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You may get varying opinions about this but in my opinion, it has more to do with the weight that you plan to haul than the length. What size motorcycles are you planning to haul? The Ventures, depending on model, can weigh close to 1,000 lbs. I certainly don't think that pulling that much weight with a motorcycle is wise. Possibly a small dirt bike or something would be OK.

I bought a new 2020 last September and put 9500 kms on it last fall. Still have my 93 FJ 1200 but wanted something to ride 2 up and wanted luggage. I had some concerns about the V twin engine as I’ve always had 4 cylinder bikes. Let me tell you that any concerns went away very quickly. It’s incredible how smooth it is but the torque it makes is absolutely amazing and the eeze at which it cruises at highway speeds is very impressive. The looks are a step away from everything else and for me that was important,I didn’t want anyone mistaking it for a Harley. In short I absolutely love it and am completely happy with it. I wish it had more adjustments for front and rear suspension including dampening. No problems of any kind,fuel mileage is 5.8 litres per hundred kms and I ride 2 up all the time and at excessive speeds. Awesome bike.

It's going to be a while, as I'm looking for more steady work. I'm keeping my eye on prices of course. My area is not great to find them, but I can always do a fly and ride from my gf's area. I'd ask her to look it over and have a friend test ride (if the dealer allows) and If they tell me it's good to go, get it.