Every motorcycle has one role it plays better than any other. Touring motorcycles are the best for going to the far ends of the world; sports racing bikes are good on the track, while city commuters are perfect for daily driving. A good city commuter can maneuver the rush hour traffic with ease while maintaining manageable fuel consumption rates.

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Rather than struggling with traffic every day when driving to the office or the grocery store in an ordinary car, city dwellers can opt for one of the motorcycles featured in this list. These are bikes built with agility and safety as a priority, and have enough fun for pleasure on the road.

8 Yamaha SR400 Final Edition

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As the name indicates, the 2021 SR400 will be the final edition of this legendary motorcycle. The bike has been in production for a long, interesting 43 years. This iconic reminiscence of the classic years comes with little or no modern technology features on its lightweight chassis. It is, however, one of the best modern motorcycles with retro styling.

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Quite clearly, the SR400 Final Edition has nothing to compare or compete against its competition. Still, its 23 horsepower from a 399cc single-cylinder air-cooled engine gives it enough energy to cruise through the city streets with ease.

7 Honda Rebel 300

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The Rebel 300 is one of the greatest motorcycles Honda has built over the years. It comes with a lightweight chassis that gives the bike an overall weight of 364 pounds. Whether it’s for driving every day to the office or the grocery store, the Rebel 300 is an exciting and fun bike to ride.

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The best part with this small motorcycle is that, apart from the morning cruising to the office, it can handle right about anything you throw at it – the twisty roads or the open road, it’ll go all the way. It is comfortable and fun to ride.

6 Royal Enfield Interceptor 650

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Royal Enfield uses the Interceptor 650 to bring a blast from the past by updating a classic offering with modern touches. The Interceptor 650 comes with advanced features that enhance its performance and handling and make it safe to ride.

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The Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 is a perfect pick for cruising the open roads, maneuvering the city streets, and driving through the boulevard. This is made possible by features such as a 648cc parallel-twin engine, EMS tuning, and Bosch fuel injection. It’s not the lightest city commuter in the market, but its stainless steel engine guard makes sure the rider is safe throughout the ride.

5 Suzuki VanVan 200

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Suzuki unveiled the VanVan 200 in the 1970s for the Japanese market and then reworked it for the overseas market. Thankfully, this small motorcycle is once again available in the American market. The 282-pound bike comes with a 199cc engine, which is enough for riding in the city.

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While the latest VanVan 200 is the 2019 model, the unanswered question is whether Suzuki plans to scrap it off the market. Either way, this small bike is perfect for city cruising and suitable for the open road too.

4 Zero S

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Electric-powered motorcycles are not yet as famous as their gas-powered counterparts, but are growing very fast. Just like gas-powered bikes, electric motorcycles offer all categories, including sports and touring.

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Even though this motorcycle segment is not yet solving significant problems in the transportation industry, the Zero S makes a pretty strong case for it. The bike comes with a 46 horsepower powertrain with a range of 134 miles, which can be upgraded to close to 200 miles. It’s a perfect city cruiser for the environmentally conscious guys.

3 Kawasaki Ninja 650

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The Ninja 650 is not a small motorcycle, which makes it actually way more than anyone would need to commute the city streets. There’s, however, a lot to love about this motorcycle.

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It is powered by a performance engine, a 649cc parallel-twin that gives it enough power for the old riders and provides a gentle giant for the newbies to grow into over time. The Kawasaki Ninja 650 is the perfect motorcycle for attention seekers. Its beautiful aesthetics are sure to turn heads on the streets and highways.

2 Yamaha YZF-R3

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Yamaha builds bikes for everyone, starters as well as seasoned riders. The YZF-R3 is a sports motorcycle for beginners. Accompanying its streamlined looks is a 321cc parallel-twin engine that is good for over 40 horsepower.

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The YZF-R3 is powerful enough for the rider to power it up when the road gives way, and calm enough to cruise the streets without feeling like a helicopter on the road. This motorcycle provides aspiring racers with the opportunity to prepare for the big machines.

1 BMW G310R

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A BMW badge on a bike is a sign of high price, but the G310R is different. It is a kinder and gentler two-wheeled machine for when the bank account is not in a good place. It is a bike that allows the rider to get into and out of dense traffic snarl-ups during rush hour with ease.

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A 313cc engine powers this motorcycle, making it feel perfectly good on the go and not overpowered. It is very comfortable and reliable.