What makes a great first motorcycle? While you’ll find no shortage of well-intentioned advice on the internet on everything from UTVs to e-bikes, opinions vary wildly and concrete answers are hard to ...

Finding a bike that feels approachable on day one yet still rewarding in year three is the real test for any beginner-friendly pick. In 2025, riders and reviewers are converging on a handful of ...

Looking for the perfect first motorcycle? Whether you’re drawn to the thrill of the open road or the freedom of off-road exploration, choosing the right bike is crucial. Many new riders are tempted by ...

The thrills one feels upon getting a motorcycle license can quickly turn into something really unpleasant if the early months of riding are not spent on the back of the proper machine. In essence, ...

With a Master's degree in English Literature and six years of writing experience, Aayush has been contributing to TopSpeed for over two years. Since 95% of his personality is motorcycles, he goes ...

“A journey of 1000 miles begins with a single step,” is quite a famous saying. Considering the appropriate learning curve of a new rider, we say that getting a motorcycle is probably around step 3, ...

So you're just getting into motorcycling. First off, welcome! I'm looking forward to waving to you on the road. Second, and more importantly, you need something to actually ride. There are plenty of ...

The Ninja 500 is a strong beginner motorcycle thanks to manageable power, low seat height, light weight, and great pricing ...

When it comes to what the ideal beginner bike really is, opinions are most certainly divided. On one end of the spectrum, we have the more conservative approach, which is to buy a smaller, lighter, ...

America is the Wild West for motorcyclists: You can get your learner's permit, swing a leg over a Hayabusa, and wheelie yourself into an early grave without running afoul of any pesky legal entities — ...

There comes a point in a person's life when a decision is made, and there's no turning back from it. For most people, the idea of riding a motorcycle occurs early in life. Usually, it starts ...

Beginner Dirt Bike for Adults: Which one to buy? If you’ve had an eye on dirt bikes or sports bikes — or maybe even a trials bike or 3 wheel motorcycle — for a while, it can often be overwhelming to ...