Auto Trader’s Best Bike Awards 2018

[@goldenlink10]

Verdict rated by highest paying manufacturer

[@MarxOutThere]

I had a giggle about the BMW GS's SOS button, "... if you drop the bike to get some help.." .

[@sgt6711]

They will send ambulance!

[@UncleWally3]

I’ve been riding long and hard for over 50 years. If this isn’t the Golden Era of internal combustion motorcycles, I don’t know what is . . . simply brilliant!

[@milekone]

Best cruiser (Harley) according to Auto Trader, no wind protection, not reliable, twice the price of every other bike and still behind all other manufacturers.

[@richicamacho7989]

Cruisers don't need wind protection... Get a bagger

[@theaxeman4429]

Wake up Mr! We talking 2018 H-D - no??! 😃😃😃 Behind Every Other Bike!?! 😂😂😂

[@bloodymarvelous4790]

Luke Milk, still behind all bike lovers. Living in the 80's...

[@dinkydotzero]

I have over 300k on my 2010 street glide and its been an anvil and never skipped a beat

[@bikerbeliever8169]

Harley fat bob is great bike. Lot of luxury features, fairly quick. Good bike overall.

[@HangOnHangOff]

Pretty sure Tuono, S1000R, and Super Duke are all better naked bikes than speed triple. Fz-10 can also arguably be better naked than speed triple(Missing some electronics but the bike is nuts).

[@tms372]

Have you ridden the new Speed Triple ? You change your mind if you had. Yes I have.

[@HangOnHangOff]

Yes I have. In fact, I really like the bike. I just switched from my 15 ninja 1000 to a Tuono RR pretty recently so I have test rode few super naked bikes that inclues S1000r, Tuono RR, Speed Triple, and Fz-10. Speed Triple is much much better than my old ninja but just not there when compared to a bike such as Tuono. Tuono somehow feels wilder than Speed Triple yet more refined.

[@CeeRTee]

If u listen to the wording mate they say Best "new" naked bike... well as far as i can tell its the only new naked bike this year lol, but i agree with you there is plenty better out there and in a group test it would be shown i think.

[@HangOnHangOff]

Good point! But I think that would be just misleading for viewers if that's what they mean without additional explanation since the title is "best bikes" not "best new bikes".

[@enlightenedidiot9552]

I agree. But my old VFR is more comfortable. And still does 160...

[@Roger101Watson]

That was a shocking list of 'top' bikes for 2018. Stick to cars Auto Trader.

[@brutalbrital]

people can love and hate different bikes but I have been riding for 50 years and I can say we are spoilt with choice, no manufacturer makes a bad bike nowadays and they just keep getting better I just wish the back wasnt so bad so I could sample some of these beautiful machines. Forever Two Wheels ride free ride safe brothers and sisters

[@mehmetmutluoglu1542]

CCM Spitfire looks excellent to my eyes. So beautiful while so simple. I could not say a single point could be better if it were...Adorable....

[@carstenf279]

I guess KTM is not a sponsor ;o)

[@indianarchangel]

KTM is a joke

[@mroland808]

@@indianarchangel y tho

[@BuilditRideit]

@@mroland808 coz he can't get it..😂😂

[@BRUISER1]

Wish you'd make motorcycle review videos

[@AutoTraderTV]

We are working on it.

[@Mr0Judo0Man]

Subscribed Bomber, they sometimes has a few bike reviews - kzbin.info/www/bejne/ronWd56mbMpnb9U

[@AutoTraderTV]

Here is a new bike review. We will be making more in a slightly different format to this one. Let us know what you think. kzbin.info/www/bejne/ronWd56mbMpnb9U

[@steve-wu7jp]

Seriously, you guys make kick ass videos

[@michaeledwards7668]

@@AutoTraderTV R nine T for best retro!

[@Speedlovar]

Adventure bike should have gone to the Africa Twin. The GS is a bit too heavy for proper offroad.

[@madbull4666]

Even the Africa twin is too heavy for proper off roading. Can be done but a lot more tricky than a 600-700cc bike.

[@marksimpson5218]

Speedlover most adventure bikes will spend 90 percent of their time on the road, this is where the GS is king.

[@nsweeney3970]

"The Peugeot speedfight 4, for the discerning, contemporary moped theif. Tricky Acid attacks and mobile phone grabs are now a thing of the past with our latest updated handling. Marvel at the expanded underseat storage capable of holding 5 kilos of cocaine, handy for those late night drug runs." ;)

[@markgoulding8506]

Ducati desert sled

[@imopn]

How is the 1200GS the best adventure bike? Unless adventure to you means sunday cruises to Starbucks. Its just too fat for the average person to take on trails. Even the Africa Twin or new BMW850GS is a better choice but is still damn heavy. Hopefully next year we will get propper adv bikes like Yamaha Tenere 700

[@Geezertron]

Imagine needing an SOS button encase you drop your bike because it's too heavy

[@chrisredfield3240]

@will M if you drop the bike @ over 10mph the sos is sent automatically.

[@hipsabad]

don't hold out any hope for that; these guys are shills for 'corporate speak'

[@IanTed]

maans le roux Cant afford one then, shame, best all round bike I’ve ever ridden, and yes they are great off road.

[@imopn]

@@IanTed Good day mate, thanks for the reply. Didn't quite get what you meant. You saying I cant, or you cant afford a GS1200? Also what bike is good off-road? GS1200 or Yamaha Tenere 700?

[@TitoBobbyPh]

The harley is so beautiful...

[@cynicaldodgyknees6248]

I suppose beauty is in the eye of the beholder but to describe a Harley as beautiful is definitely an oxymoron.

[@richicamacho7989]

The Goldwing is the best bike period. Its like the minivan of motorcycles

[@josephandreuccetti8043]

Richi Camacho Id say SUV not minivan

[@orangelion03]

I like that CCM. shame it's not available in US.

[@edman79]

That's a shame. That was sexy

[@Mr0Judo0Man]

I'm sure they ship?

[@mistery00t29]

Bmw adventure...pay £5 000 more than last year for tft display...overpriced,and will be always!

[@MOSSFEEN]

pay for the the BADGE same as there shitty cars

[@TheMarkRich]

moving the goal posts? Bit of blue sky thinking there? Best get the thinking gears around the blurb before it hits the radar.

[@thresh86]

Beautifully executed video , good commentary. I don't agree with all the chosen bikes but that's not a problem , it would be a very boring world if the all riders rode the same bikes. Subscribed.

[@LOLgarena]

street triple, the head that only mother could love

[@sivvinod3187]

This aged well

[@frankstocker5475]

So agree about the Tracer 900 GT for for price value.

[@TheDervMan]

Great stuff. Really high quality production too. 👍🏻

[@OswaldoLafee]

Classy. You guys are great. I actually don't agree with all of your choices but always like your approach.

[@oatiepea1473]

It’s Milky from this is England! Andrew Shim. Well there’s a turn up for the books.

[@PeakandAbyss]

MILKY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Why did you do that to Combo mate??? Love your character in This is England and even more now that I know you ride!! Great review and phenomenal bikes for Europe!!Waiting for more to come!!

[@RevMonkey]

Rode the Ducati V4S yesterday.. video review going up soon. OMG. What a bike! IO wish I hadn;t liked it.

[@derf9465]

If you want features and toys go to Ann summers. Look at the size of these machines. Might as well buy a small car.

[@stevenfebvre5151]

This is "Autotraders" best bikes right? Not 'best bikes as voted by...' all just seems wrong and ill thought out or dare I say, rushed.

[@Mr0Judo0Man]

At least someone is doing decent bike reviews in the UK

[@stevenfebvre5151]

Martin Design Agreed. Most reviews hold some weight or offer some insight. I quite like Visordown reviews also 👍🏻

[@Ydkoll]

Steve Febvre:I totally agree! VisorDown reviews are awesome!

[@gateway_12a]

all the manufacturers advertise with auto-trader so I guess it’s fair to have a splash across the different brands - looks very political from where I’m sitting.

[@tms372]

No reason to get upity just cause they didn't mention your bike. Most of what they said was true.

[@OperationFoxley19441]

Where's the Honda NC 750s/x best commuter???

[@EinkOLED]

They're awful cheap bikes. Fuel economy and storage is great, but suspension, looks and build quality lets it down. Better alternative bikes out there for the same price.

[@OperationFoxley19441]

Well! Every man to his own but I absolutely love the Honda NC!!!

[@MyKharli]

mines 6 and a half years old 67000 trouble free all year round adventure riding ,I couldn't agree more . Super easy to maintain too.

[@honzo007]

Can't win every year ...😉 kzbin.info/www/bejne/iGakk6BnhM2iiac

[@Herzankerkreuz67]

83000km on my NC700S, 2013 have proven beyond a doubt that those NC bikes are best bang for the buck. And mind you I live in Central America where road conditions are challenging. Also I don't baby my bike but I do however give them regular maintenance. Things like wheel bearings, rear shock absorber,steering stem bearing etc do wear out under those conditions but that is normal in comparison to the conditions. Just did a compression test and results show still near new results. If you are mature enough to be happy with a 50 horsepower bike the NC is a partner for life. Absolutely love it. Eleven bikes in 40 years the NC is the one that takes the cake 👍🏍 Safe rides and travels

[@ardalla535]

Some of these choices make sense only if you define 'best' as 'ok, it has issues, but we'll ignore that for now'

[@anugrahcahya5964]

I thought best naked should be Ducati diavel 1260s, or Mv Agusta Brutale, or... Z1000 sugomi, those are great bikes. But for cruiser i Agree, Harley fatbob still the best

[@Maige2900]

They just gave most manufacturers a spot each

[@AidanTheLoverBoyOhDwyer]

Almost perfect video. Tenere is also an adventure bike. So you are still missing one bike to be crowned as The Best 2018 Sports Tourer. So? Is The Tenere or The 1200 The Best 2018 Adventure Bike then? Retro and Naked and Cafe Racer and Roadster and MIDDLEWEIGHT whatever that is are all to be considered as in the same category. They are all to be considered as Standard Motorcycle. Also you guys should at least two more categories. Dual Purpose. Maxi Scooter.

[@Mr0Judo0Man]

Great video Auto Trader... Please, can you do more bike reviews?

[@qataraldafnaheavyindustrie3900]

Your best video.Awesome music n super confident speakers + bikers

[@otakarlibal]

what about the kymco ak550? Taking the price into consideration I would say it is better than the honda mentioned in this video. My dad got the kymco and he was faster on it than a lot of people on tracer 900s on a race track, it has a great screen that connects to your phone and can show gps navigation. I am extremely impressed with it.

[@kulter20]

Keep dreaming that a 53 bph scooter will beat a 110 bhp bike on a track ;). Especially a GT model.

[@richicamacho7989]

Y'all should drive an Indian Scout...

[@StarAZ]

I come from the car world. It just cracks me up when I heard "the Honda worth five grand more than the equivalent from BMW"

[@danilocapellan1316]

Excellent video

[@diogomorato]

Lazy picking I'm sorry. Having 2 scooter categories with one being a confused overpriced mixclass a BMW 1200 and the GT900... Just saying, there were way better choices and more reasonable ones. Plus, if its "best bike" you need to consider explaining the criteria because on some you refer the price and on others you clearly didn't even factor it.

[@brno221973]

Quite a few negative comments given but not from me, mine is on the list, tracer 900GT 😁👍

[@steveardern4745]

CCM mindblowing

[@GHOS7v]

The fatbob is a great bike! However triumph and Indian have better alternatives at the moment without paying that insane Harley mark up price.

[@oo8663]

You can tell that they are messed up when you a Harley on a best bike list.

[@adrianfr05]

Ninja 400 or Ninja 650? as a starter A2 restricted bike

[@2506wesley]

go with the cheapest one and get a proper and most likely cheaper A sportsbike in a couple years

[@madbull4666]

I'm getting an SV650 for my A2 as it's still a very good bike at 47hp. You can get used for under 1000 if you want a bit of a tatty bike or under 2000 for a well maintained bike. Then once you get your A1 licence unrestricted then have 70hp.

[@redram5150]

No mention of Indian? Not buying that HD is superior to an Indian in anything other than T shirt sales

[@FlyingTigersKMT]

Is this like Motorcyclist magazine's car of the year award or Vogue magazine's best landscaper awards?

[@george5590]

how do you class a scooter?

[@lgen626]

Terrible choices Gents. You’ve left so many amazing bikes out.

[@augustineantony3854]

How much cost New Yamaha xsr 700..?

[@billiondollardan]

This is a spot to throw out names of all kinds of manufacturers and hopefully get some poor sod interested in something. Autotrader says here, "Just PLEASE buy something!"

[@dtrfilmz642]

Love these bikes 😍🤗❤️

[@tanktankerson1042]

Harley with a 114 cubic inch motor putting out what, 75 to 80 horsepower maybe? If you're going to suck up to an American Bike then, Indian with it's 111 cubic in motor puts out 109 horsepower and 120 lb ft of torque. I was with the factory Rep today and got the figures first hand for Indian. Harley? Seriously? Are they funding your show for the next year or something? They've "never" been the best cruiser, just the best when it comes to being overpriced and over-rated! Ugh...

[@BuilditRideit]

Harley: let's build an overpriced tourer. Royal enfield: I am about to end your whole career.

[@CCMMotorcyclesOfficial]

Brilliant stuff!!!

[@Mr0Judo0Man]

Nice hand built Retro, and its great its see CCM back in the limelight

[@inflammen1986]

What is the background music?

[@utubevideo1ful]

1:15 4:10 7:10

[@VideoInformation]

Versys 650, the best bike is the bike you can afford and enjoy driving.

[@liamnissanS2K]

Ive owned a 650. Good begginer bike. Try an FZ-07 though. Better all around.

[@abhinavtripathi7585]

Hey guys .... Y not triumph rocket 3 is the best cruiser?

[@steverogers3309]

This is an awesome review very detailed love it...

[@Ojisan642]

Hey it’s Milky!

[@conceptcs]

great list!

[@rolis.j]

Tamaha tmax is best scooter.second is xmax. Naked best is xrs700.bes adventure ktm 1190

[@sussexbikerpillion]

Nice over view. Never have we been so spoilt for choice. Nice to see Harley come out of their prehistoric cave. Mind you they have to too survive!

[@NameGoesHere341]

slowly but surely. baby steps. the new soft tail line is a good start. i hope they keep the momentum into their other lines.

[@1970HondaCL100]

This list is so sad... and then I got to the Peugeot. If these are the best bikes on offer then the motorcycle industry is in trouble.

[@agisler87]

What would have been on your list?

[@petyrkowalski9887]

Would,have a Triumph Thunderbird over a Harley any day.

[@markanderton8113]

The problem with all these professional reviews, is they only exist to get you to buy the bike. The differences between alot of the bikes are now very small. Why would a big manufacturer give out these test bikes, send people to expensive launches. They want to receive a positive review which in turn reflects in sales. If any of these sites said Suzuki were rubbish....how many bikes would come from Suzuki? It is all a big con...As an example the difference between a 2000 model gsx-r and 2010 gsx-r are marginal, infact I preferred the earlier model.

[@bostondye3736]

Why is "auto" trader giving out best bike awards?

[@progste]

Well at lest there is the speed triple i guess

[@Autospherechannel]

like it, great high quality

[@dirtsailoroff-road5580]

Auto trader owns all of these. Why else would they tell you to buy it?

[@yoshimitsu411]

Harley made it to the list?? No!

[@sussexbikerpillion]

yoshimitsu411 yes looks like they are coming out of their prehistoric cave. They have to to survive!

[@theholyramonempire]

I heard cushioned seating helps relieve butt hurt.

[@NameGoesHere341]

yeah, try the new soft tail line up. i swear the motorcycle fan boys are worse than the truck fan boys.

[@jdord4838]

I road an sv650s throughout college never let me down with minimal maetenance. I ride an s1000rr but still consider the sv650s the best all around bike...Yeshua (Jesus Christ) is the way!

[@RichO1701e]

Did he really start this video with "eh up!" ?? Most Northern video ever!

[@realscandal5043]

what bout best overall bike? :D

[@abellanyi8506]

In my opinion the best naked is the KTM Duke 790!

[@xxmisschellexx]

Care-uh-SACK-E, COW-eh-SACK-E ...Kawasaki. It’s Kawasaki, guys.

[@AlbertoLopez-uz2mt]

The indian scout bobber is waaayyy better than that Harley !

[@terrynolan5831]

Didn't Harley buy Armstrong designs ??

[@JoshKloosterman]

As cool as it is to hate on Harley, they have been knocking it out of the park since 2014 and the rushmore update. The Previous 111 years don't really count. Go demo a Fatbob 107 or 114, they legit belong here.

[@highlight9014]

Sorry did he just say £30,000!

[@vstm3950]

Was expecting to see Africa Twin in it

[@nima4416]

No ktm and no electric?

[@coltonwancho6571]

Milky what are you doing reviewing bikes lol

[@coltonwancho6571]

Yeah look at the scare on his face

[@VespaNuman]

Had enough of his Lambretta conking out

[@adoptheckler6836]

So no place for vintage/classic look bikes?. Shame.

[@wojobojo8020]

What about retro bikes?

[@adoptheckler6836]

@@wojobojo8020 that's what. Thanks.

[@SamB-fv6su]

These guys would sell their grandmother if they could get a price on her

[@rowanraath]

BMW 1200GS ? Seriously, why not the Ducati Multistrada 1260 which is both better and infinitely more exciting to ride.

[@flitsies]

If this is what they are calling the best then perhaps it's time to give up motorcycling until they come up with something reasonable that might actually be the best. The gold wing is all out of proportions, it's just wrong it looks wrong. the Harley! well it's a Harley nuff said. The only bike that came close to nudging my interest was the Ninja and that's old.

[@elempanadar1184]

Do you even know about bikes???

[@jeffiles7953]

Phil West speaks slightly too fast to make a good presenter.

[@bikerbeliever8169]

211 horsepower bike? Overkill dont u think

[@sarangag]

You just had the environment for showing sound of every bike you selected and this video would have been more appealing and trustworthy. You just missed the train...

[@petedavis8701]

It’s a bastard when you’ve got enough money to buy any of those bikes but are too old to ride them!

[@WyreForestBiker]

Your never too old Pete … modern bikes are so easy to ride .

[@tms372]

Right-on david, when I can't walk to the garage I'll stop riding. Maybe purchase a trike then.

[@Philililihp]

Harley Davidson in the best bike list?!? wtf? Harley´s are well know to be at the bottom of any best bike list, expensive, old and unreliable. where do you get this list?

[@gaeldesmontagnesnoires1711]

Honda Rebel 500?

[@NathanInTheBath]

Honda Rebel took the Best A2 in 2017 :) kzbin.info/www/bejne/qKvSdH2Mh6iEbas

[@pippipster6767]

Ecky-Thump

[@nigeltoulson6556]

No Brough Superior SS???????????,??

[@amrr_iz]

How is the GS better than my multistrada enduro!? sighhhh

[@LuisGamboa-EIDOS]

Only agree with the Goldwing and Panigale, the rest is the worst selection I ever seen.

[@dereklindberg7577]

Leave it to the British to pick the ugliest Harley to win. .smh

[@buzz10014]

that was a cool vid