Top 5 Budget-Friendly Cruisers for Relaxed Riding

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CHAPTERS
0:00 Intro
0:43 Royal Enfield Super Meteor 650
5:59 Royal Enfield Shotgun 650
7:41 Kawasaki Eliminator 450
9:50 Honda Rebel 500
11:05 CF Moto CLC 450

[@yammienoob]

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[@rleerm]

Best budget cruiser is a 2nd hand cruiser. They're often low mileage and retro/vintage/classic by definition 😉 Nothing is more relaxing then riding a cheap bike that can take a scratch or two without worries.

[@karnijj1]

I bought a new one, but it was my first bike. After owning it for a year, I realized just how right you are. I would have been very happy with a gently used bike and my wallet would have liked it alot better too.

[@adamlanglois563]

Yep I agree, I'm glad I got cruiser bikes out of my system with a couple of old metric bikes. On that note the 1100 virago is a great bike if you can find a nice one cheap

[@AvidUTuber]

Not to mention the best bikes are in our past, just like with automobiles. I dont ride, but if do, I'm getting a Yamaha Roadstar Warrior. That thing dominated motorcycle magazines when I was a kid

[@adamlanglois563]

@@AvidUTuber this is why I've got a 99 Vmax. Fuel economy like a pickup truck and enough juice that it'd be adequate for a small car

[@danielschneider1663]

The Kawasaki Eliminator is a awesome bike! So sporty and crusie at the same time! You wont regret getting a Eliminator

[@markmorais5846]

Tom Cochrane wrote Life is a Highway. Semi decent cover by Rascal Flatts but nothing beats the original!

[@ziaoemmanuel]

Soon as I saw the title I knew Yammie would do anything in his power to not recommend the Vulcan S😭

[@Kukoka_Ch.]

as a non motorcycle rider I don't understand why not the vulcan S? I've used my buddy's vulcan s in a parking lot and he said it's only 13k

[@ZeroXSEED]

@@Kukoka_Ch. He overstated the smoothness (aka boring sound) of Kawasaki 650cc engine. He basically hates every single Kawasaki 650.

[@alberto5147]

Life is a Highway is by Tom Cochrane

[@VigilanteMike]

Yeah idk who rascal flats is I'm thinking Yammie may be a bit flat

[@chrisdavis3551]

Also, Chris LeDoux

[@Feints309]

The movie Cars used the Rascal Flats version of the song. Which I’m assuming he is referring too

[@tjmoney0]

Rascals flats version or no version take it or leave it

[@daltonwilkes260]

Perfected by rascal flats

[@1mikespeed]

Vulcan 650s. low seat and well balanced

[@AddumEnied]

The Super Meteor is a great bike, rode one last friday, and its great. The only downside to it is the lack of a rev meter.... srsly RE, go put the INT dash on it pls. Oh and unlike some other bikes in the category *cough Rebel* you can actually fit on the thing as an adult male.

[@airheadzradioadventures]

Have had the Super Meteor for 6 months now with no complaints, just grins. That CFM looks pretty sharp!

[@thetrustysidekick3013]

CFMOTO sells the CLC450 in my country and it is smooth.

[@Nate_N21]

I have had the Eliminator since last November and as a new rider I love it. So many things that made it enjoyable and ideal for me. Even put a M4 exhaust on it.

[@danielschneider1663]

Great Bike!

[@johnwillard6198]

Which color ?

[@Nate_N21]

@@johnwillard6198 The SE model which comes in Orange & Black.

[@weylins]

Got mine back in November. It's the fifth bike I've owned and honestly it's my favorite to date. Perfect urban cruiser and still fun on the backroads

[@paulwyatt8523]

Mate, I just want to say thank you for being YOU, for being the scheduled TV replacement, for being quality. I don't do adverts or brands, but I might actually buy your t-shirt...I don't even know why, but I will!😁

[@samirhadade]

I bought a Kawasaki W800. Amazing bike, simple, easy to work on, reliable and fun. I had a road King, then a PanAmerica HD and a Versys 1000se. All amazing bikes....but this one is...special. it's weird 😂. It captures my heart 😂

[@shanepeles3227]

Yamaha bolt is great starter too

[@b1232r]

I love my Bolt

[@tsukemonomitch5679]

Why vulcan not on here? XD but the eliminator is

[@plakantito]

CFMoto CL-C looks cool specially with that belt drive. The sound of that stock pipe is really awesome!

[@3_character_minimum]

On Royal einfield my Indian colleague described thier business strategy as, make for a modern Indian and Europe, and the Americans will follow

[@beetelgeuse9938]

got my first bike last year it was a vulcan s, loved that bike. heading to port dover for Friday the 13th got rear ended by another bike.......... now I have a 96 honda shadow 1100. pretty badass bike tbh.

[@RobDaKid87]

Shadow was my buddies first bike, and he enjoyed it. Glad you're ok and still riding. 👍

[@seafooddiablo5686]

The RE 650s and rebel 500 and great bikes. I'll admit i had a ton of fun at a CFmoto demo ride event, but im still a bit nervous about china bikes.

[@mrcool-ko4od]

Definitely missed having some cruiser content on this channel

[@RobDaKid87]

If the Eliminator or Vulcan came in a 1000 version or somewhere abouts I'd consider it. Then add a quick shifter and cruise and id buy one.

[@kennethanway7979]

I had an eliminater 250 back in the day! Fun bike... like riding a stingray bicycle with an engine! 😀👍

[@Mikky5000]

I bought the Eliminator 450 as my first(ish, had a 2002 ninja 500r but only used for practice before selling it) true motorcycle. It is a wonderful bike as I am short AND it still has some pretty good power to use. Also got it on sale thankfully, it was the tail end of a Kawasaki sale at the Ride Now near me.

[@jackboudreaux5883]

I'm looking at a eliminator at a ride now no where near me, i would have to pay $500 shipping but it still beats local prices, is Ride now trust worthy? , i see bad reviews.

[@paulmares9815]

Hyosung 650GV Aquila A beginner friendly sports-cruiser. But tbh, it can be a pretty mean monster if you want it to be 🤘🏻

[@cmorgan0730]

Definitely the eliminator

[@calvinboon715]

1) Royal Enfield Super Meteor 650 2) Royal Enfield Shotgun 650 3) Kawasaki Eliminator 400 4) Honda Rebel 500 5) CF Moto CLC 450

[@billfowler2867]

CTX700. Low seat height, peppy engine, very comfortable with great handling. Since it was kind of a sales disappointment, they’re surprisingly affordable.

[@silky_smooth9475]

Ay you got the eliminator in there thanks man....id love to hear your full review on the eliminator .....i know how much like kawis lol

[@johnlopez805]

CFMoto is going to be main stream

[@BoogieIRL]

It already is brother

[@RobDaKid87]

I see them flying off my local dealers. They're quite popular already. Ita only gonna grow as long as they last over time.

[@owen3188]

thoughts on the benelli 502c? Pretty cool lookin budget cruiser

[@LARGO125]

An H2 Eliminator would be sick. With a lengthened stroke and a 270° crank.

[@stratrovarius]

What bike would i choose from this list depends on the terms, conditions and mostly discounts provided by my local dealer. So far i am very happy with my 2023 Honda Rebel 500 SE but any bike from this video would do the job just fine i guess.

[@user-xv1ho5cu1v]

Yammi, would you recommend getting a helmet with or without a drop-down visor? I have been wanting to upgrade my helmet, i mostly commute to work with some spirited riding. I am looking at the HJC i10 which is snell approved with a drop down visor, where i could just get a different color visor for the sun. Or i could get an AGV K3 with a drop down visor which is dot and ece certified. What are your thoughts on integrated sun visors?

[@josephesquivel4066]

I would say the real question concerning the CFMoto is how long will it last riding it?

[@adamlanglois563]

The Aussies and South African folks seem to like them. I'm Canadian and I know a few farmers and hunters who use their side by sides and quads. They might be worth a shot, but the modern market has a heck of a lot of good options.

[@rickymckim4480]

Used Honda Shadow ftw

[@Nonresponder01]

I think triumph just released a new budget friendly cruiser too, right? Not sure how good it is though. The 400. And maybe 400x.

[@mikehurley5052]

A gazillion videos on here about it.

[@aaronleverton4221]

Owned both Rebel 250 and Eliminator EL 250 (SEAsia). Will never have another Rebel, would definitely have another Eliminator. Only REs I want are the Classic 350 and GT. Have learnt that feet-forward cruisers really aren't my thing.

[@ephraimwatkins7229]

Is the honda shadow phantom a good cruiser? Because I hardly here anyone talk about even though it seems like a decent bike.

[@zachbaxter8598]

I am lost on why the Vulcan s 650 is so hated. I bought one last year and it's a great cruiser with ample lean angle and power.

[@sketchmoon3333]

on my way to buy a 700cc V4 super magna. budget friendly at

[@shoibkhan976]

In indian market we can get the shotgun 650 in just 5000 dollars including road taxes nd evrything ❤

[@vjabonador1067]

I don't think the Bristol brand has entered the USA yet but here in South East Asia, the Bristol Bobber 700 is a major contender in this category.

[@kenet71]

Bought the z650rs 🏍️

[@naecho]

What are your thoughts on the Svartpilen 401 2024? I got a 2023 model because I honestly think it's way better looking.

[@johnwillard6198]

I’ll take one of each in every color they come in 😊. In all honesty I’m leaning Kawasaki

[@Mrmoocows99]

Hey, You guys always reccomend your shop, in videos but the links and anything I can find are only for going to subscribe, and not to buy gear like Gloves Helmets, Jackets etc. Is that only for members or is that open to everyone and I am just too stupid to find it?

[@genevievejoshua]

Eliminator standard. I really dont like the contemporary look of a cruiser. standard eliminator looks stand between naked and cruiser and i freaking love it. not to mention it has the naked bike tuning kawasaki please please please make an inline 4 eliminator

[@1SaG]

I don't really have an opinion on Chinese bikes, but I will say that the CLC 450 looks like what Kawasaki should've delivered with the EL 500. And the EL 500 looks more like an awkward Chinese attempt at a cruiser than the actual Chinese attempt at a cruiser.

[@Livedracersteve]

I have been waiting and begging for a bike similar to a Magna VF1100, the fact someone has not made a V4 super cruiser for the modern market is crazy to me.

[@sparklefitness1714]

Woohooo!!

[@TopNotchPanch]

I’m pretty sure the Honda is a 180 degree P twin, are the elimanator and clc 270 degree twins ? I think the sound of the 180 is a deal breaker for me. I have an MC19 currently and I’m looking for something more comfortable and throaty for a 2nd bike, so v twin or 270 twin for me

[@sansaaaaa202]

I'm taking the MSF in a few months and starting to budget and save and I think I have my heart set on the Eliminator. It's such a beautiful bike. Though after watching the video, I think it might now have some competition from the Super Meteor.

[@SuperTimawa]

The Philippines has the Bristol Bobber 650/700. You should check it out, Yammie Noob! 🇵🇭

[@aidenkimball7903]

Can u review a gsx-s 750

[@Waffles--zl8yi]

I can… it’s freaking awesome.

[@svaralen]

What about taller riders on the Eliminator? I am 1,82cm high...

[@adithyachennamadhavuni6155]

Re shotgun is 6800 !!

[@lazysmurf420]

By Rascal Flatts..... lol

[@AstaoftheBlackBulls]

Got my like off the David So gif alone lol

[@kontikinomads6750]

How about a video for guys over 6' since theres only like 5 bikes out there

[@Slayer_syndicate]

buy a used indian scout or scout bobber for $9k and have comfort and also power.

[@adithyachennamadhavuni6155]

2 re in one video ! Damn

[@simplerick3851]

I thought All Booner bikes were short....😅

[@kullhappy2071]

Day 14 of asking Papa Yam to feature SuperbikeRacer in a react episode!

[@blackbuttecruizr]

If I was in the market, the Royal Enfield would get my vote.

[@TexasSteele67]

Here fer the Eliminator H2 !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@longduckdong123]

Hey yammi, Rascal Flatts didn't write that song.

[@post_cancer_beautycandyjon1049]

Brotherrrrrrrrrr

[@microchrist6122]

Yammy Davidson is my fav Yammy

[@mkshffr4936]

Personally I am more inclined to the Meteor 350 or the Interceptor.

[@lambertj.2892]

20 hp. I could run faster than that.

[@mkshffr4936]

@@lambertj.2892 I would like to see that. In fact I would like to see you try it with a 49cc scooter. I outgrew the boy racer stage long ago.

[@percentbigfoot]

​@@lambertj.2892u must have well oiled pistons going on for ya. 😂

[@danv.5568]

Life is a highway is by the local band that plays at the bar near my house. I have no idea who those other people are you’re talking about.

[@philsmith2346]

Royal Enfield!

[@ryann6919]

Turbo Busa @4:28

[@StreetSinner]

Eliminator 696 with buckhorn bars, throwback style cooler than the recent design, which looks weak, back to the 80's vibe instead, black n' chrome. With dynamic damping. Yammieha could do the same with the X-Max (the 80's bike, not the scooter). Surely they are sitting on a sad pile of R6 engines :(

[@coku636]

I just find out that ducati had made a streetfighter 848 and 1098

[@johnlopez805]

Royal enfield FTW

[@Hash9377]

I’m so brotherd out right now brother 👴

[@Coldwarrior7781]

Yammie consistent if nothing else. Constantly shitting on Boomers.

[@Kukoka_Ch.]

is this because yammie is short?

[@porkoholic]

Eliminator 450 is just a baby Vulcan 650

[@danielschneider1663]

Not even close, the Eliminator has mid control and is way more sporty than the cruiser Vulcan. It's a super fun bike

[@Zackaroo1976]

Tom Cochrane

[@johnlopez805]

😂😂😂

[@cdbrown30]

You said “royal enfield” like a motorcycle exhaust

[@thinkingimpaired5663]

Need more power

[@johnwillard6198]

I’m a still awake boomer😂

[@superduperkid3143]

A cruiser shouldn't sound like a ninja 400.

[@ShinzouWoSateSateSate]

Then the CFMoto 450 CL-C it is.

[@BlokeOnAMotorbike]

Dear CFMoto: cruisers have TWO rear shocks, not one.

[@ShinzouWoSateSateSate]

Ya win some, ya lose some. You get forward controls, a 270° crank engine and a belt-driven final drive, but the rear suspension is monoshock

[@s0meguy809]

The tank on the kawi is kinda ugly. The tank on the honda is even uglier.

[@jimscarnivorekitchen4731]

Rascal Flats? That was the shitty remake.

[@RobDaKid87]

I can't believe there's an entire brand that looks so dull.

[@TheKittyClink]

Pardon me Mr YAMMIE NO LISTEN HERE SONNY *links lips for a awkwardly long time* yOu can't SAy ThAt aB0ut Cruisers you seen S0nny I rode my harley thru the veitnam highway of 69 and I had 420 veitcong chasing me thru the jungle on a 300 cc Supersport roadster!

[@No_one1776]

Cf 🤔😑😆

[@nataliestennett5230]

Tom Cochrane...

[@williamsouthworth5275]

Really Another Video on Royal End trails, Shotgun, as is, Riding Shotgun? Taking you for a ride! In the Bitch Seat... Ha! but I don't mean it in a bad way? How else could mean it?

[@TrippyWheelz]

I’ve had many types of bikes and if I am going with a stripped down cruiser it’s a Harley or Indian. This is not because of “merica” it’s because I like the way those ride for that type of riding. I don’t care where it’s made or who made it but there is a reason those 2 brands have always owned that industry. Problem is price. If you want a budget price you would have to get it used when talking about Harley or Indian.

[@sunsinger970]

Harley will never make a bike that costs less than ten grand.

[@johnvannewhouse]

Um....Tom Cochrane DID IT FIRST!!! SO THAT MAKES IT HIS TUNE!!!!

[@chad4474]

Yammiedavidson. !!!

[@news603redux]

I find it more than a little suspect that you gave the price of every bike except for the Eliminator 450. The bike has no style, it looks like nothing special. The frame is fugly too. Worst of all is that you somehow consider this "nothing" bike as budget-friendly. Yes, I know what year it is, but $7000.00 {aka SEVEN GRAND} for a 450cc motorcycle is nothing short of lunacy. Only Royal Enfield's are priced anywhere near sanity today and even they're adding on a grand in bogus fees out the door.

[@Coldwarrior7781]

I hate that they gave it the Eliminator name. I had an 85 Eliminator 900. It was special in looks and performance. The new one is just another also ran.

[@LaJiahao]

Meow

[@sbsb4995]

Honda rebel is shit, to say the least. That CF moto is hot. ❤