An ST would make life a little easier but not nearly as much fun, besides i've already got a wheelchair lined up for when i get back
I'm pretty much stuck with the gear i've got, 4 tyres and 2 springs for my car MOT has made sure of that. My mate is taking my tent poles for me, toyed with the idea of strapping them inside the bottom of the fairing but it's probably not a wise move.
Ski's strapped to a bike! bet thats a rare sight.
Thanks for the offer of the BMW, 2-3 months ago and i'd have bit your arm off.
Speaking of BM's it was the Long Way Round that finally convinced my mate to pass his bike test and get off dirt bikes. something i couldn't persuade him to do.