A cruiser bike is more than a motorcycle; it is like a god – commanding such a following across the world that even the fancy sports motorcycles have not managed to command. If you have had a chance to experience the strong wind in the open road, then you know what I mean. Once you get on the road, there is no turning back.
The large comfortable seat right below the fuel tank, the handlebars reaching back to you, and the reduced strain on both arms and the entire body are some of the features that define a cruiser motorcycle that has been built for its purpose.
Cruisers are all about the long-distance rides, the vast stretches of miles you can ride before finally deciding to take a rest. Cruisers are not like the speed monsters for buzzing through the street in the morning as you rush to beat the traffic to your office. Here are 10 of the best power cruiser-bikes the world has ever seen.
10 Harley-Davidson Softail Deluxe
Harley-Davidson is known worldwide as a top producer of high-end road beasts – and this list starts with a Harley. The Harley-Davidson Softail Deluxe comes with the latest Harley engine, the Milwaukee-8 107. The Milwaukee gives the Softail Deluxe a soft and comfortable riding experience with less vibration. And it does it without sacrificing torque.
9 Ducati XDiavel
Ducati says that the XDiavel is a slow bike, but only because they compare it with their traditional speed-focused motorcycles. It has a modern design, just like many other Ducati Motorcycles, but its riding position is 100% a cruiser. The Ducati XDiavel is an excellent slow-driving machine that can take you miles away before you feel a pinch of getting tired.
While we say it is a slow Ducati, the XDiavel comes with a potent 1262cc powertrain that can produce 152 horsepower. The XDiavel is the perfect choice if you are looking for a cruiser with a modern touch in the design.
8 Indian Scout
Polaris is still holding strong even after closing down Victory, and the Indian Scout takes it a step ahead. With a massive 1130cc v-twin engine producing 100 horses of power, the Indian Scout is all about performance and riding experience. It comes with all the aesthetics expected from a cruiser of its caliber. While it looks heavy and stylish, the Indian scout is also capable of speed, and it can achieve the 0-60 mph in just 3.81 seconds.
7 Honda Fury
Traditionally, Honda is not a manufacturer of road glides; they like keeping it conservative with their usual designs. But this time, they pushed the limits of the factory, and this chopper popped out. The Honda Fury comes with such a long wheelbase stretching to almost six feet.
Its chassis is what makes it a lovely cruiser, and it features a sloping topline, which brings the handlebars right above the rider chest. The sleek, lean lines on the tank and body, and the chrome adornment highlighting the black engine cylinders make it even more beautiful. All that beauty is backed up with a potent 1300cc V-twin engine.
6 Moto Guzzi MGX-21
If you ever want to get the best out of motorcycle riding, be sure to visit an Italian dealership. Italian bikes are the best, and the Moto Guzzi MGX-21 is no less. It is an experimental model that has met all the requirements of a classic motorcycle, and one of the best cruisers of all time.
This cruiser bike with a touch of modern design comes with a potent 1380cc transverse V-twin powertrain that coughs out 97 horses of power, and 89lb.ft of torque. The Moto Guzzi MGX-21 is the perfect combination of riding comfort, reliable performance, and classy styling.
5 Triumph Bonneville Speedmaster
The Triumph Bonneville Speedmaster is the perfect comeback of the traditional American long, low, blacked-out hot-rod culture – but with a British attitude. This cruiser motorcycle is pushed through the streets by a potent 1200cc power plant.
The Speedmaster is built with some borrowed cues from the triumph’s bobber. The bobber’s rich lineage of exotic custom models gives the Bonneville Speedmaster a practical and versatile design that more attractive than ever. This is a bike that brings a rebirth of the American low blacked out long road glides, and it is perfect.
4 Kawasaki Vulcan 900 Custom
The Vulcan 900 has been around for over 30 years now, and Kawasaki is still giving it more improved features – the Kawasaki Vulcan 900 custom is the latest improvement. Compared to the Vulcan 900 classic, the Vulcan custom is a more effective cruiser thanks to the narrower seat and the different chassis design. The same liquid-cooled V-twin still powers the Kawasaki Vulcan 900 Custom.
3 Victory Vegas 8 Ball
While Victory is no longer manufacturing new motorcycles, the old ones still hold their respective places, especially in the fastest cruiser motorcycle category. The Victory Vegas 8 Ball comes with a massive 1731cc modern American muscle powertrain that produces 105 horsepower and 110lb.ft of torque. Other than being a super comfortable cruiser bike, it also among the fastest cruisers in the world.
2 Yamaha Bolt R-Spec
Yamaha Bolt R-Space is an exciting cruiser motorcycle – it is designed to grow with the rider. The bike has tons of customization options. Its large-displacement makes it a perfect cruiser motorcycle of all rider levels and promises you years of comfortable riding experience.
The potent V-twin produces enough power and torque to keep the bike cruising the streets with all effectiveness. Its lightweight gives you an agile and playful riding experience that will make you want to keep going.
1 Honda Rebel 500
The Honda rebel 500 looks massive and heavy, but it is actually the best option for cruiser lovers who prefer small and light. At only 408 pounds of weight, the Rebel 500 is mostly classified as an entry-level cruiser motorcycle. But it still is one of the best cruisers of all time.
It has a small 471cc engine that produces 46 horsepower, and 32.9 lb.—Ft of torque. The Honda rebel 500 is a perfect beginner cruiser motorcycle that is both comfortable and affordable.
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