What is the best commuter motorcycle?

The ideal commuter motorcycle offers you performance, comfort and good economy. You might want to consider the BMW G310GS model. The light motorcycle offers easy control, a powerful brake system and a one-cylinder, four-stroke engine which will give you the performanceyou need to do the daily commute.

Is commuting on a motorcycle safe?

As well as saving you money, commuting on a motorcycle is often argued to be safer than a car. Avoiding rush hour traffic and busy motorways is a favourable option. Just remember to have safety measures in place such as hi-vis clothing and a protective helmet.

Which motorcycles have good fuel economy?

You should consider looking at The Royal Enfield 250-cc and the HondaRebel for a fuel-efficient motorcycle. Both of these models can do around 84mpg when ridden properly. The Suzuki TU250X also offers over80mpg.

Is commuting by motorcycle cheaper than by car?

You will find you can ride your motorcycle for a higher miles-per-gallon rate. Just looking at BMW, you are likely to get around 40mpgwhen riding one of their top motorcycle models compared to 36mpg when driving a BMW 1 series for example. You should also take tax and insurance into account. With average motorcycle insurance being around £300 and tax less than £100, you could save hundreds on this cost.

Commuter bikes for sale

With 127 Commuter bikes available on Auto Trader, we have the best range of bikes for sale across the UK.

Latest second hand Commuter bikes for sale

Honda CBF125M 124cc
2023 (23 reg) | 1,474 miles
£2,199
Commuter | 124cc | Manual | Petrol
Trade Seller
Honda XL125V VARADERO 125cc
2008 (08 reg) | 11,768 miles
£2,695
Commuter | 125cc | Petrol
Trade Seller
Suzuki SV650 650cc
2018 (18 reg) | 6,663 miles
£4,495
Commuter | 650cc | Petrol
Trade Seller(5)
Yamaha YBR 125 124cc
2009 (09 reg) | 15,000 miles
£1,395
Commuter | 124cc | Other | Petrol
Trade Seller
Kawasaki W800 800cc
2021 (71 reg) | 5,126 miles
£4,494
Commuter | 800cc | Manual | Petrol
Trade Seller(5)
Voge DS525X VOGE 525cc
2025 (75 reg) | 374 miles
£4,999
Commuter | 525cc | Manual | Petrol
Trade Seller(5)
Yamaha XV125 Virago Petrol Manual 1997-99 (10 bhp) 124cc
1998 (R reg) | 16,085 miles
£750
Commuter | 124cc | 10BHP | Manual | Petrol
Private Seller
Honda CBF600S 25K MILES. 2006. PX TO CLEAR. RUNS AND RIDES. RUNS AND RIDES 600cc
2006 (06 reg) | 25,000 miles
£1,299
Commuter | 600cc | Other | Petrol
Trade Seller(5)
AJS CADWELL 125 Roadster/Retro Petrol Manual Euro 5 (11 ps) 125cc
2024 (74 reg) | 1,794 miles
£2,000
Commuter | 125cc | Petrol
Trade Seller(1)
Yamaha RS125DX Petrol Manual (12 bhp) 123cc
1983 (Y reg) | 23,117 miles
£2,150
Commuter | 123cc | 12BHP | Manual | Petrol
Private Seller
Royal Enfield Hunter 350 350cc
2024 (24 reg) | 1,355 miles
£3,295
Commuter | 350cc | Petrol
Trade Seller(4)
Honda Super Cub C125 HONDA C 125cc
2020 (20 reg) | 6,156 miles
£2,795
Commuter | 125cc | Manual | Petrol
Trade Seller(3.7)
Yamaha Tracer 9 GT+ BRAND NEW IN STOCK NOW 890cc
0
£16,604
Commuter | 890cc | Automatic | Petrol
Trade Seller
Yamaha XJ900 DIVERSION TRADE BIKES AT TRADE PRICES LUGGAGE 892cc
1999 (T reg) | 40,783 miles
£1,490
Commuter | 892cc | Manual | Petrol
Trade Seller(2.8)
Yamaha YBR 125 TRADE BIKES AT TRADE PRICES 10 YAMAHA STAMPS 124cc
2012 (12 reg) | 7,994 miles
£2,188
Commuter | 124cc | Manual | Petrol
Trade Seller(2.8)
Aprilia SR GT 400cc
0
£5,999
Commuter | 400cc | Automatic | Petrol
Trade Seller(4)
Honda cb500s 499cc
2001 (51 reg) | 63,032 miles
£1,395
Commuter | 499cc | Manual | Petrol
Private Seller
Suzuki GS500F K7 487cc
2008 (08 reg) | 22,601 miles
£1,645
Commuter | 487cc | Manual | Petrol
Private Seller
Honda CB125F 125cc
0
£3,097
Commuter | 125cc | Manual
Trade Seller
Honda CB125F 125cc
0
£3,097
Commuter | 125cc | Manual
Trade Seller

Your questions answered

You will find you can ride your motorcycle for a higher miles-per-gallon rate. Just looking at BMW, you are likely to get around 40mpgwhen riding one of their top motorcycle models compared to 36mpg when driving a BMW 1 series for example. You should also take tax and insurance into account. With average motorcycle insurance being around £300 and tax less than £100, you could save hundreds on this cost.

Commuter bikes for sale

addWhat is the best commuter motorcycle?

addIs commuting on a motorcycle safe?

addWhich motorcycles have good fuel economy?

addIs commuting by motorcycle cheaper than by car?

Popular Body types