[Mr Twisty]

I'm sure things have changed since the 70's (last time I was on a 250) but back then they vibrated too much for highway touring.
Late 70's Yamaha 2-stroke 650 was a blast, wheelie in every gear but hated to cruise. Early 80's Virago 650 was a better cruiser but too much vibration to the bars for longer trips.
Stayed away from bikes till last year, a Royal Star 1300 Tour Deluxe came up for auction, got it at a great price... Totally different experience, 1,000 lb wet with rider, soft as a pillow on the highway, but a pig under 10mph... I LOVE it! But if it ever goes down I'll need a crane to get it up