When the story starts, innovators were experimenting with adding internal combustion engines and steam to bicycles in the late 19th century. Many people believe that the Reitwagen, which Daimler and Maybach built in 1885, was the first real motorcycle. Motorcycle manufacturers such as Indian Motorcycle Manufacturing Company (1901) and Harley-Davidson (1903) began to appear in the early 20th century. These businesses were essential to the public’s increased awareness of and access to motorcycles.

During World Wars I and II, motorcycles demonstrated their value as dependable messengers and reconnaissance vehicles. Motorcycle manufacturing exploded after the wars, and new designs and styles arose to satisfy the needs of a world that was changing.

With a large selection of motorcycles to suit every need and preference, the motorcycle industry is booming today. There is a motorcycle for every rider, ranging from sporty bikes to tough adventure bikes. Motorcycles are now safer and more fun to ride thanks to technological innovations like traction control, anti-lock brakes, and fuel injection.

With a vast variety of models made for various uses and riding styles, the motorcycle industry is immensely varied. Finding the ideal motorcycle for your needs requires knowing the differences between the various models, regardless of your level of experience.

Sports motorcycles

One of the two classic motorcycles that everyone thinks of is the sportbike. Performance, acceleration, cornering, and braking are the main goals of sportbikes. They are usually less comfortable than other kinds of motorcycles, and they are as light and strong as possible.

Naked or standard motorcycles

Many contemporary standards, sometimes known as naked motorbikes, provide almost all of the performance of full-on sportbikes with slightly more overall utility and more comfortable riding postures. This market for electric motorcycles is expanding quickly and has a lot of potential.

Beginners or people on a tight budget can always get a big bike for sale (ขายบิ๊กไบค์, this is the term in the Thai) from stores that sell used bikes. They come at a much lesser price than the current market price of the models and are great for beginners, especially. 

Cruisers

According to Harley-Davidson’s design guidelines, the majority of cruiser motorcycles are long, low, and rather mean-looking. Their low seat height and distinct visual swagger are their primary advantages. Although Harley-Davidson is credited with creating the cruiser motorcycle style, other well-known manufacturers, notably several Italian ones, have since done the same. 

Motorcycles for touring and sport touring

With features like heated handgrips, stereos, and cozy seats, as well as complete weather protection and waterproof baggage, today’s touring and sport touring motorcycles are designed for the long run. A sport touring motorcycle, as the name implies, is designed for riders who are willing to forgo some comfort in exchange for the freedom to lean the bike over.

Adventure motorbikes

Adventure bikes, sometimes known as ADV bikes, are another rapidly expanding subgenre. These motorcycles are based on the well-known BMW R-GS models, which are essentially big street bikes with off-road capabilities. 

Scooters

Scooters are frequently the most practical vehicle for city people. Larger scooters achieve amazing gas mileage, have locking cargo capacity, and are comfortable for larger riders. 

Vintage motorbikes

Today’s vintage bikes are mechanically straightforward and completely dependable, with style that pays homage to the history of riding combined with contemporary features like fuel injection and antilock brakes.