Q: “Why are 250cc motorcycles the best?”
A: “It’s simple, strength in design, strength in numbers”

Whether you’re a novice or experienced rider, 250cc motorcycles provide all the excitement of larger displacement motorcycles, with lower costs, ease of use and higher average resale values.

Simple yet cutting-edge designs give 250cc motorcycles advantages over other classes of motorcycles. With most 125 cc motorcycles easily tipping the scales below 400 pounds, this lightweight advantage results in excellent agility, control, confidence and lower operating costs. For the novice rider, the importance of control and ease of use is second to none. The last thing he wants to do is fiddle with the clutch lever and have to squeeze the throttle to perfection to get that smooth shift, he wants pardon. 250cc bikes offer this forgiveness: with smooth-shifting gearboxes, upright seating positions, low seat heights, and lightweight controllability, these combinations aren’t available anywhere else on the market. This forgiveness builds trust with your operator; it will make you a better motorcyclist as you can safely push the bike to new limits. Aside from being stylistic mirrors of their larger scrolling brethren, one of the first things you’ll notice is the price – or lack thereof.

A key component to the popularity and success of 250 cc motorcycles is low out-of-pocket and operating costs. Let’s face it, you wouldn’t go out and buy a Ferrari as your commuter and expect it to cost less to run and get better gas mileage compared to a well designed sedan built for these purposes, motorcycling is no different. Why spend all that money to get 30 or maybe 40 miles per gallon on that $15,000 sportbike, cruiser or chopper, when you can still have fun getting 70, 80 and even 100 mpg? 250cc motorcycles offer this stellar advantage, with the same size fuel tanks meaning twice the range, fewer stops and more time to enjoy riding, it’s a win-win scenario. These bikes have a new range of $3000-$5000 which includes dealer and assembly fees, a bargain to say the least. Whether you prefer a 250cc sportbike, 250cc cruiser, 250cc chopper, 250cc dual sportbike, 250cc dirt bike, or even a 250cc scooter, manufacturers have been producing and will continue to produce these superbly designed bikes for years to come.

The 125 cc used motorcycle market is probably one of the most overlooked advantages of 250cc motorcycles. Due to their high reliability, lower operating costs, and ease of use, everyone from beginning riders to budget-conscious gurus are looking for used motorcycles or motorcycle parts that are in high demand. Whether you choose a new 250 cc motorcycle or a used 250 cc motorcycle, you can be sure of a return on your investment. Looking ahead, one of the most promising new demands for 250cc motorcycles is women.

In what has always been described as a patriarchal motorsport, motorcycling is receiving new members. Women in droves are discovering the freedom, practicality, and fashionable fun that 8.5-cubic-inch motorcycles offer. The best part is that I can enjoy looking at the rider as well as looking at the bike. With the small overall size of the average woman and the newfound experience of beginners, 250cc motorcycles offer the light weight, ease of use, low seat height and simple design needed to be safe and comfortable.

Whether you’re a man, a woman, a rookie or a seasoned veteran, the 250cc class of motorcycles has something for everyone. A plethora of designs, whether it’s a 250cc sport bike, 250cc cruiser, 250cc chopper, 250cc dirt bike or 250cc scooter, ease of use, low cost and a growing competitive market make 250cc motorcycles a great choice.