The OP stated bike better than hiking. I maintain motorcycle better than bicycle. Not as good as jeep or RV.

It appears to me that the high plains of Wyoming, Nebraska, Kansas, North and South Dakota type of conditions aren't being considered. Even on a motorcycle those places are largely to be avoided. If you don't die of dehydration you'll die of boredom.

And as an odd slightly related fact- the Laramie Wyoming valley is not a river valley. It is a wind created valley. And it's still on the job. Maybe if you were going downwind it would be ok..... prairie schooner anyone?

Folding bikes- I know folks who own airplanes who use folding bikes for transportation on arrival. Clever solution.