Hello from Japan!!

[Grumpy Goat]

I just traded in my 2015 F800GT for a new 1250RS and couldn't be happier. I'm originally from the US but have lived in Japan for 37 years. We have some fantastic roads with little to no traffic to tour on so just love riding. I hope to learn more about the bike and those that ride it. ...

You are most welcome! Not many members (if any) from Japan, even if a US transplant.  This is a great place to learn about the R1200RS / R1250RS, including the parent website - RSWasserboxer.com.

I recently returned from a business trip to Japan and watch many videos from Japanese content creators (not motorcycle-related) and am familiar with the roads, which I found can be narrow and for smaller Japanese vehicles. But yes, the traffic volume especially in the rural areas, can be low and conducive to fun motorcycle riding.