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The 8 Coolest Beginner Motorcycles (2024)

The first motorcycle. It’s a rite of passage, a gateway to freedom, and a crash course (hopefully metaphorical) in two-wheeled living. The beginner bike needs to be approachable yet brimming with charisma—something to ignite your passion for riding without scaring you off.

After all, the coolest bikes aren’t always the fastest; they’re the ones that make you smile every time you thumb the starter. Here are eight machines that deliver just that. These are the coolest beginner motorcycles.

KTM Pauses MotoGP Program

KTM’s MotoGP program has hit a financial crossroads, much like finding the couch cushions bare during a cash crunch. With a debt load nearing €3 billion, KTM is temporarily pressing pause on MotoGP motorcycle development for 2025.

While KTM’s brass insists the team will field all four bikes next season, doubts linger at MotoGP promoter Dorna’s headquarters.

Check Out the 2025 KTM 790 Adventure

Some motorcycles don’t just go places—they take you places. The KTM 790 Adventure is one of them. Back in 2024, KTM resurrected this middleweight ADV marvel with thoughtful updates that set the stage for serious exploration.

Now, for 2025, it’s getting even better with a suspension upgrade that strikes a balance between precision and versatility.

Self Administration: A KTM Pit Stop or the End of the Race?

For KTM AG, the checkered flag is nowhere in sight as Europe’s largest motorcycle manufacturer takes a sharp turn into insolvency proceedings in the form of self administration. There were signs of KTM’s fall from grace, but this makes it official.

Announced by Pierer Mobility AG, this “pit stop” sees KTM, Husqvarna, GasGas, and MV Agusta brands thrown into the hands of Austria’s self-administration restructuring process. CEO Stefan Pierer, who once steered KTM to record revenues, vows to fight for his “life’s work,” but the numbers paint a grim picture.

Check Out the New 2025 KTM 990 Duke R

The new 2025 KTM 990 Duke R, nicknamed “The Punisher,” is a meaner, more track-ready evolution of the 990 Duke, building on its “Sniper” sibling’s precision with muscle and might. It looks like a truly fantastic motorcycle and something sportbike lovers everywhere should be excited about.

What Motorcycles Are Best for Winter?

Winter motorcycling is not for the faint of heart. The cold air cuts sharper, and the road’s unpredictability becomes even more pronounced. But for those who see a motorcycle not just as a machine but as an essential part of their daily routine or weekend adventure, winter doesn’t mean hanging up the helmet.

Check Out the 2025 KTM 1390 Super Adventure S EVO

The KTM 1390 Super Adventure S EVO is the top model in the KTM Super Adventure lineup, introducing new technological and mechanical advancements to the adventure motorcycling world. This is KTM’s sharp end of the technological stick, and they know it.

Pierer Mobility AG Cuts Down Its Board Members, Signaling Bad News

Pierer Mobility AG, home to big names like KTM and GASGAS, has been hit hard by the last few years of high interest rates and tighter purse strings. A recent announcement from Pierer reveals the gravity: board members have been slashed from six to two. That’s not a good sign. When you start cutting executives, you know the boat’s taking on water.

5 Best 900cc Motorcycles You Can Buy

You have plenty of options when it comes to your next motorcycle, but if you want a really nice amount of power then 900cc might be the way to go. But you need to make sure you buy one of the best 900cc motorcycles.

KTM’s New TFT Displays Provide a Better Experience for Motorcyclists

KTM’s new TFT displays mark a leap in motorcycle tech, bringing riders closer to their machines than ever before. With two new displays—an 8-inch vertical and 8.8-inch horizontal touchscreen—KTM isn’t just slapping on fancy screens; they’re revolutionizing how riders interact with their bikes.