I'm 75. I had a CBR250 in Thailand and a CB500X. Now, still in Thailand, I bought a CBR300R. On "adventure trips", I rarely do over 150 km in one day. Sometimes 200 km. And I ride about 100 km/hr. I find the bike comfortable, easy to handle. It's also a good way to really visit places - stop often, avoid really long distances. My wife is currently buying a 2016 CB500X. If it proves to be MUCH more comfortable on the highway, I may switch.