- Ultimate Motorcycling https://ultimatemotorcycling.com/riding-style/cruiser/ Motorcycle Reviews, News on Motorcycles, Specs, Test & Race Results Sat, 23 Sep 2023 07:12:01 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.3.1 https://ultimatemotorcycling.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/01/cropped-UMC_LOGO_512x512-140x140.jpg - Ultimate Motorcycling https://ultimatemotorcycling.com/riding-style/cruiser/ 32 32 2023 Indian Sport Chief Review [9 Fast Facts] https://ultimatemotorcycling.com/2023/09/23/2023-indian-sport-chief-review-9-fast-facts/ Sat, 23 Sep 2023 07:12:01 +0000 https://ultimatemotorcycling.com/?p=269971 Indian seemed to have the sport side of its lineup covered by the FTRs and the Challenger—that latter provides the basis of the King of the Baggers race bikes. The Chief platform seemed comfortably entrenched in traditional cruisers and light-duty baggers. However, someone at Indian had bigger ideas, and the 2023 Indian Sport Chief is […]

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]]> 2024 Kawasaki Eliminator Review [13 Fast Facts] https://ultimatemotorcycling.com/2023/09/17/2024-kawasaki-eliminator-review-13-fast-facts/ Mon, 18 Sep 2023 04:14:57 +0000 https://ultimatemotorcycling.com/?p=269788 The Kawasaki Eliminator has been offered in many different forms since the name debuted with the Eliminator 900 in 1985. This latest bearer of the power-cruiser banner, the 2024 Kawasaki Eliminator, is a gem powered by a 451cc twin, designed to suit the needs of new riders and those who seek the joy of an […]

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]]> 2024 Honda Shadow Phantom Review [9 Fast Facts] https://ultimatemotorcycling.com/2023/09/14/2024-honda-shadow-phantom-review-9-fast-facts/ Thu, 14 Sep 2023 22:43:23 +0000 https://ultimatemotorcycling.com/?p=269719 Although the Rebel lineup gets most of the Honda cruiser attention these days, the 41-year-old Shadow V-twins are still around, and people continue to buy the latest iterations—the Phantom and the Aero. Both are powered by a liquid-cooled 745cc engine and are priced between the Rebel 500 and 1100. The Shadows had become something of […]

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]]> 2023 BMW R 18 Classic Review [Big Boxer Experience] https://ultimatemotorcycling.com/2023/08/18/2023-bmw-r-18-classic-review-big-boxer-experience/ Fri, 18 Aug 2023 21:59:40 +0000 https://ultimatemotorcycling.com/?p=269037 Taste or attraction can be a peculiar thing, and that might explain why I basically ignored BMW Motorrad’s lineup of R 18 bikes for almost three years. Now, upon rumination, I find them irresistible. I think my penchant for sport and sport-touring bikes fogged my vision, and it took some saddle time to overcome this […]

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]]> 2023 Indian Chief Bobber Dark Horse Review [Urban Ripper] https://ultimatemotorcycling.com/2023/08/09/2023-indian-chief-bobber-dark-horse-review-urban-ripper/ Wed, 09 Aug 2023 23:58:18 +0000 https://ultimatemotorcycling.com/?p=268775 The 2023 Indian Chief Bobber Dark Horse is a way to display plenty of attitude while getting around town. With your fists in the air, the big air-cooled Thunderstroke 116 V-twin motor, fat tires, and bobbed fenders, the Indian Chief Bobber Dark Horse is a no-holds-barred attention-grabbing device, both aurally and visually. Of course, from […]

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]]> 2023 Harley-Davidson Breakout 117 Review [9 Urban Fast Facts] https://ultimatemotorcycling.com/2023/08/06/2023-harley-davidson-breakout-117-review-9-urban-fast-facts/ Mon, 07 Aug 2023 06:50:35 +0000 https://ultimatemotorcycling.com/?p=268687 After a two-year break on home soil, the Breakout is back. Happily, the muscular urban cruiser is brawnier and more comfortable than ever. Still, it retains its dual missions—going fast in a straight line and making you look good at any speed. We hit the streets of Los Angeles and did both, finding out exactly […]

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]]> 2023 Electric Motorcycles Buyers Guide From A to Z [30+ Brands] https://ultimatemotorcycling.com/2023/08/01/2023-electric-motorcycles-buyers-guide-from-a-to-z-30-brands/ Wed, 02 Aug 2023 04:59:59 +0000 https://ultimatemotorcycling.com/?p=268614 I recently took a look at some of the aspects of the ever-growing electric motorcycle story with my commentary, “Will electric motorcycles ever own the road?” With scooters, mini-bikes, ultralight off-road-only dirt bikes, classic conventional street bikes, white-knuckle-fast sport bikes, adventure motorcycles, and even heavyweight baggers on the market, there is e-cycle for almost any […]

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]]> Sena Impulse Review [Smart Modular Motorcycle Helmet] https://ultimatemotorcycling.com/2023/07/06/sena-impulse-review-smart-modular-motorcycle-helmet/ Thu, 06 Jul 2023 13:49:58 +0000 https://ultimatemotorcycling.com/?p=267564 The new Sena Impulse Modular Helmet is a comfortable, intermediate oval modular helmet. It also has Sena’s easy-to-connect Mesh Intercom integrated into the shell, along with a long-life battery, and taillight. Sena Technologies has teamed up with Harman Kardon to provide a concert hall audio experience that has me wearing the Impulse at my desk, […]

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]]> 2024 Honda Shadow Aero First Look [Fast Facts] https://ultimatemotorcycling.com/2023/06/07/2024-honda-shadow-aero-first-look-fast-facts/ Wed, 07 Jun 2023 07:52:00 +0000 https://ultimatemotorcycling.com/?p=266776 While its sibling, the Shadow Phantom, received a significant reworking for 2024, the 2024 Honda Shadow Aero only gets one of the updates—the new 276mm rear disc brake. Fortunately, that’s the most functional of the updates, as it is a considerable improvement over the previous drum brake. It also allows the optional ABS to work […]

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]]> 2024 Kawasaki Eliminator First Look [A Dozen Fast Facts] https://ultimatemotorcycling.com/2023/06/06/2024-kawasaki-eliminator-first-look-a-dozen-fast-facts/ Tue, 06 Jun 2023 13:01:29 +0000 https://ultimatemotorcycling.com/?p=266729 The Kawasaki Z400 has a new pro-street style big brother—the 2024 Kawasaki Eliminator. It marks a return of the Eliminator name, which was first used by Kawasaki in 1985. Kawasakis using the moniker have ranged in size from 125cc to 1000cc with engine configurations including singles, parallel twins, V-twins, and inline-fours. So, let’s see what […]

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]]> 2024 BMW R 18 Roctane Test [100th Anniversary Alpine Ride] https://ultimatemotorcycling.com/2023/06/01/2024-bmw-r-18-roctane-test-100th-anniversary-alpine-ride/ Fri, 02 Jun 2023 02:41:48 +0000 https://ultimatemotorcycling.com/?p=266622 One easy thumb press on the starter button with the fob in my pocket brings to life the familiar roar of the massive Big Boxer powerplant. Its unmistakable sound, accompanied by the left tugging torque surge of the engine, reminds me right away that this motorcycle is another R 18 variant featuring the colossal 1802cc […]

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]]> 2024 Honda Shadow Phantom First Look [A Dozen Fast Facts] https://ultimatemotorcycling.com/2023/05/31/2024-honda-shadow-phantom-first-look-a-dozen-fast-facts/ Wed, 31 May 2023 07:44:36 +0000 https://ultimatemotorcycling.com/?p=266558 As the Honda Shadow line starts its fifth decade of production, the Phantom iteration gets its first update since its introduction in 2010. While the fuel-injected 745cc liquid-cooled SOHC 52-degree V-twin with its unusual three-valve/two-spark-plug heads remains unchanged, this is indisputably a significant year in the model’s evolution. Here’s what the 2024 Honda Shadow Phantom […]

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]]> 2023 Harley-Davidson Electra Glide Highway King Review https://ultimatemotorcycling.com/2023/05/18/2023-harley-davidson-electra-glide-highway-king-review/ Fri, 19 May 2023 05:36:26 +0000 https://ultimatemotorcycling.com/?p=266223 After hitting the ball out of the park with two previous installments—the 2021 Harley-Davidson Electra Glide Revival and the Low Rider El Diablo last year—The Motor Company brings us a third member of the Icons Collection. The 2023 Harley-Davidson Electra Glide Highway King channels the 1968 FLH Electra Glide with fantastic aesthetic results. Of course, […]

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]]> 2023 Honda Shadow Phantom Buyer’s Guide [Specs, Colors] https://ultimatemotorcycling.com/2023/05/13/2023-honda-shadow-phantom-buyers-guide-specs-colors/ Sun, 14 May 2023 01:23:03 +0000 https://ultimatemotorcycling.com/?p=266082 Timelessly popular and highly successful as an affordable urban cruiser, the 2023 Honda Shadow Phantom is unchanged from the previous iteration. This is the 40th anniversary of the Shadow series, and many features on the latest Phantom will be very familiar to riders of the 1983 model. The engine is a liquid-cooled 52-degree V-twin. The […]

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]]> 2024 BMW R 18 Roctane First Look [10 Urban Bagger Fast Facts] https://ultimatemotorcycling.com/2023/05/11/2024-bmw-r-18-roctane-first-look/ Thu, 11 May 2023 15:00:35 +0000 https://ultimatemotorcycling.com/?p=266013 There is now a fifth member of the BMW R 18 family, and it brings with it a custom attitude. The 2024 BMW R 18 Roctane takes the Big Box motor and positions itself as a windshield-free bagger ready to prowl urban environs. Let’s see what the new Roctane is all about. BMW gave the […]

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]]> Indian Springfield Dark Horse Project Bike [Personalizing A Winner] https://ultimatemotorcycling.com/2023/05/07/indian-springfield-dark-horse-project-bike-personalizing-a-winner/ Mon, 08 May 2023 05:41:25 +0000 https://ultimatemotorcycling.com/?p=265981 My riding buddies don’t get me. We have all been riding and buying the same flavor of motorcycles for a long time now. ADV bikes, scramblers, and retro European bikes have been our bikes of choice, and we have not even bothered with touring bikes, sportbikes, and, especially, cruisers. Last year, I had the pleasure of […]

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]]> 2023 Harley-Davidson Nightster Buyer’s Guide [Specs, Prices] https://ultimatemotorcycling.com/2023/05/07/2023-harley-davidson-nightster-buyers-guide-specs-prices/ Sun, 07 May 2023 10:16:02 +0000 https://ultimatemotorcycling.com/?p=265955 The 2023 Harley-Davidson Nightster returns unchanged this year. That means it still features the spirited Revolution Max 975T powerplant—a liquid-cooled 60-degree V-twin with a DOHC architecture with variable intake cam timing. The result is the production of 90 horsepower at 7500 rpm and a muscular 70 ft-lbs of torque at 5000 rpm, all run through […]

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]]> Cortech Bully Gloves Review [Short Cuff Leather Hand Protection] https://ultimatemotorcycling.com/2023/05/04/cortech-bully-gloves-review-short-cuff-leather-hand-protection/ Fri, 05 May 2023 05:30:01 +0000 https://ultimatemotorcycling.com/?p=265896 Cortech has a line of street gear under the Boulevard Collective title that focuses on urban riding, rather than apparel for track day or hardcore sport riding. Even when riding at city speeds, one of the key items in any rider’s gear set is quality riding gloves. The Cortech Bully short cuff leather gloves providing-performance […]

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]]> 2023 Honda Rebel 1100T DCT Review [16 Fast Facts] https://ultimatemotorcycling.com/2023/05/02/2023-honda-rebel-1100t-dct-review-16-fast-facts/ Wed, 03 May 2023 06:46:49 +0000 https://ultimatemotorcycling.com/?p=265834 Once upon a time, there were various Honda cruisers that also served as touring platforms. However, it has taken until 2023 for a touring variant to make its way into the three-bike Rebel lineup of contemporary cruisers. Although the 2023 Honda Rebel 1100T DCT doesn’t compete with serious touring motorcycles, it is a bagger designed […]

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]]> 2023 BMW R 18 Buyer’s Guide [Prices, Colors, Specs, Photos] https://ultimatemotorcycling.com/2023/05/01/2023-bmw-r-18-buyers-guide-prices-colors-specs-photos/ Tue, 02 May 2023 02:20:16 +0000 https://ultimatemotorcycling.com/?p=265793 The Big Boxer returns in its most basic form—the 2023 BMW R 18. Powered by a torque-biased 1800cc air-cooled opposed twin with pushrod valve actuation that puts our 116 ft-lbs of force at just 3000 rpm, the prodigious engine dominates your attention. Fortunately, there is more to the 2023 BMW R 18, as it is […]

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]]> 2023 Harley-Davidson CVO Road Glide First Look [All-New] https://ultimatemotorcycling.com/2023/04/27/2023-harley-davidson-cvo-road-glide-first-look-all-new/ Thu, 27 Apr 2023 07:18:44 +0000 https://ultimatemotorcycling.com/?p=265712 The stunning all-new 2023 Harley-Davidson CVO Road Glide is being teased by The Motor Company. While we don’t have specs or many details, there’s still plenty to look at and talk about. We’ll also hear from Harley-Davidson executives about this revolutionary new Custom Vehicle Operations motorcycle, released jointly with the 2023 CVO Street Glide. The […]

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]]> 2023 Harley-Davidson CVO Street Glide Revealed [First Look] https://ultimatemotorcycling.com/2023/04/26/2023-harley-davidson-cvo-street-glide-revealed-first-look/ Wed, 26 Apr 2023 19:54:20 +0000 https://ultimatemotorcycling.com/?p=265686 Update: We now have full coverage of the new 2023 Harley-Davidson CVO Street Glide, including specs, prices, and plenty of photos. The 2023 Harley-Davidson CVO Street Glide will go down in The Motor Company’s history as yet another turning point in the touring segment. It features a new iteration of the iconic batwing fairing, along […]

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]]> 2023 Harley-Davidson Fat Bob 114 Buyer’s Guide [Specs, Prices] https://ultimatemotorcycling.com/2023/04/10/2023-harley-davidson-fat-bob-114-buyers-guide-specs-prices/ Tue, 11 Apr 2023 06:19:05 +0000 https://ultimatemotorcycling.com/?p=265335 This motorcycle is a naked display of power and potency. It features a Milwaukee-Eight 114 motor that sends 118 ft-lbs to torque to a meaty 180mm Dunlop Harley-Davidson D429 rear tire. The inverted fork has cartridge internals, and a pair of 300mm discs are ready to help slow the 2023 Harley-Davidson Fat Bob 114 down, […]

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]]> 2022 Harley-Davidson Heritage Classic 114 Review https://ultimatemotorcycling.com/2023/03/20/2022-harley-davidson-heritage-classic-114-review/ Tue, 21 Mar 2023 06:21:46 +0000 https://ultimatemotorcycling.com/?p=264813 ’Twas the day before Christmas in Southern California, and the sun was shining. A 2022 Harley-Davidson Heritage Classic 114 was sitting in my garage, and it was begging for a ride. It had been a cold and stormy December, limiting my riding options. I had a touring review of this dual-purpose Softail in mind, but […]

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]]> 2023 Harley-Davidson Road Glide Special Review [120th Edition] https://ultimatemotorcycling.com/2023/03/16/2023-harley-davidson-road-glide-special-review-120th-edition/ Thu, 16 Mar 2023 07:59:28 +0000 https://ultimatemotorcycling.com/?p=264723 One of the rides I enjoy most as Editor of Ultimate Motorcycling is heading home after picking up a test bike for the first time. Harley-Davidson’s fleet center is about 35 miles of urban sprawl from my home, at least as the crow flies. However, when my hands are on the grips, that ride can […]

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