In an era where a few motorcycles bring happiness without hype. These ten motorcycles don’t lead horsepower lists, but they provide exciting rides, useful features, and solid value. From agile dual‑sports to feature‑packed cruisers, each should get a look for the real-world performance it provides.

CFMoto 450NK

CFMoto’s 450NK packs a punch with its 449 cc parallel‑twin engine producing 50 HP and 28.8 lb‑ft torque. It comes equipped with Bosch fuel injection, slipper clutch, dual USB charging, and a 5‑inch TFT display with Bluetooth RideSync. At $5,399, it outguns the KTM 390 Duke on paper, but doesn’t make a splash.

Kawasaki KLX300

The Kawasaki KLX300 retails for $5,499 and is a light dual‑sport hero. Its 292 cc liquid‑cooled single sparkles off‑trail, and a six‑speed transmission and spark arrestor predestine it for the trail. It forgoes ABS and traction control but wins big at simplicity and enjoyment.

Moto Morini Calibro 700

At $5,999, Moto Morini’s Calibro 700 cruiser surprises with a 693 cc parallel‑twin producing 69 HP and 50.1 lb‑ft torque. It includes ABS, slipper clutch, and belt final drive—low maintenance for long rides. It offers cruiser comfort and features at a smart price.

CFMoto 675SS

At $7,999, the CFMoto 675SS is a mid-size sportbike with technology galore: 95 HP inline‑three motor, dual‑channel ABS, traction control, quick‑shifter, KYB suspension, TPMS, steering damper, and a 5‑inch Bluetooth TFT. It’s on par with superbikes for a tiny fraction of the cost.

Kove 800X Pro

Chinese company Kove Moto’s 800X Pro, priced at $10,999, is a road-legal adventure bike with high-end fundamentals. While information here is short and sweet, it offers fully adjustable suspension, ABS, traction control, cruise control, quick-shifter, TFT display and light weight, troubling established competitors.

Honda CB1000 Hornet SP

Honda’s CB1000 Hornet SP mates liter-class power with street-oriented practicality. At less than 129 HP, Ohlins suspension, Brembo brakes, slipper clutch, two-way quick-shifter, and full electronics package—it provides high-end performance without trailer-queen silliness.

Honda NT1100 DCT

The NT1100 DCT sport-tourer begins at $11,899. Powered by its 1,084 cc parallel twin, 100 HP, and 82 lb‑ft torque, it takes Africa Twin DNA. The selling point is its dual‑clutch automatic gearbox—a novelty in this segment—along with spacious touring capability for rider and pillion.

Suzuki Boulevard M109R BOSS

Suzuki Boulevard M109R BOSS is a sub-$16,000 full-size cruiser that won’t change. Its 1,783 cc parallel‑twin produces 127 HP and 118 lb‑ft torque. It employs shaft drive and GSXR-grade brakes, with raw cruiser power in an old-school package.

Ducati Hypermotard 698

At $13,195, Ducati’s Hypermotard 698 is a fiery middleweight. Its 659 cc desmodromic single pumps out 77.5 HP at 9,750 RPM. Light, agile, with a trellis frame and electronics, it offers superbike thrills in a small‑package dirt supermoto style.

BMW R 18

BMW’s R 18 cruiser, starting at $15,395, is a declaration of toughness. Its enormous 1,802 cc boxer twin makes 91 HP and a wide 120 lb‑ft torque at a mere 3,000 RPM. With naked shaft drive and retro looks, it brings full‑sized cruiser presence in tidy, German‑engineered packaging.