Just saw this thread and thought I'd revive it a bit!

IMO, if BRP wants to seriously compete with dual sport riders they are going to have to come with humongous storage containers for it, or a hitch to pull a small trailer! I'd like to take one on the Idaho Backcountry Discovery Route, https://ridebdr.com/IDBDR. It's 1250 miles of gravel from the Nevada border to the Canadian border. You don't find a gas station or Motel 6 every 50 miles on that route! Traveling ultra light isn't an option!

For those who aren't aware, Idaho is considered the dual sport capitol of the states! More miles for DS riding here than any other state!