True, but nakeds are ideal for urban riding, you can do some touring in them but they are not designated tourers.Nakeds look great, but lack in wind and weather protection, important when considering 1,000 miles days in all types of terrain and weather. Around town, they are fine.
Those are all good choices, but I think he might be limited by what available in the local market.Something like a Yamaha XT250 at the low end, Suzuki DRZ400 in the middle and KTM 790 and Yamaha XT700 Tenere at the top end would all be good choices for that use IMO.
Suzuki Katana, in my opnion one of the best looking bikes ever made. Right behind this original Katana, Suzuki Katana for 2020 is also parked, its such a beautiful bike. Both of these bikes are a beauty to look at.