5 Best Lightweight Cruiser Motorcycles

5Harley-Davidson ABS Sportster Iron 883

Weight: 256 kg (564 lb)

This is another lightweight cruiser bike from HD. Featuring a V-twin engine, one is not surprised by the noise and rumble this motorcycle makes.

If you have owned a Harley Davidson motorcycle or have seen some around, you can testify to their excellent design, and the Iron 833 is no different.

4Harley-Davidson Street 750 ABS

Weight: 220 kg (480 lb) (claimed) (wet)

Harley Davidson is one of the big brands in the motorcycle industry, and this is one of their best lightweight products currently on the market.

Though it is not the most lightweight motorcycle in town, HD Street 750 is not a deal-breaker with a weight of 500 pounds.

Many reviewer have said this product from Harley Davison is one of the best motorcycles for beginner riders. This is true considering its light clutch and a smooth-shifting transmission.

3Honda Rebel 500

Weight: Weighing just 185 kg/408 lb (187 kg/414 lb for the ABS model)

This is a bit heavier than the Honda Rebel 300 version. Just like its lighter version, Rebel 500 has also experienced several changes against the older version. Honda Rebel 500 makes provision for the display of gear position on the dash. This lightweight cruiser features a fuel sensor, which indicates the fuel level.

To enhance a hitch-free experience while on a long trip, the seat has also been modified to offer comfortable accommodation. About the engine, this lightweight cruiser motorcycle features 471cc, which makes it great for both street duties and longer trips.

2Suzuki Boulevard S40

Weight: 173 kg (381 lb) (wet)

The bike was introduced to the market with the name “LS650 Savage”.

You might want to mistake this for Boulevard M10R, which is a similar but a bigger product form Suzuki. The two products are quite different. Besides its lightweight feature, Boulevard S40 features a great style that makes it an excellent choice for beginners looking forward to promoting from entry-level.

One challenge often faced by motorcycle owners is the difficulty of sourcing for aftermarket parts. This product makes provision for that as it has enough aftermarket parts. Since the bike does not have ABS, it is affordable for those on a low budget.

1Honda Rebel 300

Weight: Weighing just 165 kg/364 lb(168 kg/370 lb for the ABS model)

The first version of the Honda Rebel cruiser bike was the CMX250C, which dominated the US market in the 80s.

Following the thread of innovations in the automotive industry, Honda upgraded the old version to birth the Honda Rebel 300, which now features 283cc against 234cc. The new version has witnessed a significant turnaround in terms of style and performance, such that a slipper clutch is introduced to reduce the clutch-lever operation by 30%.

In terms of look, the LED headlight gives the bike an excellent look to stand out among its contemporary lightweight cruiser motorcycles. The taillight and turn signals are also eye-catching. To provide choices of weight to riders, there is another version – the 2020 Honda Rebel 500 – which is heavier than the 300 version.