We have repeatedly paid attention to the ratings of the best motorcycles. However, the models presented in them are far from always affordable for the average buyer.
However, a worthy iron horse can be purchased for real money, as evidenced by the steadily growing domestic market, in which Japanese-made models are leading. Today we introduce readers Top 5 best-selling motorcycles in Russia, which contains popular brands in 2014, identified by analysts at Mintel Group.
5. Harley-Davidson
The first motorbike was designed by William Harley and Arthur Davidson in 1903. Today, the Harley-Davidson range includes 5 motorcycle lines: Softail, Touring, Dyna, Sportster and V-rod. Various Harley-Davidson models are in the garages of representatives of the Russian business elite, pop scene and even politics. For example, Harley-Davidson FLSTC is owned by Treasury Secretary Anton Siluanov.
One of the most popular models among bikers in Russia is Harley-Davidson 72 - a classic chopper that blows the romance of the road.
4. Suzuki
Over 2.5 million Suzuki motorcycles are sold annually in the world. In Russia, the Japanese brand has been officially introduced only since 1999. To date, about 20 models of brand motorcycles are being sold in the Russian Federation. In 2014, Suzuki began selling in the Russian market the universal GW250 model - a lightweight and at the same time powerful bike.
3. Kawasaki
About 40% of Kawasaki motorcycles are sold in the markets of North America, mainly in the USA. However, in Russia, the brand is also very popular among lovers of speed, reliability and power. A true bestseller is the Kawasaki Ninja 300 - a dynamic and vibrant sportbike with electronic fuel injection, anti-lock brakes and slip clutch. The price of a bike is from 260 thousand rubles.
2. Honda
In a study by the Mintel Group, brands that are leading in the primary market are presented, however, Honda is also among the top five best-selling used motorcycles.
To date, the best-selling at dealerships is the Honda NC700X, combining the features of an urban motorcycle and adventure. In this case, the bike looks very much like a scooter - its gas tank is located under the seat, and the luggage compartment is in front. Price - from 370 thousand rubles.
1. Yamaha
The best-selling motorcycles in Russia belong to the Japanese brand Yamaha. In this case, the most popular model in the dealer network is the Yamaha Super Tenere. This motorcycle is equipped with a 90-horsepower engine with a volume of 1.2 liters., Rigid spoked tubeless wheels, LCD dashboard, 23-liter fuel tank. This bike is popular with true connoisseurs of 860 thousand rubles.