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I have a KTM620RXC with 17" wheels. There's plenty of suspension travel to allow for a smooth soft ride, if you like it that way. It might be difficult to get a low enough bar to lean you over far enough, though. A dragbar might be the answer. I am using a KTM spec Renthal Fatbar with late model SX bend, and, while it's farther forward than the CR bend I had, it's not sportbike.
I also have a YZF1000. The suspension is very adjustable, and can be set up really soft. I think if you stay away from late model extreme sportbikes, and try say, maybe a YZF600R (Still available new!), you may be pleasantly surprised.
Of course, all of this points to one of the newer standards, ZRX1200, Bandit 1200, FZ-1, all with adjustable suspension. My brother's B1200 is set up very soft, and it might be the ticket!
I also have a YZF1000. The suspension is very adjustable, and can be set up really soft. I think if you stay away from late model extreme sportbikes, and try say, maybe a YZF600R (Still available new!), you may be pleasantly surprised.
Of course, all of this points to one of the newer standards, ZRX1200, Bandit 1200, FZ-1, all with adjustable suspension. My brother's B1200 is set up very soft, and it might be the ticket!