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As with any product there are many different motorcycle manufacturers in the world, some more popular than others.

Because you have decided to start riding, I figured it would be helpful to compile a list of some popular style bikes and what companies manufacture them. While not all of the following companies are headquartered in the US, you can still find their bikes here.

If you’re not familiar with these styles, read about them here.

Cruisers
Honda
Yamaha
Suzuki
Kawasaki
BMW
Harley Davidson
Victory

Sportbikes
Honda
Yamaha
Suzuki
Kawasaki
BMW
Buell
Ducati
KTM

Standard
Honda
Yamaha
Suzuki
Kawasaki
BMW
Buell
Ducati
KTM

Touring
Honda
Yamaha
Suzuki
Kawasaki
BMW
Harley Davidson

Before making an investment in your bike, you should always have at least a little background information on the company. Purchasing from a reliable, customer service oriented company is always best. Over the next few articles I’ll review these top companies and why you should or shouldn’t buy from them.

-Julie