january makes sense...Bon Jovi tour would be over so he wouldnt be taking another dump on the fans by touring solo during the band tour. Him doing a few shows still means he wont be away from Ava for several weeks at a time (if that is the real reason not to tour with Bon Jovi).

What will actually happen....Richie annouces some solo shows in Australia and maybe some asian shows...Jon sees this and exteneds the Bon jovi tour to throw a spanner in the mix