FWIW, I've always thought ADV bikes were some of the coolest looking....but I come from a dirtbike background. Another reason why I think SM are the bomb!
But much like scooters...most don't buy ADV bikes for the odd looks...But rather the extreme utility and all around enjoyment they provide.
I wave to every one! I know 2 guys who went to trikes because of their age. Their old legs could no longer hold up a loaded touring rig with a passenger and they still desperately wanted to ride. The guy who bought my BMW was in the same boat. Had an ST1300 (iirc) and had a bum leg. As he aged, it acted up and the weight and higher CoG made it tough for him. And bike touring was he and the wife's big passion. He texted me a bit ago and said he add the wife had racked up 10k already on the BMW!
So again...I think it matters less what you ride..But that you ride.