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Being able to put both of your feet flat on the ground when you come to a stop gives you extra control and confidence. And if the seat is too high, the bike can feel intimidating to ride – particularly if you are just learning. Street bikes typically have a lower seat height than off-road or dual-sport bikes, in part because they need less ground clearance.

A bike’s ergonomics – how your arms and legs are positioned and the angle of your back and neck when you’re riding – plays a huge role in ride comfort, how easy the bike is to handle and how confident you feel. The seating position may seem just right at a standstill, but awkward once you start riding. For your first bike, look for something that puts you in a gentle crouch – not too leaned forward with too much stress on your arms - and not too leaned back with your feet too forward.

A lighter bike is simply easier to keep balanced when you’re stopped, or when you’re tip-toeing into a tight parking spot. It’s also easier to move around in a garage or put it on or take it off its sidestand or centrestand. In most cases, the bigger the engine, the heavier the bike. Honda weights always include a full tank of gas, so you know exactly the weight of the bike at its heaviest.

Unique style that showcases different looks for your bike from athletic, to sporty & retro. Designed to reduce air drag & fuel consumption and protect engine components.

Along with displacement, the number of cylinders an engine has contributes to how it performs, how it feels, how it sounds, how much it weighs – even how it looks. Smaller bikes aimed at new riders typically have one or two cylinders to keep weight low and the bike narrow. Cruisers usually have two-cylinder engines, often with a classic V-twin shape, and high-performance sport bikes and touring bikes almost always have four, or even six, cylinders. Riders often fall in love with the sound and feel of a particular type of engine – all are capable of great performance, so it often comes down to what you prefer.

Braking on a motorcycle is a lot like braking on a bicycle – it takes a little bit of practice to do it properly and safely without skidding the tires. That’s why Honda leads the way with technology designed to make braking a whole lot easier to master and safer to use. Especially when you’re just starting out, a bike with ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) is a great choice because ABS helps to prevent the wheels from locking and skidding if you brake too hard or on a slippery surface. An ABS system that links or combines the front and rear brakes is even better – it automatically applies some braking force to the front wheel when the rear-brake pedal is applied, and (depending on the type of linked system) some force to the rear wheel when the front-brake lever is applied.

If you love to explore far-away places, a touring bike is the perfect companion. Features include extra protection from a larger fairing, a taller windshield, and plenty of options for carrying your gear.

Three Reasons You’ll Love a Honda Touring Bike:

1. Smooth and powerful engine for comfort on all-day highway trips
2. Ample fuel capacity to ride longer
3. Built-in saddlebags, or bodywork designed to accept accessory bags

Featuring the look, sound and riding position like no other style of motorcycle, Honda offers a range of cruisers with different engine configurations for all types of riding and all types of riders.

Three Reasons You’ll Love a Honda Cruiser:

1. High-tech features and light and compact design
2. Excellent fuel efficiency to help you ride far and wide between fill-ups.
3. Comfortable riding position that is relaxed and neutral

Sport bikes are perhaps the most exhilarating style of all motorcycles. They’re designed to go, stop, turn and handle with the utmost efficacy. Because of this, a smaller sport bike makes great sense as a novice rider’s first motorcycle.

Three Reasons You’ll Love a Honda Sport Bike:

1. Available in a range of sizes
2. Light weight for increased bike performance
3. Optimum seat position for operating controls

Standard bikes offer a blend of style and comfort, catering to riders of all levels with their user-friendly features and range of sizes. Their adaptable designs provide open and relaxed seating positions, ensuring versatility and contentment for riders.

Three Reasons You’ll Love a Honda Standard Bike:

1. Available assist slipper clutch on most models
2. Available in a range of sizes
3. Light weight for better performance and control

No other style of motorcycle opens the door to freedom and new experiences quite like an adventure bike. If you’re a new rider unsure of where you want to go, an adventure bike leaves your options open.

Three Reasons You’ll Love a Honda Adventure Motorcycle:

1. More ground clearance, suspension travel, special tires and more
2. Higher handlebar and taller windshield for a clearer view
3. The iconic performance that lets you explore like never before.

From exploring remote regions to carving through city streets, every ride is a new adventure. Honda dual-sport motorcycles are designed for the best of both worlds, with ruggedly comfortable performance and impressive all-terrain capability.

Three Reasons You’ll Love a Honda Dual Sport Bike:

1. Excellent on-road and off-road riding comfort and capability
2. Powerful, lightweight performance to tackle any terrain
3. Balanced dual-sport suspension and durable chassis design

Going to work or school or running errands sometimes can be a drag—but add one of these pocket-sized Hondas to the equation, and suddenly it becomes the best part of your day. Wherever you need to go, get ready to put a smile on your face. One ride on a Honda miniMOTO and you’ll be a fan for life!

Three Reasons You’ll Love a Honda miniMOTO Bike:

1. A variety of styling options from Sporty, Modern & Retro
2. Lightweight ride that offers incredible fuel efficiency
3. So much fun to ride you’ll forget how practical it is

Getting around just got a lot more fun! Getting from Point A to Point B transforms into an adventure when you do it on a Honda Scooter. Brighten your day and spark joy wherever you need to go! Scooters are reliable performers that offer comfort, control, and confidence.

Three Reasons You’ll Love a Honda Scooter:

1. Scooters are ideal for city life
2. Fun to ride, practical, and fuel efficient – the total package!
3. Squeeze into tight spaces