I’ve been wondering about doing the motorcycle test. I first rode a BSA Bantam that I helped my grandfather change the engine on. Just pottered around a field learning the clutch and gears. About 40 years ago I rode a 125 on L-plates, but never went far on it. I’ve recently been watching a lot of videos, especially “POV” journeys, and also hearing about the mental and physical benefits of bike riding. And there’s a few videos showing how a fairly small person can safely pick up a large bike!
In your neck of the woods I'd be tempted by someting like the Enfield Himalayan - great on road, but the potential for a bit of green laning.