Not for enduro or for racing. Just commuting and cruising. Rule out location. Say you lived by every dealership with an equal distance from your home. But were on a limited budget and never rode a motorcycle before. But you do have your knowledge and experience.
Say you choose Honda. (For example)
Why is it more reliable than Yamaha (example)
Thanks a lot. I’ve been saving up. It seems like gear alone is a huge investment.
All of the major motorcycle companies make very good motorcycles. There isn’t one that is better than the others, if there was everyone would buy that one and the others would go out of business. If one was bad then nobody would buy it and that company would go out of business. Find the bike that you like, sit on it and see how it fits, if the dealer will let you, take it for a test ride. Look for rider reviews on the internet. Have fun.
All the Japanesemakes are very reliable these days,i would just choose on type ie supermoto, road , commuter etc and check secondhand machines , when you decide what model of bike u want read up reviews by other owners online , my old Yamaha 500 is 25 years old and has done well over 50,000 miles but still starts on second kick (no electric starter).
Harley Davidson has been getting better over the years, but the Big Four (Honda, Yamaha, Suzuki, and Kawasaki) still have them beat.
I’ve heard okay things in general about Yamaha and Suzuki, but Honda bikes have a reputation for being “bulletproof.” You can beat the ever-loving crap out of them and they’ll still run. And Kawasaki seems to build their bikes specifically to put up with high RPMs.
Outside of Japanese makes, I’ve heard good things about the latest Unit Construction Royal Enfields, but they haven’t even been out for a full year yet, so I can’t say anything definitively. You may want to look into them regardless, because they’ve got some nice classic Brit Bike styling cues and a pretty laid back riding style (code for “it doesn’t go that fast”. Can you tell I’m biased in favor of these guys?
At any rate, apart from Harley and the Big Four, you’ll be hard pressed to find replacement parts or decent service if and when something does go wrong.
Honda.
Because they break less than any other engine in the world.
It has to be Honda I’ve had 2 and wish I had my Goldwing back ,nothing on earth as smooth and comfortable.
If you can afford one, I would say Harley Davidson. Not only their mechanics but their chrome, paint, steel and plastic. But if you take care of any bike now days, they will all last forever.
Honda.
I agree with those that said Honda. Nothing beats the Gold Wing in my opinion, it’s a perfect example of automotive engineering.
I have a 2008 Kawasaki Vulcan 900 Classic. I bought it last year around August. When making my decision to purchase I took several factors into account. These are Ride-ability, performance, efficiency, ease of maintenance, resale value, looks, and of course price.
I researched everything and found that Kawasaki makes the best product for the money. Financing is easy with the companies own company. Terms were great, service was excellent, and they had my color in stock!
I am a “big ole boy” and I get anywhere from 52 – 55 mpg on this hoss.
My opinon; Kawasaki is the only way to go!