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Jul 5, 2022 · 9 - NIU [1.0 million sales]The first of two all-electric manufacturers inside this top ten, NIU has made huge strides over the last 12 months. Already a big hit in its native China, NIU’s mammoth 76% growth in 2021 was helped by the growing shift towards electric scooters in Asia and increasing popularity of such models in Europe …
The Top 10 Lightest Motorcycles of 2024 - Visordown
Jul 11, 2024 · The sole twin that slips into this list is the top-spec Extrema version of Aprilia’s gorgeous mini superbike, the 100bhp RS660. In this trim, it gets extra power and less weight (via a carbon fibre lower fairing and more) and as a result, is the best performing and only sports bike in this list – although we’d also expect Aprilia’s imminent smaller …
Top 10 best value motorcycles up to 500cc - Visordown
Dec 11, 2023 · There’s no more obvious ‘middle point’ in bike capacities than 500cc, and while most motorcycles seem to fall on either side of the magic marker, the line right down the middle represents some of the most keenly-contested - and big selling - segments.
Top 10 Best Cruiser Motorcycles of 2024 [under 1000cc] - Visordown
May 8, 2024 · If you think you’ve seen the V-Bob somewhere before, we’re not entirely surprised. It’s the biggest cruiser offering from Belgian/Vinese brand Bluroc, which was formerly called Bullit and, with an authentic looking V-twin engine, chunky styling that’s unquestionably inspired by Harley’s Fat Bob and decent dealing it does a decent job as an affordable, entry-level cruiser – …
Top 10 best low-seat adventure bikes - Visordown
Sep 17, 2024 · You might not have expected to see a ‘proper’ GS on this page (a little lower you’ll see the parallel twin-powered F800 GS), but the new R1300 GS does indeed qualify via the use of clever technology combined with an optional low seat.. The Adaptive Height Control system automatically lowers the bike below 15.5mph to 820mm, or a very accessible 800mm with the low comfort seat specced.
Top 10 middleweight sports bikes of 2024 - Visordown
Jan 29, 2024 · Poised, exotic, irresistible, the MV Agusta F3 800 represents the premium in mid-capacity sportsbikes, proving as elegant as it is raucous on the road and the track.. With the 675cc succeeded now by the larger, more powerful and altogether more suitable 798cc triple-cylinder engine, the F3 delivers a silky smooth 147bhp to outspent its rivals here and even keep up with the 1000cc big boys too.
The Top 10 Best Adventure Motorcycles of 2024 - Visordown
Aug 29, 2024 · The adventure bike class is bigger than ever for 2024 with additions such as the new BMW R1300 GS joining recent additions such as the Honda XL750 Transalp and Suzuki V-Strom 800 DE.. There is a huge degree of variety, too, with capacities (of genuine, mid-to-full-size models) ranging from 689 to 1300cc, configurations from parallel and V-twins to inline triples and V4s, specifications ...
Top 10 Motorcycles with Roofs - Visordown
May 10, 2024 · This was a concept bike that never actually got a proper unveiling. As with many of the car-bike hybrids with roofs, it’s actually got three wheels to lend a bit more stability, but unlike the firm’s CLEVER concept, on which the rear wheels and engine remained upright while the front tilts, the Simple’s rear pair also lean. The stealth fighter-esque styling is also a bonus.
Top 10 best middleweight naked motorcycles of 2024
Jan 23, 2024 · While the Honda CB650R may seem somewhat surplus to requirement with the launch of the newer, more limber Honda CB750 Hornet, it remains a worthy discerning choice in this company.. Still standing out as the only inline four-cylinder naked in the middleweight pack, the 'Neo Sports Café' styling still turns heads, while the 649cc engine offers an appealingly different character to its rivals here.