It's not easy to answer your question for you because only you know what you need. With that malarkey out of the way, I think this sort of bike might be right up your alley- it's affordable, reliable, can take two comfortably enough, is quite sporty and yet still has the V Twin goodness you know and love. It's the porridge that's Just Right (I used to have one of these, myself). May I suggest:

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/moto...-372427244.htm