I've looked at the V-Strom a couple few times, most recently a couple weeks ago.
I'd have to part with Eurotrash, 'cause eye yam poor (and just dont have room for 2 bikes, butt mostly the poor thing goin' on)
I really enjoyed me twin brother's '08 V-Strom and had logged quite a few miles on it, over the few years he had it.
The V-Strom is probably a better fit for the kind of riding I do, back roads, goat trails, 2 lane hi-ways
Me buddy MeatNo says it looked like I rode it better than the BMW, when I'm in the lead...ie: the line I follow in a sweeping curve, for instance.
^^That kinda' makes sense, after thinking about it and considering my riding skills^^
I'm game for a long day of riding, but I don't ride aggressive.."spirited" yes, but not scraping foot pegs.
tldr..but open to input/thoughts
Makes sense to me.