A three hour round-trip sounds like about 200 miles, which is really not that long for a trip.
I know! granted I guess the old bike was about the same endurance level. But we are really hoping this will be a bike we can do multi-day trips on. At least a full day of riding 4-6 hours. hence why i'm a bit upset by this.
type of bike you came from ...?
I was riding a 2003 Z1000. Have about 115K miles on her. Renthal ultra-low bars, and stock rest of the seating position. BUT when riding two up my girl was complaining that she was getting "beat up" on the back. She sais the GTR is much better for her. quote "my (bum) is not bruised the next day" We got the Concours to remedy this problem.
Have you added risers or tank grips? Both of these should help with your seating position on the bike.
I have never thought about risers on the bike. anyway to gauge if one would like risers or not? I didn't want to sacrifice the sporty riding position. But I'll have to check if I'm further forward on this bike than I am on my z1000. I did notice using my knees on the tank more to support myself. i'll get ergo pictures tomorrow of both bikes.