u/Much_Cartographer944

Seeking some informed advice on best 170km daily commuter options. I travel daily between northern Gold Coast and Ipswich, and return. No bike at the moment, but I have an open licence with most of my riding on dirt. My preferred route would be via rural roads through Beaudesert or Jimboomba; I don't want to contend with Gold Coast Hwy and Logan Mwy traffic.

I was thinking V-Strom 1000 or similar, based on other posts. I'm old enough to not have an ego so I'm open to any options. Mainly looking for something to add to my life; make the commute nicer; but still use the car when it rains.

Advice/options, please.