I have friends who ride BMW GS scoots and have done that route numerous times. I hear it's a GREAT ride! IF I was going to do that route, I'd be renting a BMW GS. Ground clearance and wheel/tire setup notwithstanding... at just about 500 lbs, that's about 300 lbs of bike I wouldn't have to lift up if (when?) the scoot goes down on less than optimal gravel conditions.