Suzuki Bandit.

Don't like cruisers? Hate that sport bike crouch position? Maybe the bike for you is a performance standard like Suzuki's exciting 1200 Bandit, which offers up one of the most compelling packages in motorcycling today.
The Bandit delivers considerable torque and acceleration, very good handling and exceptional comfort. The engine gets it's heritage from the GSXR line. The power curve has been altered to provide good low-end and abundant mid-range power - just the kind of power delivery 99% of the riding public can use and enjoy most. Just crack the throttle and the big Bandit pulls hard, especially in the mid-range. Up top, the big engine keeps spinning but doesn't produce a high RPM rush like you would expect from a GSXR.
Though the Bandit can be ridden in the higher RPM range, it's much more fun and easier to ride when you keep the revs in the mid-range. This is especially true while traversing back roads. Here the bike will hang with all but the most serious sport bikes as the steering is surprisingly light and somewhat quick. The secret here is to short shift and let the engine do it's thing, winding it out will only slow you down. The slick shifting gearbox is a joy to use and the engine and it's exhaust note just keeps getting better the more you rev the bike. Under most conditions it's exceptionally easy to cover ground quickly on the Bandit.

Suzuki Bandit 1200 MSRP: $7,399.00,

Engine: 1157cc, four-stroke, 4-cylinder, DOHC 16 valve, air/oil cooled with TSCCBore Stroke: 79.0 x 59.0 mm Compression Ratio: 9.5:1Fuel System: Mikuni BSR36Lubrication: Wet sump Ignition: Digital/Transistorized Transmission: 5-speed Final Drive: #530 chain