Motorcycle reviews

Manufacturer Royal Enfield Production 2016-Present Class dual-purpose Engine 411 cc (25.1 cu in) LS410, Air-cooled single-cylinder 4-stroke, SOHC, Fuel Injection / 452 cc (27.6 cu in) DOHC, liquid-cooled, 4 valves Bore / stroke 78 mm × 86 mm (3.1 in × 3.4 in) 84 mm × 81.5 mm (3.31 in × 3.21 in) Compression ratio 9.5:1 11.5:1 Ignition type electronic ignition Transmission 5 speed, manual Suspension Front – telescopic; rear – monoshock Brakes Front – 300 mm disc with 2-piston floating caliper; back – 240 mm disc with single piston caliper; ABS as standard Weight 182 kg (dry) 200 kg (439 lbs) (wet) Fuel capacity ~15L Show less

The 2104 Honda CB100 motorcycle is a timeless classic which exhibits all the qualities a motorcycle should have. The ride, the look the feel and the sound are just perfect. No other motorcycle that I have owned makes me feel the way I do when I ride it. I can sit and stare at this motorcycle for all the classic details it contains. Black on black does not get any better than this folks. Those individuals that love motorcycles the way that I do will know exactly what I'm describing. Show less

Excellent motorcycle, extremely reliable, comfortable ride with forward controls and mini Apes. Always kept up with maintenance. This bike made it to Sturgis 2012 and back to Seattle. Helping my mother in CA selling the bike there. Have title and will have bill of sale for the buyer. Bike is located in Milpitas CA at the moment. Will sell for 6000. Show less

This motorcycle could turn a quick ride to the corner store into a cross-country road trip in the blink of an eye. The most comfortable ride ever...It feels like your floating. It has a light, nimble frame for easy handling. Detachable windshield and lockable saddlebags for the open road. The seat is so comfortable you can ride all day. And a low center of gravity coupled with suspension that lets you ride through tight city traffic and twisting miles of highway with equal ease. The best mountain drives ever....Fire it up and see where it takes you. Show less

This is the 2nd GL1800 I've owned and sadly my last due only to age (for me, not the bike). Easily the best all-around bike I've ever owned, and definitely the king of long-haul comfort. Likes include a level of equipment and capabilities that still lead the pack compared to many later model touring bikes. Comfortable as an armchair and with addition of air wings, equally as quiet and comfortable for the passenger. With heated seats and grips, plus an adjustable hot air redirect to the feet, this is as comfortable as Winter riding gets. Dislikes are few: obviously, the wired intercom and sound system is dated nowadays and spare parts and cables are getting tougher to find. While the bike is very agile, even at low speeds, it still weighs close to 1,000 pounds fully loaded, and you'll feel every bit of that if it tilts over too far at slow speeds. I'm not going to deduct stars for this - heck, it's a 1.8L bike! If I was 10 years younger, and urban riding hadn't become so crazy where I live, I'd never sell - this is the only bike I've ever owned where I have never, not once, felt envy at the sight of another bike, other than the latest model Gold Wing. Show less

I've been riding for over 54 years. From off road woods machines, motocross, hair scrambles, standard modified 70's street, sport bikes, adventure, and so on. I was introduced to the GS style 25 yrs. ago. Long story short; this is my 4th GS. This bike I picked up after having a 2014 GS. The 2012 is the most reliable bike that BMW ever made. It's the K25 engine that is bullet proof. The handling and performance are equal to anyone that wants to ride; not show. This machine is made for miles and really don't want to let it go. It will take you anywhere with a want to do it again. Show less

I love the power of this machine. No matter the gear I'm in, it always has a very smooth acceleration feel to it. The gear shifts are precise and I've never missed a gear. Tires are close to needing replacing, willing to work with overall price to help. Other than minor nicks and chips, the bike is in very good condition. Show less

The V7 line is such an easy motorcycle to ride comfortably until you arrive at the 70mph mark, then it's too light and without the power and/or braking needed to ride safely at that speed. I have the rare Stornello scambler trim (not the Special) with a facotry two-up Pipe and it gets consistent compliments. The engine/transmission/shaft drive are wonderful and the bike starts every time! It sips gas unless you are really cracking the throttle wide open. The bike is fairly simple making it easy to work on, and/or easy to find a mechanic who is willing to work on the bike for you. The frame rake/travel and the rim selections 17/18 make this a good all around ride. I replaced the stock tires with Bridgestone Battleax AX41S tires and that improved the ride significantly. The V7 has undergone performance improvements since 2016, with the most notable occurring in 2020 when the 750 engine was replaced by an 850 engine with more HP and Torque! Sadly Guzzi has not built the V7 in the Stornello trim since 2016. That said, they always have a nice trim selection and this year they have a Corsa trim that is just beautiful! You really can't go wrong with the V7 if you want a nice all around bike that is reliable and fun to ride. Show less

Out of 19 motorcycles I've owned, the 2005 VTR1000 (also known as the Honda Superhawk 996) is the lightest, thinest, most powerful, best-handling, canyon carver I've ever ridden. I'm 6' 0", 185 lbs. For me, the forward-leaning riding position, with a Corbin seat is extremely comfortable. The stock front forks and a Olin rear shock work perfectly with all road conditions. It soaks up bumps like they are not there. The engine is used as part of the frame which makes the whole chassis very ridged so hard cornering is effortless, and fun. I've never ridden a bike that handles better than this Superhawk 996. The engine has so much torque that you can stay in fourth gear from 40 to 120 mph in the canyons with it red lining about 9,500 RPM. You can easily change the exhaust from low and slightly tilted up to high and exiting next to the license plate like the VTR race bikes. The unique radiator setup, one on each side of the bike, keep the engine temperature between 175 and 220 degrees, and keep the bike very thin and easily maneuverable. The gas tank is thin and small and only holds about 5 gallons so the refill interval is about 100 miles, not good for touring but just fine for short trips blasting through your favorite canyon. Show less

Motorcycle with lots of power and fun to ride. Not as maneuverable as a dirt bike but still very capable on gravel roads and double tracks. I rode the Smokey Mountain 500 on this bike and had no problems crossing creeks or on the yellow loop. Some parts of the yellow loop were at the limit of my skills on this bike (muddy and rutted climb and single track section). Getting to the start of your off road adventure is a breeze. I have no problem with the fact that it has no traction control, you just have to control your wrist, that’s all the traction control you need.😂 Show less