Will a sports bike or a cruiser ride smoother on the highway?

Will a sports bike or a cruiser ride smoother on the highway?
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It depends on suspension settings, but sport bikes are generally set much stiffer and can be very uncomfortable on the highway. Cruiser are made for just that! Try some out and see what you like best.
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