10 Motorcycles That Refuse To Go Out Of Style

Some motorcycles just have more staying power than others. As much as certain designs naturally outlive others, it is not always just about how a bike looks. It is also very much about what the bike can offer consumers. For a bike to stay on the market for a long time, it simply needs to offer a certain amount of value. All these bikes offer a significant amount of value to the right buyer, and it certainly isn’t by chance that they are still around – or in some cases, returned. Purely for the sake of variety, we limited it to one bike per brand.

Honda Monkey

MSRP: $4,349

Honda

At present, the miniMOTO segment is only growing. While other manufacturers have been slow to get something out there, Honda has been all too happy to fill the void with a wide selection of little bikes for all sizes. The Monkey serves as the retro option, and this stylish little bike has won over many fans all over the world. Just like the original, it offers new riders an easy way to learn how to ride and build confidence without compromising on style.

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Yamaha TW200

MSRP: $4,999

Yamaha

The TW200 has now been in production for several decades, and is arguably the antithesis of the aforementioned Monkey. While that bike is more of a styling exercise, it is all about functionality. With its bomb-proof air-cooled single, this little farm bike has won over fans far and wide thanks to its never-say-die attitude. Great for those learning how to ride as well as more experienced riders looking for a handy little trail bike, the trusty TW isn’t going anywhere just yet.

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Royal Enfield Himalayan

MSRP: $5,449

Royal Enfield 

Somehow, the original Himalayan is still on sale even though it has been out of production for around a year now. Although slow and underpowered, its retro charm and affordable pricing captured the imagination of many adventure enthusiasts. While it won’t be around for much longer, it proved that you don’t need to be rich to enjoy motorcycle travel, and something like that will never go out of style.

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Kawasaki KLR650

MSRP: $6,899

Kawasaki

Staying with the theme of affordable travel, the venerable KLR has been around for over three decades now. Although it might be defined as a dual-sport, its use case is far broader. This is a bike used mostly for travel and exploration all over the world. It has proven to be one of the most durable machines, able to handle the most extreme conditions, from the dry dusty deserts to frozen tundra.

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Suzuki SV650

MSRP: $7,399

Suzuki

After enduring an awkward Gladius phase (only Suzuki will ever know what that was about), the SV650 made a triumphant return back in 2017 and has been a staple in the lineup since. If we include those Gladius years (it was essentially still an SV650, just uglier) it has been around for over 25 years now. For a naked bike, or standard motorcycle, if you will, that is immense staying power.

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Ducati Scrambler Icon Dark

MSRP: $9,995

Ducati

After initially releasing a more sporty line of retro bikes, Ducati were forced to go back to the drawing board once sales fell flat. The air-cooled 803cc desmo twin proved to be the ideal platform for what has become a rather incredible success story for the brand. The Scrambler range is retro done right, and while the model has certainly evolved since its inception a decade ago, the desmo V-twin is still powering the bike into the Euro5+ era.

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Triumph Bonneville T100

MSRP: $10,995

Over the years, the T100 has evolved into the quintessential retro bike. This standard design still resonates with people all over the world, and Triumph went to great lengths to honor the original design, right down to the semi-functional cooling fins on what is a modern liquid-cooled engine. The Bonneville name has also become part of pop culture, with so many celebrities having either owned or ridden one on camera.

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Indian Scout Bobber

MSRP: $12,999

Indian Motorcycle

After spending decades getting passed around the industry, the Indian brand finally found its feet once again. Ever since Polaris relaunched the famous brand, the Scout has been a staple in the lineup. Much of the current success is thanks to the Scout range, offering an alternative to the Harleys which once completely dominated this segment. Its timeless bobbed design resonates with cruiser fans all over the world, and has become something of an icon within the industry.

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Harley-Davidson Low Rider S

MSRP: $19,999

Harley-Davidson

The latest Low Rider S is a pretty new motorcycle, but it is the West Coast style that has persevered. Other brands all have their take on this particular cruiser design, but none can ever be as authentic as a Harley. It is a style which first captured the imagination of so many several decades ago, and has remained popular right up until now.

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MV Agusta Superveloce 800

MSRP: $21,098

MV Agusta

Some years ago, Honda coined the term “neo-classic café racer” but flattered to deceive with what was essentially a lightly modified CB1000. MV Agusta didn’t attempt to steal the term, but rather built a motorcycle that is an altogether better fit. The F3 sports bike received new bodywork with classic race bike lines, and what may have started out as a limited edition motorcycle, evolved into one of the brand’s most popular models.

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