motorcycles are like Italian women.... They will stab you in the back when you least expect it" Anonomous