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I've got a Ninja 1000 (Z1000SX in every other country) that I'm absolutely in love with. its's all day comfortable, has detachable luggage, and 100% reliable while still being sport bike fast. I paid $6400 last year for a spotless one-owner 2013 with 3k miles.
I can't think of a better dad bike in your price range.
Did you grit your teeth and try to look like Clint Fuckin' Eastwood?
Or did you lisp it all hangfisted like a fuckin' flower?