Choosing a motorcycle usually requires you to make compromises. For example, supercars like the Ducati Panigale V4 or Yamaha R1 were designed to create fast laps. They are not the best choice for daily riding for obvious reasons. Similarly, while Harley-Davidson Pan America or Honda Gold Wings can make you trekking, they don’t make you passionate every turn.
However, manufacturers realize that not everyone wants to buy a motorcycle for a different purpose. Therefore, they developed motorcycles that are diverse in functionality rather than focusing on one aspect. We believe that a multi-purpose midsize motorcycle is the best choice for these needs. With a displacement of between 600-800cc, they are powerful enough to keep experienced riders focused while being light and easy to use, making them easy to use for beginner riders. Whether it’s galloping on the highway, shuttled through the mountains, or shuttled through traffic, these multi-purpose motorcycles are competent and affordable.
To provide you with the latest and most accurate information, the data used in the writing this article comes from authoritative sources such as Yamaha Motorsports, Honda Powersports, Triumph USA, Suzuki Cycles and the official websites of other manufacturers.
10. Spring Breeze Motorcycle Ibex 800E
Price: $10,299
CFMoto may be a newcomer to the US market, but with its diverse and cost-effective products, it has successfully attracted many attention. One of the products is the Ibex 800E. Unlike when it was first launched, the Ibex 800 now has only one version, optimized for both road and off-road performance. Among the numerous mid-size adventure motorcycles, the Ibex 800E stands out with its charming styling, the strong performance of the KTM-derived 799cc side-by-side twin-cylinder engine, and its unique configuration. It even comes with a radar located at the rear, which allows practical safety features such as blind spot monitoring.
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9. Suzuki V-Strom 800
Price: $10,109
In Suzuki’s adventure motorcycle series, the V-Strom 800 is located between the V-Strom 650 and the V-Strom 1050. It uses a side-by-side twin engine, unlike the V-twin engine on its smaller and larger brother models. That being said, the 776cc liquid-cooled engine uses a 270-degree ignition sequence, helping to mimic some of the V-Twin characteristics on other V-Stroms. Suzuki offers four versions of the V-Strom 800 – Standard, Travel, DE and DE Adventure Editions. As the name suggests, the Basic and Travel Editions focus on the road, with 19-inch front and 17-inch rear wheels. The DE and DE Adventure Editions are equipped with 21/17-inch wheels. In addition, the top-end version is equipped with fully adjustable long-travel suspension for better off-road capability.
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8. Triumph Tiger Sport 660
Price: $9,965
This is Triumph’s mid-displacement motorcycle, which was slightly upgraded last year. After the upgrade, the Tiger Sport 660 comes standard with curved ABS anti-lock braking system (ABS), a new “sport” mode, a two-way fast shift lever and smartphone connectivity. It continues to be powered by a Triumph 660cc liquid-cooled inline three-cylinder engine that delivers 81 horsepower and 47 pound-feet of torque. This adventure tour motorcycle features a tubular steel frame and is suspended by a USD fork and a monoshock. The 4.5-gallon fuel tank capacity makes it a versatile motorcycle suitable for road trips and city rides. Additionally, the 5.9-inch suspension travel allows it to cope with some off-road conditions.
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7. Honda CBR650R Electronic Clutch
Price: $9,899
The Honda CBR650R is one of the few sport motorcycles that strike a good balance between performance and daily riding. Its 649cc liquid-cooled inline four-cylinder engine performs well, while its relatively comfortable ergonomic design ensures you don’t have to endure the back pain caused by night shifts. Honda introduced electronic clutch technology to the motorcycle in a previous update. It is essentially a smart version of the fast shifter. When enabled, you don’t have to work on the clutch when you downshift, upshift, or even start from a standstill. All in all, the CBR650R is a high-end sports bike with modern features such as a 5-inch LCD display, smartphone connectivity and traction control.
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6. Suzuki GSX-8R
Price: $9,699
Suzuki GSX-8R adheres to the same philosophy as the CBR650R. Unlike Honda, however, this mid-displacement sport motorcycle is more focused on sports travel than track tools. To achieve this, Suzuki equipped the GSX-8R with the same engine as the V-Strom 800 you read about. It shares the chassis with its fellow brother GSX-8S. Given its sport motorcycle pedigree, this fairing brother model comes with Showa suspension for increased flexibility and feedback performance. In terms of on-board technology, it is equipped with Suzuki intelligent driving system, which includes traction control, two-way fast gear shifting, multiple driving modes and other functions.
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5. Yamaha MT-07
Price: $8,599
This is Yamaha’s most popular naked car and it’s true. It combines the versatility and comfort of a naked car, as well as the performance and reliability of a Yamaha 689cc liquid-cooled parallel twin-cylinder engine. This engine is also used on the R7 and Tenere 700, and is known for its healthy low- and medium-speed performance, allowing you to easily navigate the MT-07. After the latest upgrade, the appearance and texture of the MT-07 are more high-end, with a futuristic look and modern configuration. Yamaha also equipped this sport bare car with USD forks, new rotary forging hubs and top double quad piston radial-mount calipers for enhanced driving experience.
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4. Triumph Trident 660
Price: $8,595
Triumph’s retro convertible sports car has a pretty eye-catching look, especially with a new paint introduced in the latest upgrade. In addition to all the new features of the Tiger Sport 660, the Trident 660 is equipped with cruise control for a relaxing and cozy road cruising experience. Its core power comes from the 660cc liquid-cooled three-cylinder engine, and its tuning is consistent with its Expedition Travel Edition brothers. For those owners who don’t like the MT-07’s futuristic look, the Trident 660 has stronger performance and higher specification hardware, such as the Showa suspension system, is a great choice.
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3. Honda CB750 Bumblebee
Price: $7,999
The basic configuration of the CB750 Hornet is the same as the MT-07 and Trident 660, but it looks simpler than its main competitors. However, Hornet outperforms its competitors in many other ways. The performance of the 755cc liquid-cooled side-by-side twin-cylinder engine is the strongest of the three. Additionally, it has a seat height of 31.3 inches, down from the MT-07 and Trident 660. Another advantage of the Hornet is its larger 4-gallon fuel tank capacity and longer wheelbase, which gives it more endurance. In terms of electronics, it is comparable to its peers, with some unique features such as front wheel ground control and engine braking mode.
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2. Kawasaki Vulcan S
Price: $7,399
The Vulcan S was first launched in 2015 and it has a huge change compared to the Vulcan models we were familiar with in the past. The Vulcan S uses a high-speed parallel twin-cylinder engine, unlike its predecessor model’s low-power, high-torque V-twin engine. Kawasaki positioned the Vulcan S as a sport cruiser because its power comes from the Ninja 650 and Z650. Of course, Kawasaki made changes to the engine interior to suit the cruiser characteristics of the Vulcan S. The Vulcan mid-low seats, mid-pedals and high handlebars make the riding posture easier and more comfortable. However, it lacks some modern features and is equipped with only a semi-digital instrument cluster and an optional ABS anti-lock system.
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1. Royal Enfield Bear 650
Price: $6,849
The Bear 650 is the long-awaited upgrade of Interceptor 650. As an all-around motorcycle in the Royal Enfield 650 twin-cylinder motorcycle, it is now our top pick. It looks and feels more upscale while retaining the retro style we are familiar with on Royal Enfield motorcycles. The on-board technology is also more modern, with the Bear 650 borrowing the Himalayan 450’s refreshing TFT and switchable ABS. At its core is the familiar 649cc air-cooled/oil-cooled side-by-side twin-cylinder engine, but it produces more peak torque on this motorcycle. Royal Enfield also gives the Bear 650 more off-road capability, with a stronger frame and a 19/17-inch wheel setup, while the Interceptor 650 has 18-inch wheels at both ends.
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