What is a cruiser motorcycle?

Cruiser motorcycles are a definition that applies to bikes modelled after American brands popular in the 1930s-50s, with the Harley Davidson perhaps being the most popular amongst them. They are famous for their riding position which puts the hands up and the feet forward, often with a backward lean to the seat, as well as their wide handlebars. They are primarily known for their easy rideability, accessible shifting, and low-end torque, though they rarely meet the horsepower expected of other types of bikes like sports bikes.

What's the difference between a cruiser and touring motorcycle?

Touring bikes can look a lot like cruisers, given that both are large, powerful bikes that are easy to ride, especially on the highway. However, touring motorcycles are built more specifically for long-distance rides, and are outfitted as such. They have more cargo room, are ergonomically designed to make them more comfortable on long rides, and tend to have room to an additional rider with two-up seats.

Are cruiser motorcycles good for beginners?

Cruisers are relatively easy to ride and to shift, though they are, on average, quite large. There are smaller cruiser bikes that are easier to handle, however, which can be a good fit for a beginner. The Keeway Superlight 125 is a good example of a cruiser suitable for A1 licence holders.

What is a good cruiser motorcycle?

The Yamaha V-Star 250 Cruiser is considered not only one of the more beginner friendly bikes of this kind due to its smaller size, but it’s also thought to be one of the best examples of what makes a cruiser bike. This 250cc motorcycle is praised for its maneuverability, good mileage per gallon, and a comfort low seat that keeps the ride straight backed and comfortable, perhaps for flat open roads.

Custom Cruiser bikes for sale

With 2,772 Custom Cruiser bikes available on Auto Trader, we have the best range of bikes for sale across the UK.

Latest second hand Custom Cruiser bikes for sale

Triumph Thunderbird 1600 Custom Cruiser Petrol Manual (85 ps) 1597cc
2009 (59 reg) | 17,045 miles
£5,100
Custom Cruiser | 1597cc | 84BHP | Manual | Petrol
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Harley-Davidson Softail 1745 FLSB Sport Glide Custom Cruiser Petrol Manual Euro 4 (84 ps) 1745cc
2019 (19 reg) | 8,197 miles
£9,000
Custom Cruiser | 1745cc | 83BHP | Manual | Petrol
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Royal Enfield Super Meteor 650 Custom Cruiser Petrol Manual Euro 5 (47 ps) 648cc
2023 (23 reg) | 4,373 miles
£4,800
Custom Cruiser | 648cc | 46BHP | Manual | Petrol
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Suzuki Intruder 1400 1400cc
1995 (M reg) | 33,916 miles
£3,290
Custom Cruiser | 1400cc | Manual | Petrol
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Harley-Davidson Softail 1745 FXLR Low Rider Euro 4 1745cc
2019 (19 reg) | 7,824 miles
£10,490
Custom Cruiser | 1745cc | 85BHP | Manual | Petrol
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Ducati DIAVEL 1198 Euro 3 1198cc
2014 (14 reg) | 7,027 miles
£6,990
Custom Cruiser | 1198cc | 152BHP | Manual | Petrol
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Triumph ROCKET III GT 2458cc
2020 (20 reg) | 8,356 miles
£13,990
Custom Cruiser | 2458cc | 165BHP | Manual | Petrol
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Keeway SUPERLIGHT 125 Euro 5 124cc
2022 (72 reg) | 5,453 miles
£1,590
Custom Cruiser | 124cc | 10BHP | Manual | Petrol
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Harley-Davidson V-ROD VRSCDX NIGHT SP 1250 1247cc
2013 (63 reg) | 1,675 miles
£10,490
Custom Cruiser | 1247cc | 120BHP | Manual | Petrol
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Triumph ROCKET 3 STORM R 2500cc
| 1 miles
£24,495
Custom Cruiser | 2500cc | Manual | Petrol
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Harley-Davidson Fxdc 103 Superglide CU 16 1690 Custom 1690cc
2014 (14 reg) | 11,092 miles
£9,995
Custom Cruiser | 1690cc | 76BHP | Manual | Petrol
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Triumph Rocket III 2458 R Custom Cruiser Petrol Manual Euro 5 (167 ps) 2458cc
2023 (23 reg) | 375 miles
£16,000
Custom Cruiser | 2458cc | 165BHP | Manual | Petrol
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Honda GL1800 Gold Wing Custom Cruiser Petrol Manual (110 ps) 1832cc
2015 (65 reg) | 10,568 miles
£9,995
Custom Cruiser | 1832cc | 109BHP | Manual | Petrol
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Ducati XDIAVEL FINANCE SPECIALISTS APPLY NOW LOW RATE FINANCE DELIVERY AVAILABLE 1262cc
2019 (69 reg) | 2,600 miles
£13,289
Custom Cruiser | 1262cc | 150BHP | Manual | Petrol
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Keeway Superlight 125 Euro 5 124cc
2023 (23 reg) | 3,690 miles
£1,750
Custom Cruiser | 124cc | 10BHP | Manual | Petrol
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Suzuki INTRUDER 800 M800 805cc
2007 (07 reg) | 23,688 miles
£3,295
Custom Cruiser | 805cc | Other | Petrol
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Harley-Davidson Sportster 883 XL883N Iron 883 Custom Cruiser Petrol Manual Euro 4 (51 ps) 883cc
2016 (66 reg) | 17,692 miles
£5,000
Custom Cruiser | 883cc | 50BHP | Manual | Petrol
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Suzuki M1800R INTRUDER 1800cc
2013 (13 reg) | 3,184 miles
£8,888
Custom Cruiser | 1800cc
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Keeway RKV 125 C Custom Cruiser Petrol Manual Euro 5 (13 ps) 125cc
2024 (24 reg) | 6,200 miles
£2,800
Custom Cruiser | 125cc | 13BHP | Manual | Petrol
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BMW R1200 C 1170cc
2004 (53 reg) | 11,001 miles
£5,588
Custom Cruiser | 1170cc
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Your questions answered

Cruiser motorcycles are a definition that applies to bikes modelled after American brands popular in the 1930s-50s, with the Harley Davidson perhaps being the most popular amongst them. They are famous for their riding position which puts the hands up and the feet forward, often with a backward lean to the seat, as well as their wide handlebars. They are primarily known for their easy rideability, accessible shifting, and low-end torque, though they rarely meet the horsepower expected of other types of bikes like sports bikes.
Touring bikes can look a lot like cruisers, given that both are large, powerful bikes that are easy to ride, especially on the highway. However, touring motorcycles are built more specifically for long-distance rides, and are outfitted as such. They have more cargo room, are ergonomically designed to make them more comfortable on long rides, and tend to have room to an additional rider with two-up seats.
The Yamaha V-Star 250 Cruiser is considered not only one of the more beginner friendly bikes of this kind due to its smaller size, but it’s also thought to be one of the best examples of what makes a cruiser bike. This 250cc motorcycle is praised for its maneuverability, good mileage per gallon, and a comfort low seat that keeps the ride straight backed and comfortable, perhaps for flat open roads.

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