1. Set the real budget
Include registration, insurance, financing, fuel, maintenance and riding gear instead of using the sticker price alone.
Motorcycle buying guide
How to choose the right motorcycle in the Philippines
Instead of dozens of separate “best motorcycle” pages, this guide brings the main buying decisions together. Start with budget and use, narrow by physical fit and equipment, then open the exact model for current prices, specs, financing, ownership cost and sources.
Start with the decision
Do not choose a motorcycle from one ranking
A useful shortlist changes when your budget, inseam, traffic, passenger use, luggage needs or road type changes. Use rankings as filters, not as a universal verdict.
2. Match the use
City commuting, delivery work, weekend touring and expressway use reward different engine, weight, transmission and fuel-tank tradeoffs.
3. Check physical fit
Seat height and curb weight are measurable starting points. Actual confidence also depends on seat width, balance, controls and your proportions.
4. Verify the exact variant
ABS, connectivity, colors and price can change by trim. Open the exact model page before assuming every version has the same equipment.
Budget
Set a custom budget →Motorcycles under ₱100,000
Use price as the first filter, then compare weight, transmission, braking and fuel use. A cheaper motorcycle is not automatically the cheapest one to own.
Honda
TMX125 Alpha
₱56,900125 cc · 113 kg · 759 mm seat · ManualYamahaYTX 125
₱57,900125 cc · 114 kg · 800 mm seat · ManualHondaWave RSX
₱62,900–₱64,900109 cc · 98 kg · 760 mm seat · ManualSuzukiSmash FI
₱68,400–₱73,400113 cc · 94 kg · 755 mm seat · ManualMotorStarXplorer 250R
₱69,000249.6 cc · 146 kg · 795 mm seat · ManualKeewayCafe Racer 152
₱69,900149 cc · 108 kg · 770 mm seat · ManualHondaXRM125
₱71,900–₱76,900125 cc · 102 kg · 775 mm seat · ManualSuzukiRaider J Crossover
₱71,900113 cc · 96 kg · 765 mm seat · ManualScooters and automatics
Scooters and automatic motorcycles
Automatic scooters reduce clutch and shifting workload in traffic. Compare seat height, curb weight, storage, wheel size, fuel tank and the exact variant before deciding.
Suzuki
Skydrive Sport
₱73,900113 cc · 93 kg · 740 mm seat · AutomaticYamahaMio i 125
₱77,900–₱82,900125 cc · 92 kg · 750 mm seat · AutomaticYamahaMio Gear
₱79,400–₱82,400125 cc · 96 kg · 750 mm seat · AutomaticSuzukiAvenis
₱81,400124 cc · 106 kg · 780 mm seat · AutomaticHondaClick 125i
₱81,900125 cc · 111 kg · 769 mm seat · AutomaticKymcoAgility Eco 125i
₱82,500124 cc · 119 kg · 760 mm seatSuzukiBurgman Street
₱84,400124 cc · 110 kg · 780 mm seat · AutomaticSuzukiAccess
₱85,900124 cc · 106 kg · 770 mm seat · AutomaticLowest-price automatic options
Suzuki
Skydrive Sport
₱73,900113 cc · 93 kg · 740 mm seat · AutomaticYamahaMio i 125
₱77,900–₱82,900125 cc · 92 kg · 750 mm seat · AutomaticYamahaMio Gear
₱79,400–₱82,400125 cc · 96 kg · 750 mm seat · AutomaticSuzukiAvenis
₱81,400124 cc · 106 kg · 780 mm seat · AutomaticHondaClick 125i
₱81,900125 cc · 111 kg · 769 mm seat · AutomaticSuzukiBurgman Street
₱84,400124 cc · 110 kg · 780 mm seat · AutomaticSuzukiAccess
₱85,900124 cc · 106 kg · 770 mm seat · AutomaticYamahaFazzio
₱92,400–₱95,400125 cc · 95 kg · 750 mm seat · AutomaticDaily use
Choosing a motorcycle for daily commuting
Heavy traffic rewards manageable weight, easy controls and predictable low-speed behavior. Fuel economy matters, but so do parking, weather, maintenance access and the roads you actually use.
Stop-go traffic
Automatic transmission can reduce workload, while a lighter bike can make parking and repeated low-speed movement easier.
Long daily distance
Compare fuel tank, published economy, seat comfort, weather protection and service intervals rather than choosing only by engine size.
Passenger use
Check passenger space, braking, suspension behavior and actual two-up fit in person. A specification table cannot measure passenger comfort.
Delivery or work use
Prioritize running cost, service access, cargo mounting, stability and parts availability over styling.
Physical fit
Motorcycles to compare for lower seat height and lower weight
These are measurable starting points, not guarantees that a motorcycle will fit you. Sit on the exact bike when possible.
Lower published seat heights
Honda
Rebel 500
₱399,000471 cc · 191 kg · 690 mm seat · ManualHondaRebel 1100
₱665,0001083 cc · 233 kg · 690 mm seat · AutomaticBristolMaxie 400
₱368,000377 cc · 208 kg · 730 mm seat · AutomaticSuzukiSkydrive Sport
₱73,900113 cc · 93 kg · 740 mm seat · AutomaticHondaGold Wing
₱2,050,000–₱2,100,0001833 cc · 385 kg · 745 mm seat · AutomaticBristolMaxxie 160
₱168,800160 cc · 137.6 kg · 746 mm seat · AutomaticYamahaMio i 125
₱77,900–₱82,900125 cc · 92 kg · 750 mm seat · AutomaticYamahaFazzio
₱92,400–₱95,400125 cc · 95 kg · 750 mm seat · AutomaticLower curb weights
Yamaha
Mio i 125
₱77,900–₱82,900125 cc · 92 kg · 750 mm seat · AutomaticSuzukiSkydrive Sport
₱73,900113 cc · 93 kg · 740 mm seat · AutomaticSuzukiSmash FI
₱68,400–₱73,400113 cc · 94 kg · 755 mm seat · ManualYamahaFazzio
₱92,400–₱95,400125 cc · 95 kg · 750 mm seat · AutomaticSuzukiRaider J Crossover
₱71,900113 cc · 96 kg · 765 mm seat · ManualYamahaMio Gear
₱79,400–₱82,400125 cc · 96 kg · 750 mm seat · AutomaticHondaWave RSX
₱62,900–₱64,900109 cc · 98 kg · 760 mm seat · ManualHondaXRM125
₱71,900–₱76,900125 cc · 102 kg · 775 mm seat · ManualEquipment and running cost
ABS and fuel economy
ABS and fuel economy answer different questions. Check the exact trim because braking equipment can vary, and treat published km/L as a planning reference rather than a guarantee.
Models with ABS listed
MotorStar
Xplorer 250R
₱69,000249.6 cc · 146 kg · 795 mm seat · ManualKeewayCafe Racer 152
₱69,900149 cc · 108 kg · 770 mm seat · ManualRusiFlash 150X
₱75,000149.6 cc · 118 kg · 770 mm seat · ManualRusiClassic 250i
₱80,000250 cc · 136 kg · 790 mm seat · ManualKymcoAgility Eco 125i
₱82,500124 cc · 119 kg · 760 mm seatRusiRFI 175
₱97,000171.7 cc · 134 kg · 770 mm seat · AutomaticSYMCruisym 150
₱103,800–₱108,800150 cc · 130.5 kg · 820 mm seat · AutomaticRusiAdventure X 150i V2
₱110,000150 cc · 142 kg · 790 mm seat · AutomaticHigher published fuel-economy figures
Honda
Wave RSX
₱62,900–₱64,900109 cc · 98 kg · 760 mm seat · ManualSuzukiSmash FI
₱68,400–₱73,400113 cc · 94 kg · 755 mm seat · ManualHondaTMX125 Alpha
₱56,900125 cc · 113 kg · 759 mm seat · ManualSYMCruisym 150
₱103,800–₱108,800150 cc · 130.5 kg · 820 mm seat · AutomaticSYMJet X150
₱135,800150 cc · 140 kg · 780 mm seat · AutomaticSuzukiAccess
₱85,900124 cc · 106 kg · 770 mm seat · AutomaticRusiFlash 150X
₱75,000149.6 cc · 118 kg · 770 mm seat · ManualSuzukiBurgman Street
₱84,400124 cc · 110 kg · 780 mm seat · AutomaticTouring
Motorcycles to compare for longer rides
A larger tank can reduce fuel stops, but long-distance suitability also depends on ergonomics, wind protection, luggage, passenger needs, service access and real-world comfort.
Honda
Gold Wing
₱2,050,000–₱2,100,0001833 cc · 385 kg · 745 mm seat · AutomaticBenelliTRK 502
₱379,000500 cc · 213 kg · 800 mm seat · ManualBenelliTRK 502X
₱399,000500 cc · 213 kg · 840 mm seat · ManualRusiCyclone 400
₱270,000378 cc · 184 kg · 770 mm seat · ManualKawasakiNinja 1000SX
₱718,0001043 cc · 234 kg · 820 mm seat · ManualHusqvarnaNorden 901
₱950,000889 cc · 204 kg · 854 mm seat · ManualBMW MotorradR 1300 GS
₱1,675,0001300 cc · 237 kg · 850 mm seat · ManualCFMOTO450MT
₱338,900449 cc · 175 kg · 820 mm seat · ManualLarger motorcycles
400cc+ motorcycles
Use engine displacement as a category filter, not as proof of expressway eligibility, rider suitability or performance. Confirm registration details and current tollway rules separately.
CFMOTO
400NK
₱219,000400 cc · 206 kg · 815 mm seat · ManualCFMOTO450NK
₱275,900449.5 cc · 173 kg · 795 mm seat · ManualRoyal EnfieldGuerrilla 450
₱289,000452 cc · 185 kg · 780 mm seat · ManualCFMOTO450SR
₱299,900449.5 cc · 168 kg · 795 mm seat · ManualRoyal EnfieldHimalayan 450
₱329,000–₱365,000451.65 cc · 196 kg · 825 mm seat · ManualKawasakiZ500
₱329,800451 cc · 166 kg · 785 mm seat · ManualCFMOTO450MT
₱338,900449 cc · 175 kg · 820 mm seat · ManualApriliaRS 457
₱348,000457 cc · 175 kg · 800 mm seat · ManualMotorcycle type
Browse by motorcycle category
Use the category label to narrow the field, then compare exact models. Category names do not guarantee the same weight, seat height, power or equipment.
Naked street bike18 current models in the catalogSport bike17 current models in the catalogAdventure touring12 current models in the catalogCommuter scooter8 current models in the catalogAdventure scooter6 current models in the catalogUnderbone5 current models in the catalogClassic road bike5 current models in the catalogSport scooter5 current models in the catalogMaxi-style scooter5 current models in the catalogPremium scooter5 current models in the catalogBusiness motorcycle4 current models in the catalogRetro scooter4 current models in the catalog
Brands
Browse motorcycles by brand
Brand pages remain separate because they represent real manufacturer lineups, not keyword variations.
ApriliaCurrent models, prices and specificationsBajajCurrent models, prices and specificationsBenelliCurrent models, prices and specificationsBMW MotorradCurrent models, prices and specificationsBristolCurrent models, prices and specificationsCFMOTOCurrent models, prices and specificationsDucatiCurrent models, prices and specificationsHondaCurrent models, prices and specificationsHusqvarnaCurrent models, prices and specificationsKawasakiCurrent models, prices and specificationsKeewayCurrent models, prices and specificationsKTMCurrent models, prices and specificationsKymcoCurrent models, prices and specificationsMotorStarCurrent models, prices and specificationsRoyal EnfieldCurrent models, prices and specificationsRusiCurrent models, prices and specificationsSuzukiCurrent models, prices and specificationsSYMCurrent models, prices and specificationsTriumphCurrent models, prices and specificationsVespaCurrent models, prices and specificationsYamahaCurrent models, prices and specificationsZontesCurrent models, prices and specifications
Personalize the shortlist
Open Motorcycle FinderThe Finder is better than another “best” list
Change budget, inseam, traffic, passenger use, luggage and road needs to get a shortlist based on your actual situation.
Motorcycle buying questions
What is the best motorcycle in the Philippines?
There is no single best motorcycle for every rider. Start with budget and intended use, then compare physical fit, transmission, weight, braking, fuel use, dealer support and the exact current price.
What motorcycle is best for beginners?
A beginner shortlist should prioritize manageable weight and fit, predictable controls, braking equipment and proper training rather than choosing by engine displacement alone.
What motorcycle is good for daily commuting?
For daily commuting, compare fuel use, weight, transmission, seat height, storage needs, traffic conditions and maintenance access. Automatic scooters can reduce shifting workload, but they are not automatically better for every route.
What motorcycle is good for short riders?
Published seat height is a useful starting point, but seat width, suspension sag, motorcycle weight and your inseam also affect actual ground reach. Sit on the exact motorcycle before buying when possible.
Should I buy based on the lowest price?
No. The lowest purchase price can be useful for narrowing a shortlist, but ownership cost, fit, braking, fuel use, parts access and the exact variant can matter more over time.