I think that sport tourers get plenty of attention in C&V land (well, maybe not as much as flat out tourers, but I'd like to know how many owners are actually touring on those bikes!). I find that the early to mid 1970s were a sweet spot for sport touring geometry, particularly from Great Britain. In my fleet:
1971 Raleigh International w/ 30mm tires and fenders:
1973 Condor Italia w/ 30mm tires:
1976 Wes Mason w/ 30mm tires: