The reason ZG1000 and ZG1400 usually attracts "seasoned" riders is because they appreciate being able to have a bike that can do everything relatively well. JMHO. I know I am a new rider but I already came to the conclusion that using a backpack every time I wanted to carry more than a pack of tic-tacs wasn't gonna work.
When I was test riding sport tourers before I picked up my concours last month, it was the first time the dealership didn't ask for a copy of my license. When I inquired just before I took off on one of their bikes, the dealer said he assumed that anyone asking to test drive sport tourers clearly has a license and knows what they are looking for.