im not an Adventure Rider, but the appeal of the multistrada to me was a Superbike in sheeps clothes. It has a great upright riding position, it is a extremely capable Touring bike, with more than adequete storage when fitted with panniers and top case. Comfortable for a passenger, and rides very well even with a passenger and luggage loaded up. has powerlet outlets already on the bike, if your running heated gear its perfect for that. has accessory plugs for GPS, or other stuff. adjustable riding modes to suit your riding wants.. when im riding solo and want to really crank on it, switch it into sport mode, ditch the luggage, and its like riding a supersport but more comfortable. I havent had any issues keeping up with any of the supersport guys, or even leaving them in the rearview in the twisty bits. i have taken it in a mild offroad situation, dirt road through the mountains in colorado. it handled fine and with it set in enduro mode it switched the ecu into 100 hp and let the rear spin a bit more. but for a true offroader, its limited by its 17" wheels. the suspension is more than capable, but the wheels and little engine protection are a drawback for serious ADV guys. but for me, its perfect, i barley go off pavement. im tour with the bike, and alot of weekend twisty riding. its perfect for me. my only gripe on the bike is less than adequate wind protection, and wind noise. and it eats rear tires =-)