6 – 2014 BMW F800GT
While not geared for the dirt, the BMW F800GT compares favourably to other versatile motorcycles on this list in terms of on-road comfort, either during solo or two-up riding. It's hard to find a better all-round, sporty-looking bike than this one. What's more, the F800GT accommodates riders of all sizes thanks to a generous amount of room and a seat height of just 800mm (765mm with the optional seat). It's a nimble, lightweight grand tourer you can even take to the track whenever you feel like scraping the ground with your knees.

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