It is my opinion that a sportbike gives you the absolute best equipment possible, to deal with situations. Best tires, suspension, brakes, and light weight. However, they also typically possess the most power allowing the rider to complicate their situation with enormous amounts of speed in a very small window of time and space.
There are a few bikes that ride the happy medium, with dirtbike agility that comes with the tubular bar and upright seating position, and sportbike suspension and brakes and tires.
Kawasaki Versys
KTM Duke690
Ninja650/400
Bandit?
...Sure there are a bunch more I am missing too.
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