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Reviews riders are talking about
LAMSSV650 ABS
Naked · 645cc · 785mm seat
“This is a really solid, reliable bike that performs well where it matters The smoothness on the highway stands out — it feels stable and has plenty of power when you need it, which makes commuting easy and enjoyable The main challenge is the weight, especially for smaller riders. It’s not unmanageable, but it’s something you’re aware of, particularly when moving the bike around or at slower speeds”
LAMSCMX500 Rebel
Cruiser · 471cc · 690mm seat
“I picked the Rebel because the seat was low enough that I never worried about putting a foot down at the lights. It looks the part, sounds great and gave me space to grow as a rider.”
Duke 690r
Naked · 690cc · 875mm seat
“An oldy but a goody. This bike is a great find...super lightweight, plenty of power (nicknamed the scalpel) with KTM reliability. I have owned plenty of big bikes but this little single cylinder Duke really delivers.”
450MT
450MT
Adventure · 450cc · 800mm seat
“This bike will take you anywhere. Plenty of power for a relatively small cc bike.”
V85 TT
Adventure · 853cc · 830mm seat
“I passed my full test about 11 years ago, had a couple of middleweight bikes before the Moto Guzzi. With 3 panniers, and a full tank (23 litres) it weighs 230kg ish, maybe more if you’re touring with an extra backpack some heavy locks on board. I’m 5’10”, in reasonably good shape but I do find the bike can get a bit heavy. It’s just fine if you’re sitting on the motorway or A roads, but if you get onto gravel tracks, and need to regularly stop, turn round and manoeuvre the bike, then you feel the weight. Its about 80 bhp, which is plenty for me, it will cruise happily at 130kmph, and gets there quickly with enough torque at the bottom end to overtake swiftly. It’s a V twin and I love the engine tone, especially at about 5000 revs. Some good extras, cruise control, usb charger, pretty good display (although not huge) and the screen deflects most of the wind, although I’ve heard taller riders say it’s not quite enough for them although there are taller screens available. Sitting positioning is comfortable, with good visibility and passengers always say they feel comfortable and relaxed on the bike. I’ve just passed the 21,000 km mark, without any major problems. This bike has taken me all over Europe, and looked after me well along the way.”
LAMSVulcan S
Cruiser · 649cc · 705mm seat
“I bought a Vulcan when I got my licence mainly for transitting on the highway for work. I wanted a cruiser style and something large enough to have some presence. This bike delivers that and more. Firstly, it is super approachable and quite easy to ride, even as a beginner. It has great torque and due to that it's easy to avoid stalling as a beginner. It has plenty of power and grunt when needed but can also be ridden very constrained when required. Personally, I think it looks pretty bad ass, without over the top cruiser styling, you can flat foot it easily, it's not obnoxiously loud and it is easy to move as the weight of the bike is down low (not top heavy). My one complaint would be the stock seat is a bit ordinary on long rides, although I've got no complaint for around town riding.”
From the blog
If you're learning to ride a motorcycle and you're scared, congratulations. You're pretty normal.
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Fresh from the road
MT-09
Naked · 890cc · 825mm seat
“This bike thought me power and torque are seriously dangerous things. This bike can whip you up to speed in seconds and is an absolute weapon. I love her so much and am enjoying learning the curves of such a torquey girl.”
F 750 GS
F 750 GS
Adventure · 853cc · 815mm seat
“This bike gave me confidence to ride off road.”
LAMSNinja 250r
Dual Sport · 250cc · 800mm seat
“Ive always been into bikes and wanting to ride ive finally had my license for a year and here's some things I wish id known about my bike when I got it”
LAMSVirago
Cruiser · 250cc · 800mm seat
“This is a bike that I didn’t feel overpowered on. It wasn’t heavy it was comfortable and it wasn’t too big that I felt like I couldn’t control it. He gave me the confidence to understand the basics and lead to longer and more confident challenges tackled like highways. Once my skill set was at a point I felt I could confidently upgrade”
450MT
450MT
Adventure · 450cc · 800mm seat
“This bike will take you anywhere. Plenty of power for a relatively small cc bike.”
LAMSCMX500 Rebel
Cruiser · 471cc · 690mm seat
“Why the Honda CMX500 is the ultimate confidence builder 👇 Everyone calls it a "beginner bike," but honestly? It’s a confidence accelerator. After putting some real seat time in, here’s why this machine hits different: ✨ What it taught me: Low seat height = zero anxiety. Planting both feet flat at every stop makes U-turns and slow maneuvers completely stress-free. Plus, that ultra-smooth parallel-twin engine lets you focus on your lines without worrying about sudden throttle spikes. ⚡️ What surprised me: How flickable it is! It looks like a classic cruiser, but the low center of gravity makes it light on its feet through corners. And that slip/assist clutch? A absolute lifesaver in stop-and-go traffic. 🛠️ The verdict: It’s a blank canvas. It forgives your rookie mistakes, gives you the exact platform you need to build real skill, and looks damn good doing it. You don't outgrow this bike—you just fall more in love with riding it. 🏍️💨”
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