Mid-term report 2017 – Top 5 cruisers tested

Top 5 cruisers tested

Americans might have popularised the genre, but now every manufacturer has been after a share of the cruiser segment. Traditionally, cruisers have been associated with comfort and luxury. Today however, they come in a wide range of styles, displacements and riding position to suit different kinds of riders. We round up five cruisers that impressed us this year- 

Harley-Davidson Street Rod

Based on Harley-Davidson’s highest-selling model, the Street Rod is a swing at cracking urban buyers. It has been targeted at those looking for a sporty offering, without compromising on the traditional Harley-Davidson soul. But what makes the Street Rod worth the additional Rs 1 lakh you pay over the price of a Street 750?

Harley-Davidson Roadster

Owning a Harley-Davidson is not just about riding, it is about the experience. And no other motorcycle makes this as abundantly clear at the Roadster. It might not be the most sensible option in its segment, but it sure is one of the more exciting ones. Its for those who love their motorcycle to stand out in a crowd. 

Moto Guzzi V9 Bobber

The Moto Guzzi V9 Bobber is another retro cruiser targeted at the urban audience. A quirky and elegant motorcycle, the V9 Bobber features a unique transverse V-twin engine layout. It might be significantly more expensive than its direct rivals, but this also means that exclusivity is guaranteed. But should you buy one?

Harley-Davidson Street Glide Special

Not much might have changed in terms of looks, but the Street Glide Special does get a change of heart. Called the Milwaukee Eight, the engine was developed to make it run cooler, quieter and with higher levels of refinement. But how has all that work panned out?

Ducati xDiavel S

The xDiavel S is a radical motorcycle in many ways, and a big departure from what Ducati has been doing so far. Purists might scoff at the idea of a Ducati cruiser, but it turns out that the demand was good enough to convince the company to build one. The xDiavel features a belt final drive, forward-placed foot pegs and a low slung look. And yes, it comes with a staggering price tag. So is it worth the money?