What is a cruiser motorcycle?

Cruiser motorcycles are a definition that applies to bikes modelled after American brands popular in the 1930s-50s, with the Harley Davidson perhaps being the most popular amongst them. They are famous for their riding position which puts the hands up and the feet forward, often with a backward lean to the seat, as well as their wide handlebars. They are primarily known for their easy rideability, accessible shifting, and low-end torque, though they rarely meet the horsepower expected of other types of bikes like sports bikes.

What's the difference between a cruiser and touring motorcycle?

Touring bikes can look a lot like cruisers, given that both are large, powerful bikes that are easy to ride, especially on the highway. However, touring motorcycles are built more specifically for long-distance rides, and are outfitted as such. They have more cargo room, are ergonomically designed to make them more comfortable on long rides, and tend to have room to an additional rider with two-up seats.

Are cruiser motorcycles good for beginners?

Cruisers are relatively easy to ride and to shift, though they are, on average, quite large. There are smaller cruiser bikes that are easier to handle, however, which can be a good fit for a beginner. The Keeway Superlight 125 is a good example of a cruiser suitable for A1 licence holders.

What is a good cruiser motorcycle?

The Yamaha V-Star 250 Cruiser is considered not only one of the more beginner friendly bikes of this kind due to its smaller size, but it’s also thought to be one of the best examples of what makes a cruiser bike. This 250cc motorcycle is praised for its maneuverability, good mileage per gallon, and a comfort low seat that keeps the ride straight backed and comfortable, perhaps for flat open roads.

Custom Cruiser bikes for sale

With 2,728 Custom Cruiser bikes available on Auto Trader, we have the best range of bikes for sale across the UK.

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Harley-Davidson Sportster HARLEY-DAVIDSON XL 1200 X FORTY EIGHT 2017 1202cc
2017 (17 reg) | 5,803 miles
£8,448
Custom Cruiser | 1202cc | 65BHP | Manual | Petrol
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Harley-Davidson Softail 1745 FLDE Deluxe Custom Cruiser Petrol Manual Euro 4 (87 ps) 1745cc
2020 (70 reg) | 1,680 miles
£15,950
Custom Cruiser | 1745cc | 85BHP | Manual | Petrol
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Harley-Davidson Sportster 1200 XR1200X Custom Cruiser Petrol Manual (91 ps) 1202cc
2008 (08 reg) | 17,789 miles
£8,000
Custom Cruiser | 1202cc | 89BHP | Manual | Petrol
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Harley-Davidson Softail 1745 FXBR Breakout Custom Cruiser Petrol Manual Euro 4 (87 ps) 1745cc
2017 (67 reg) | 14,640 miles
£14,000
Custom Cruiser | 1745cc | 85BHP | Manual | Petrol
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Triumph Speedmaster 1200 Euro 5 1200cc
2024 (74 reg) | 274 miles
£10,995
Custom Cruiser | 1200cc | 78BHP | Manual | Petrol
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Kawasaki Vulcan 1700 Classic Custom Cruiser Petrol Manual 1700cc
2011 (11 reg) | 24,223 miles
£6,200
Custom Cruiser | 1700cc | Manual | Petrol
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Honda CMX1100T REBEL Euro 5
2021 (71 reg) | 8,826 miles
£7,490
Custom Cruiser | Manual | Petrol
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Honda CMX1100T REBEL Euro 5
2021 (21 reg) | 4,469 miles
£7,490
Custom Cruiser | Manual | Petrol
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Keeway K-Light 125 124 Euro 5 124cc
2023 (73 reg) | 130 miles
£1,990
Custom Cruiser | 124cc | 10BHP | Manual | Petrol
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Harley-Davidson SPORTSTER XL 1200 NS IRON 1200 1202cc
2020 (69 reg) | 5,594 miles
£7,790
Custom Cruiser | 1202cc | 65BHP | Manual | Petrol
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BMW R 18 1800 Euro 5 1802cc
2024 (24 reg) | 388 miles
£12,990
Custom Cruiser | 1802cc | 89BHP | Manual | Petrol
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Harley-Davidson DYNA 1690 FXDB Street Bob 1690cc
2016 (16 reg) | 11,374 miles
£8,490
Custom Cruiser | 1690cc | 76BHP | Manual | Petrol
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Harley-Davidson Dyna 1690 FXDB Street Bob Euro 4 1690cc
2017 (17 reg) | 5,000 miles
£8,290
Custom Cruiser | 1690cc | 76BHP | Manual | Petrol
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Keeway Superlight 125 Keeway 125cc SE 124cc
2023 (23 reg) | 1,568 miles
£1,899
Custom Cruiser | 124cc | 10BHP | Manual | Petrol
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Keeway Superlight 125 Custom Cruiser Petrol Manual Euro 5 (10 ps) 124cc
2023 (73 reg) | 7 miles
£2,300
Custom Cruiser | 124cc | 10BHP | Manual | Petrol
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Yamaha XV1100 Virago 1063cc
1995 (N reg) | 19,828 miles
£3,200
Custom Cruiser | 1063cc | Manual | Petrol
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Suzuki VZ800 INTRUDER 800cc
2010 (10 reg) | 21,753 miles
£4,588
Custom Cruiser | 800cc
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Honda CMX500 REBEL Euro 4 471cc
2018 (18 reg) | 3,343 miles
£3,790
Custom Cruiser | 471cc | 46BHP | Manual | Petrol
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Yamaha XV950 R ABS 942cc
2015 (65 reg) | 9,356 miles
£4,490
Custom Cruiser | 942cc | 50BHP | Manual | Petrol
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Triumph SPEEDMASTER 1200 Euro 5 1200cc
2022 (22 reg) | 1,302 miles
£9,690
Custom Cruiser | 1200cc | 78BHP | Manual | Petrol
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Your questions answered

Cruiser motorcycles are a definition that applies to bikes modelled after American brands popular in the 1930s-50s, with the Harley Davidson perhaps being the most popular amongst them. They are famous for their riding position which puts the hands up and the feet forward, often with a backward lean to the seat, as well as their wide handlebars. They are primarily known for their easy rideability, accessible shifting, and low-end torque, though they rarely meet the horsepower expected of other types of bikes like sports bikes.
Touring bikes can look a lot like cruisers, given that both are large, powerful bikes that are easy to ride, especially on the highway. However, touring motorcycles are built more specifically for long-distance rides, and are outfitted as such. They have more cargo room, are ergonomically designed to make them more comfortable on long rides, and tend to have room to an additional rider with two-up seats.
The Yamaha V-Star 250 Cruiser is considered not only one of the more beginner friendly bikes of this kind due to its smaller size, but it’s also thought to be one of the best examples of what makes a cruiser bike. This 250cc motorcycle is praised for its maneuverability, good mileage per gallon, and a comfort low seat that keeps the ride straight backed and comfortable, perhaps for flat open roads.

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