Hmmmm, can't crank sports tourers over.........must remember that next time I'm out on my ST!
I know what you're saying Ed, but it's not always about the pigeon hole that a bike has been placed in.
With a correctly set up bike, you can have as much fun as you want.
The trick I've found is to get a bike that fits you physically first, then get on with learning how to get the most out of it.
Keep looking, you'll soon find something.
Andy