Is a Touring Motorcycle Right for You?

Touring motorcycles are very unique bikes and may receive a lot of praise or criticism depending on who you ask. If you’re in the market for a new motorcycle and want to know if a touring motorcycle is right for you, we recommend checking out our article below on both the pros and cons of this unusual model. 

Pros

Touring motorcycles are very popular—and for good reason! One of the few motorcycles on the market designed to travel cross-country, they come with a number of helpful features such as ergonomic double seating, extra storage space, and XL gas tanks to help you travel for miles without stops. However, touring motorcycles aren’t confined to the open road and are surprisingly great commuter vehicles. This, combined with their increased safety statistics, makes them the perfect motorcycle for riding down the interstate or around your neighborhood. 

Cons

Touring motorcycles are designed to have large heavy frames to increase stability and comfort on long rides. However, that can make touring models difficult to maneuver, and smaller riders are known to struggle with these models. Because of their impressive engine power and large size, touring models aren’t a great choice for newbie riders either, and we encourage you to avoid this model if you’re in the market for your very first bike. 

If you’re located nearby in Malibu, Santa Monica, or Brentwood, CA, visit us here at Bartels' Harley-Davidson® for all of your motorcycle needs! Conveniently located in Marina Del Rey, CA, we offer an amazing selection of touring models for you to choose from—as well as a wide variety of motorcycle models of all shapes and sizes.