Best commuter bike on Reddit
173 reviews from r/indianbikes, r/SuggestAMotorcycle, r/bikecommuting and 19 more subreddits
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#1
Honda
4.6
(22)
"Best with great milage"
"Would be great in the city."
"The perfect commuter bike. Super agile, just enough power. Integrated storage."
"It's larger than you want but it's a great commuter and I used it all last winter in Toronto"
"Preferably the DCT. Automatic transmission."
"Sp125 bro"
"SP125, i am using daily for 90km"
"Honda Shine 125, the splendor looks dated and Shine offers better comfort and power."
"Splendor+ is a great bike, no doubt. But Shine125 or SP125 or Unicorn are good too!"
"Splendor Plus without a doubt. No other 100/125cc comes even close to it in terms of ride quality."
#2
Trek
4.5
(11)
"I like basic hybrids for commuting; Trek FX, Giant Escape, Cannondale Quick."
"Trek District 4 is pretty cool."
"I have a Trek FX 2 and I love it."
"Trek FX3 or Dual Sport 3. Both hybrid bikes with 1x drivetrains."
"It will at the very least make an excellent starting tour bike."
"I just got a trek FX 2 at Greggs the other day! $650 for the bike itself."
"You can get a brand new previous gen Trek FX for less than the current gen right now."
"You can get something like a rim brake Trek FX for as little as $150-200 in good shape."
"For longer rides, fitness hybrids, Trek FX, Specialized Sirrus, Cannondale Quick."
"I'm waiting for the Trek District 4 Equipped to be available."
#3
Brompton
4.8
(9)
"For commuting and final destination storage: A brompton."
"The best commuter bike IMO is a Brompton."
"Brompton wins hands down."
"If money isn’t a factor, Brompton is the way. Super light, quickest fold."
"I'm quite happy for my commute of 20 minutes biking, 10-minute metro ride and another 20 minutes on the bike."
"Getting a Brompton -- if it's fits -- is a no brainer."
"I love my Brompton and got it for its great portability."
"Bike-Metra-Bike screams for a folding bike just for the 'you can't ever turn me away'-ness regarding Metra."
"Perhaps a Brompton ?"
#4
Suzuki
4.7
(9)
"The two best commuter bikes imo."
"Of course."
"Its rider position is more upright than the sport bikes."
"I think there should be a sticky post here that for 99% of posts that the SV650 or FZ6 is the answer."
"Comfortable, light, sporty, but super cheap."
"Perfect commuter, power is a great balance between approachable and fun."
"V-Strom 650 easily fits the bill. It's quite narrow, not too heavy, reliable and a bigger front wheel always helps with poor roads."
"Suzuki Van Van, a FI model."
"Got a great 70's vibe could open up a bit of adventuring."
#5
Hero
4.8
(8)
"Splendor should be the best commuter bike."
"Splendor is a lovely bike to learn, crash, begin with!"
"Bro I purchased hf deluxe canvas best decision taken by me 99cc bike touch 100kmh and 60km+ mileage"
"Splendor Plus without a doubt. No other 100/125cc comes even close to it in terms of ride quality, reliability and overall performance."
"Splendor is GOAT man. Don't even look for other options if he's fine with this bike."
"I'm considering buying a new commuter bike for my dad, and my initial choice is the Hero Splendor Plus."
"Hero splendor or platina. Discover also okay"
"Go for the HF Deluxe. It is basically just the Splendor, but cheaper."
#6
Honda NC750X
4.8
(5)
"Honda NC750x, and it aint even close"
"If you go with the nc750X, I recommend DCT."
"Honda nc750x great fuel economy, trunk, great torque, Honda reliability also available with DCT automatic"
"The perfect bike for that."
"Honda NC750x."
#7
Marin
4.2
(5)
"I love it."
"Both look solid, if you go for the Marin, get fenders."
"My vote is for the Marin"
"I personally like the Muirwoods because of the 1x10 system, the new head tube angle and the 700c wheels."
"I ended up buying the Kentfield cause it felt right at home for me, it felt like I was 10 again."
#8
Yamaha
4.8
(4)
"...definitely a shaft-driven tourer, I used to do similar on an ST1100, but nowadays it'd be the FJR1300..."
"MT07 has pretty plush suspension and is a riot to rip on. Plus they are lightweight"
"Lovely retro looking machine with modern reliability."
"Look at a nice naked bike, mt07, mt09"
#9
Kawasaki Ninja 650
4.5
(4)
"Ninja 650. I love my commutes on the highway and it costs minimal to run."
"Kawasaki ninja 650. Z650 or z650rs."
"Get a Ninja 650"
"TLDR - get a Ninja 650"
#10
Kawasaki Versys 650
4.3
(4)
"My friend, you want a Versys 650."
"Versys 650"
"Versys owner, more than capable on the highway."
"Versys 650 can be had used for like 5K"
#11
Surly
4.3
(4)
"Surly makes some quality bikes in large sizes, can't go wrong with them."
"The Surly Preamble comes in under $1k, and is a pretty solid bike for the money."
"Fun to ride, no disc brake (I consider them to be a flag for thieves), can carry stuff, customizable as you wish."
"Surly bikes has the Preamble on sale right now."
#12
Giant
4.7
(3)
"You could get a brand new Giant Escape for $350 that would be exactly what you're looking for."
"For commuters, I always recommend ppl to check Giant Escape and Trek FX 1st."
"Go on FB Marketplace and look for a used hybrid. Something like a Giant Escape."
#13
Specialized
4.7
(3)
"I'd get a Specialized Sirrus 1.0. Should be $400 to $500 brand new, gives you 2 x 8 gearing."
"I recently picked up a few years old Specialized Sirrus for commuting."
"I really like my Specialized Roll Low Entry."
#14
Priority Bicycles
4.7
(3)
"The priority 600 is probably the absolute best commuter bike on the market in the US but it’s also $2500."
"If you can stretch your budget to $1300. The priority continuum is pretty much the perfect/best commuter bike available on the market right now."
"Priority Classic Plus (possibly cheaper thru Costco)."
#15
Priority
4.3
(3)
"Priority 600, great bike reasonable price and almost bomb proof."
"Priority 600."
"I would do a titanium build based on the priority 600."
#16
Triban
4.3
(3)
"The tribans are probably the best value bikes you can get out there."
"Everything else is solid. Definitely get it, it even has mount points for racks."
"Got a mate who has a Triban and says it’s pretty good for him."
#17
TVS
4.0
(3)
"You can even check out the TVS raider coz it's a 125cc and it has some sporty looks to it."
"You can even check out the TVS raider coz it's a 125cc and it has some sporty looks to it."
"TVs raider in my opinion is such great value for money and also fun when you need it to be."
#18
Specialized Sirrus
5.0
(2)
"Trek FX, Specialized Sirrus, Cannondale Quick all start around $500 for rim brakes and $600 for disc brakes."
"Specialized has some of its Sirrus models on sale now. The Sirrus is a great choice for road and pavement."
#19
Honda Monkey
5.0
(2)
"Honda Monkey!"
"Honda Monkey."
#20
Apollo
5.0
(2)
"I have an Apollo (aluminum) and I love it. Great in snow. Fast. Comfortable."
"I have an Apollo (aluminum) and I love it. Great in snow. Fast. Comfortable."
#21
Yamaha Tenere 700
5.0
(2)
"Look at the Yamaha Tenere T7. It's specs are so much more impressive."
"Tenere 700."
#22
Triumph
5.0
(2)
"I think this is where a previous generation shines."
"Triumph street triple ❤️"
#23
Honda Grom
5.0
(2)
"I love my Grom - reliable, simple, cheap, easy to ride & fun."
"I would say, Honda Grom or a cruiser-type motorcycle."
#24
Bajaj
4.5
(2)
"For the 100cc Sector, get the Platina, available with ABS."
"Bajaj platina"
#25
Cube
4.5
(2)
"Offers exceptionally lightweight with nice cushy tires and internal belt drive."
"Cube Hyde Pro or Boardman URB 8.9"
#26
Suzuki SV650
4.0
(2)
"SV650 is dirt cheap and everywhere. Upwards of 50mpg."
"SV650, VStrom, Rebel 500, Versys, Moto Guzzi V7, NC750/CB500X."
#27
Honda SP125
4.0
(2)
"Pillion - SP125 (Bland looks really old design, reliable engine, good service)"
"For a budget commuter SP125 will always be my pick."
#28
Suzuki V-Strom 650
4.0
(2)
"VStrom 650"
"Sounds like the bike you're looking for is the V Strom 650."
#29
Mutt Mongrel
4.0
(2)
"Pre-owned Mutt Mongrel."
"On top of the Mutts, have a look a bluroc, AJSs and I think even Lexmoto does one with a café or scrambler look."
#30
Spot Acme
4.0
(2)
"[Spot Acme.](https://spotbikes.com/collections/bikes/products/acme-bike) (OK, not super-lightweight, but quality components.)"
"Quality components and Spot has been making high-end bikes for years."
#31
Fairlight
5.0
(1)
"It's a Fairlight Strael 3.0, absolutely gorgeous ride."
#32
REI Co-op
5.0
(1)
"I recently got an ebike (rei co-op) for my commute."
#33
Xpulse
5.0
(1)
"If you live in a normal city, nothing beats the comfort of Xpulse on our “roads”. Cheap to own and maintain."
#34
A&C Bike Shop
5.0
(1)
"There's a really kool bike shop out in Pico Rivera if you want to weigh your options."
#35
Recycled Cycles
5.0
(1)
"Update: purchased from recycled cycles. They were super helpful and I’d recommend them to anyone!"
#36
BMW
5.0
(1)
"They do exactly what you describe."
#37
Yamaha MT-09
5.0
(1)
"Commuted for 6 years on my MT09, was perfect."
#38
Ti Tourer
5.0
(1)
"I love my Ti Tourer with Di2 for commuting."
#39
Gazelle C380+
5.0
(1)
"It's lovely and checks all your boxes."
#40
Kawasaki Vulcan 900
5.0
(1)
"I went with a Kawasaki Vulcan 900. It’s perfect."
#41
Yamaha FJR1300
5.0
(1)
"Get an older FJR1300. It will eat the miles with ease and a relatively cheap service schedule."
#42
Honda Africa Twin
5.0
(1)
"Africa twin, I do 75 miles each commuting to London and is the bike."
#43
Colnago
5.0
(1)
"An Italian race machine...mitigates a lot of those days."
#44
Canyon
5.0
(1)
"It's needed so little maintenance over the 2+ years, it's absolutely astounding."
#45
Onyx
5.0
(1)
"I bought an Onyx 14 months ago and I absolutely love it."
#46
Royal Enfield
4.0
(1)
"The interceptor 650, not continental but the interceptor."
#47
KTM
4.0
(1)
"Naked bike with clipons quite narrow."
#48
Strida
4.0
(1)
"A non standard choice worth looking into is a Strida"
#49
Boardman CX Team
4.0
(1)
"Some suggestions: Boardman CX Team. 2012-2018."
#50
Yamaha Tracer 9
4.0
(1)
"Yamaha Tracer 9 is great."
#51
Kwiggle Folding Bike
4.0
(1)
"Take a look at our Kwiggle folding bike which is the most compact folding bike in the world."
#52
Rebel
4.0
(1)
"I think the Rebel is a great choice, If you like the cruiser look."
#53
Hybrid Bike
4.0
(1)
"A hybrid bike with a rack and flat pedals would be better."
#54
Fitness, city, hybrid
4.0
(1)
"There are a bunch of options open to you."
#55
Riese & Müller Delite4
4.0
(1)
"This ebike with all of the upgrades (high speed, rohloff, fox suspension)"
#56
Gravel Bike Flatbar
4.0
(1)
"I use a flatbar gravel bike with a fun little basket on the front."
#57
Trek Domane
4.0
(1)
"Me, I’d be looking at endurance road with 28-35mm tires. That sector often come with rack mounts."
#58
Mountain Bike 90s Hardtail Single Speed
4.0
(1)
"If I were starting over for a relaxed commute and wanted to be ready for less than ideal conditions with as little fuss as possible: hardtail single speed 90s mountain bike with a rack."
#59
Yamaha MT
4.0
(1)
"Maybe a Yamaha MT, those are excellent street bikes."
#60
Suzuki TU250X
4.0
(1)
"I get positive comments on the retro look of my tu250x."
#61
Honda CG125
4.0
(1)
"You could try a cg125 or a suzuki gn/gs125."
#62
Tern HSD
4.0
(1)
"Something in the Tern HSD series."
#63
Serial 1 RUSH/CTY SPEED
4.0
(1)
"Here's the short list I used when shopping for a Class 3 bike: Serial 1 RUSH/CTY SPEED."
#64
Bike Friday Tikit
4.0
(1)
"The Tikit was their quickest folding bike and it's perfect for what you are describing."
#65
Luna Stealth
4.0
(1)
"This Costco deal on the current is worth the $300 premium in my opinion for the gates belt drive."
#66
Ariel Rider Kepler
4.0
(1)
"I'd think the Ariel Rider Kepler would actually be good for this."
#67
SV650
4.0
(1)
"Comfortable posture and cheap to buy and repair."
#68
Triban Disc RC120
4.0
(1)
"I have a Triban Disc RC120. Think it's going at £500 at the moment. Use it to commute and do some road riding... it's holding up well."
#69
Moto Guzzi
4.0
(1)
"It's mid size, very comfortable."
#70
Columbus Cyclery
4.0
(1)
"You should have no trouble finding something well within your budget that's light enough to carry easily."
#71
Boardman
4.0
(1)
"Both make okay bikes around that price point."
#72
Trek FX 2
3.0
(1)
"Doesn't have a carbon fork so will probably ride a little less comfortably and weigh more than the other bikes."
#73
Lexmoto
3.0
(1)
"I know they are v cheap but are they decent enough for what I need?"
#74
Mash 125
3.0
(1)
"It’s not as bad as everyone makes it out to be."
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