The Best Retro & Modern-Classic Motorcycles

Modern classics give you the soul of a vintage bike without the unreliability: timeless styling wrapped around modern engines, brakes, and electronics. These are the best retro motorcycles you can buy new today.

1. 01
   01© Triumph
   Triumph · modern classic

   Triumph Bonneville T120

   8.6

   A beautifully built, torque-rich modern classic that nails the retro brief with genuine quality and easy real-world pace, at a premium price.

   Consensus van Cycle World · Motorcycle.com · MCN

   Prijs

   $12,895

   Motor

   1200cc

   Vermogen

   78hp

   Zadelhoogte

   790mm

2. 02
   02© Triumph
   Triumph · modern classic

   Triumph Speed Twin 1200

   8.1

   A torque-rich retro roadster blending classic looks with genuine sporting ability, now sharper for 2025, though its modest tank and firm ride temper long-haul comfort.

   Consensus van 1000PS · MCN · Rider Magazine

   Prijs

   $13,595

   Motor

   1200cc

   Vermogen

   105hp

   Zadelhoogte

   805mm

3. 03
   03© Harley-Davidson
   Harley-Davidson · cruiser

   Harley-Davidson Nightster

   7.8

   A genuinely modern, punchy liquid-cooled Sportster with a low seat, divisive only on its cramped riding position and small tank.

   Consensus van Cycle World · Motorcycle.com · Harley-Davidson

   Prijs

   $11,999

   Motor

   975cc

   Vermogen

   91hp

   Zadelhoogte

   705mm

4. 04
   04© Royal Enfield
   Royal Enfield · cruiser

   Royal Enfield Meteor 350

   7.6

   Slow but charming, a low, light, beautifully finished entry cruiser whose unbeatable price excuses its modest 20 hp.

   Consensus van Cycle World · MCN · Rider Magazine

   Prijs

   $4,899

   Motor

   349cc

   Vermogen

   20hp

   Zadelhoogte

   765mm