A Cruiser motorcycle makes a statement through style. A cruiser is an expression of its rider’s personality. It may be bold and in your face. It may be nostalgic. It may speak to lean performance. Whatever your riding personality, a Harley cruiser can help you make the ultimate personal statement. The Harley-Davidson Cruiser lineup is one of the most diverse lineups around, with a model designed to speak to and inspire almost any rider.
We highlight some of the best cruiser motorcycles from Harley-Davidson to complement your unique riding style.
Ready to take a test ride? Here’s our short list of recommended beginner motorcycles for women from Harley-Davidson:
Seat Height: 27.1" Weight: 481 lbs.*
Designed to inspire both new and experienced riders, the lightweight Nightster® motorcycle offers nimble handling, a confidence-inspiring ride and the smooth power of a liquid-cooled Revolution® Max 975 engine. The fuel tank is below the seat, which lowers the center of gravity and helps make the bike easier to handle at lower speeds.
Seat Height: 25.8" Weight: 655 lbs.*
The lightweight Street Bob® 114 motorcycle is well-equipped with a Milwaukee-Eight® 114 engine for a quick-and-nimble ride with power to spare. Tall handlebars and forward foot controls contribute to a stretched riding position, but the tall bars give great leverage for lighter steering. The very low seat puts most rider’s feet flat on the ground.
Seat Height: 27" Weight 679 lbs.*
The upright riding position is compact due to the combination of mid-mounted foot pegs and a handlebar set on 4-inch risers. This bike bundles the big attitude of West Coast style elements like the wind-blocking fairing the strong performance of a Milwaukee-Eight® 117 engine.
Seat Height: 26.3" Weight: 728 lbs.*
Check out this bike if you love show-stopping vintage details and a classic profile inspired by the 1950s, paired with the Milwaukee-Eight® 114 engine and modern upgrades. Locking saddlebags, a full-size windshield and wide footboards make this bike a willing partner for weekend getaways.
Road Glide®
Seat Height: 26.6" Weight: 802 lbs.*
A full-size “bagger” designed for long-distance touring in style and comfort. The very low seat height makes it easier to handle the weight of this model, and it comes loaded with Milwaukee-Eight® 117 performance, molded locking saddlebags for your gear, a 12.3-inch color touch screen infotainment display that can sync with your phone, and a sleek aerodynamic fairing.
For the confident rider who wants to make their presence known on the street the original fat-custom icon is as bold as ever, commanding the road with a steamroller stance, Lakester wheels and a unique headlamp nacelle. The Fat Boy model remains one of the most physically imposing motorcycles in the Harley-Davidson portfolio.
This bike is an aggressive performance kingpin designed for the rider seeking unapologetic power, the rider willing to push their bike to the limit. Straight from the factory this bike bundles the big attitude of West Coast style and the unrelenting performance delivered by the Milwaukee-Eight® 117 engine.
This is a weekend escape machine, an American V-Twin sport-touring bike for the rider who digs clean-and-lean West Coast attitude, craves outrageous performance and is ready to cross a few state lines. The Milwaukee-Eight 117 engine, detachable saddlebags and vented frame-mounted fairing makes this bike a versatile, potent performer.
The Softail Standard motorcycle offers the essential Harley-Davidson cruiser experience with a lean, lightweight frame, classic chrome and polished finishes, and the dynamic performance of the Milwaukee-Eight® V-Twin powertrain. The Softail Standard offers the most attainable entry point to Harley-Davidson cruiser ownership, leaving budget headroom for personalization of style, comfort and performance.
The Breakout rider is looking to turn heads and leave a lasting impression wherever they go. With long and lean chopper styling, the Breakout model flexes more muscle than many other bikes on the street. The torque-laden performance of a Milwaukee-Eight 117 engine is delivered to a fat 240mm rear tire exposed by the arrogant flip of a bobtail fender.
Its light weight makes the Street Bob motorcycle easy to handle and accessible for beginner motorcycle riders ready to step up to a Big Twin Cruiser model. This lean cruiser offers a nimble ride with power to spare and projects no-nonsense attitude from the standard mini ape handlebar to the chopped rear fender. Ready to create your own two-wheel style? The Street Bob model is the ideal blank canvas for customization. Check out some more best beginner cruiser motorcycles.
Best Cruiser Motorcycle for Women from Harley-Davidson
This quintessential American cruiser is a best-seller to female riders. The saddlebags and windshield – which are each detachable – make this a cruiser you can tour aboard if the highway calls. The style is pure nostalgia, with a profile inspired by Harley-Davidson models from the 1950s that never goes out of style.
A low 25.8-inch seat height, mid foot controls and easy-to-adjust mini ape handlebar help make the Street Bob a good cruiser motorcycle for women. It's also one of the lightest Harley-Davidson Cruiser models, which makes it easier to lift off the side stand and a breeze to control in low-speed maneuvers like parking lots and even when pushing around in the garage. There’s plenty of power in this bike for highway cruising, too.
Best Used Cruiser Motorcycle from Harley-Davidson
A pre-owned Harley-Davidson Cruiser motorcycle can be a great way to start riding. Buying a pre-owned Harley-Davidson Cruiser through the H-D1 Marketplace or the Harley-Davidson Certified™ program can lower your initial purchase price and leave more in your budget for customization, if that is your goal. Both pre-owned programs may also feature Cruiser models no longer offered in the Harley-Davidson new-model lineup, including those on the Dyna platform, or bikes already equipped with popular accessories.
Now that you’ve picked out the perfect cruiser for you, you’ve got to get the right cruiser riding gear to match. Express your personal style with essential riding gear designed to match your Cruiser motorcycle.
To see the wide selection of new and pre-owned Harley-Davidson Cruiser motorcycles and riding gear, visit your local authorized Harley-Davidson dealer, where you can reserve a motorcycle and more.
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