Now I'm jealous of the places you western-fried guys get to ride out to. And 11000 miles on a 690 this year? I'm impressed and I only weigh 195. I hope you've at least got the PHDS on your bar. It made a big difference on vibration on my 690. But for me I need three bikes for different mission parameters. Consider the following applications:
1. Harley - Chick magnet for dirty old single guys like me. Also suitable for full uniform events such as rides, bike night, and first dates. Also a very passible touring bike with the 103ci counterbalanced engine. And yes, with enough liquid inspiration I've taken scooter off-road many times. The only catch: Never drop the Harley. If it looks like you're gonna fall over then throw your body under it cuz those repair parts are very pricey.
2. 690e - My general purpose hooligan bike suitable for chasing deer, terrorizing the neighborhood, eating up some dirt, flying across open fields, jumping over anything up to and including school buses, and running from the cops.
3. 1290 Super Adventure - Long distance touring in supreme comfort with all the techno-junk yo' mind can imagine. Nice fast top end although they crippled it with 160hp while the super duke gets 180hp with the same motor. That's only 10hp more than the 1190 and so I may wind up with the little one when it comes time to dole out the money. If I ever do make it out to SD from Alabamy, then it will be this bike that takes me there.
Be well - And remember: I'm out there!