Went to Croatia via a lot of countries there and back this year. 3500 miles in 10 days.
Used my BM GS so no bum, wrist or whatever problems. Interestingly the GS does the twisties surprisingly quickly if ridden properly. Many a weekend leather clad poseur on a sports bike was surprised when a flock of textile wearing GS riders cruised past them when they thought they were riding quickly.
Still love my GS' stable-mate, my 2004 RSV1000R though. In fact love 'em both.
PS Camped mainly and did a hotel or two as well. No problem finding somewhere to stay.