Top 15 enduro motorcycles

Initially, motocross motorcycles were designed exclusively for off-road racing. It required a special technique: as easy as possible, fast, and without unnecessary details. The result was a bike with a relatively small engine. Very light and maneuverable. But people did not want to ride a motocross bike exclusively on specialized tracks, and manufacturers went to meet them, having developed a special type of motorcycle, called enduro.

In fact, this is still the same cross-country bike, but it has everything you need to move on public roads. In particular, this headlights, additional electronics and manual starters. Enduro is also one of the most inexpensive types of motorcycles, and you can buy it within a couple of hundred thousand rubles. Road bike for the money to find, of course, will not work. To date, there are enduro in many companies that produce motorcycles. They regularly participate in various exhibitions and presentations. In all this diversity it is not surprising to get confused, so we have selected for you the 15 best enduro bikes. In our ranking there are Chinese, Japanese and European brands, and prices vary from 60 thousand to almost a million rubles.

The best enduro from China

It is no secret that Chinese manufacturers have long and systematically seized the market. And if about 30 years ago, only low-quality fakes came from the Middle Kingdom, today they are quite worthy products that can compete with Japanese and European brands. But one thing remains unchanged - the most affordable price.

5 BSE J5-250E

Another little-known Chinese brand, quickly gaining popularity. In the enduro line, the manufacturer has only two models, and they differ in engine power and volume. In this version, a 250 horsepower engine of 27 horsepower is installed. This is quite enough for racing and small jumps, but given the manufacturer’s little knownness, it should be understood that in the event of a breakdown of some parts, finding them on sale will not be easy. Therefore, do not overload your bike too much. Still, this is not a full-fledged cross-country motorcycle, and it does not participate in real competitions. But for pokatushek and travel is the most, and the price pleases, and this is a huge advantage.

4 ZERO FX

Enduro motorcycles are not powerful. As a rule, they install 250 vat motors, and this power is quite capable of producing an electric motor. Before us is a full electric bike. Of course, from the classic enduro here is only the appearance. In crosses on it you will not participate. But you can comfortably move around the city. The speed is quite sufficient, and there is no exhaust gases, as well as the engine roar inherent in motorcycles of this class.Simply put, this is the best technique for those who just like cross bikes, but they are not going to participate in competitions and drive over rough terrain, making incredible somersaults.

3 GR GR7

Chinese manufacturers are famous for their replicas, that is, copies of famous brands, and in front of us is one of them. This is an analogue of a popular bike from Sweden, which we will consider a little lower, and, unlike it, the price here is quite democratic. Yes, this is just a replica and it should be understood from the very beginning. It is not necessary to pin high hopes on such a technique, and in terms of power it is inferior to the original. However, there is not only necessary for city driving or rough terrain, but also driving performance at height. All tests the bike passes one hundred percent, which is confirmed by numerous tests and runs, which can be easily found on the network.

2 Kayo T2 250

Enduros do not have powerful engines. There is simply no need for them. 250 cubes is the norm, and in front of us is just such a bike, issuing power of 27 horsepower. This is a little-known Chinese brand that quickly gained popularity. The most attractive thing here is the price, but the characteristics of the motorcycle are more than excellent. On it you can easily make sports races and small jumps. But there is not much to expect. Still, this is a bike for beginner athletes, although, according to testers, all his indicators are normal. In particular, the elasticity of the suspension and driving characteristics. Also please the presence of various useful trifles that are included, but to get to know them better on the official website of the manufacturer.

1 LIFAN LF200GY-5

The cheapest bike in our ranking. Yes, one cannot expect much from him. A rather weak, 15 strong engine with a capacity of only 200 cubes is installed here. This is an ideal technique for beginner athletes or people using a motorcycle for short journeys around the city. By the way, the company independently develops all the details of its motorcycle, so it serves much longer, and finding spare parts is easy. Simply put, it is the best choice for your money. The manufacturer has surpassed even its competitors from China, and today it is the most inexpensive enduro that we managed to find.

The best enduro from Japan

Japanese manufacturers are known worldwide. Their names are always heard, and every year they delight us with novelties. This applies to both cars and motorcycles. There are a lot of brands, and everyone releases at least one enduro. The price here is somewhat higher than that of Chinese brands, but there will be no problems with spare parts, of course, if you need them at all, given the high quality of all products.

5 Kawasaki KX85-I

There are several classes of bikes in the enduro category. The most common average motorcycles with 250 vat engines. Professional bikes are more powerful. But there is a weaker technique, designed specifically for training or training beginners. Before us is just such a technique. It has 85 cubic engine installed, and the weight of the bike is only 67 kilograms, which is very small even for motocross bikes. Given these characteristics, or rather, thanks to them, the motorcycle easily reaches speeds of up to 115 kilometers per hour. On the roads it is not really needed, but it is appreciated by the fast acceleration, which testers of this motorcycle also praise.

4 SUZUKI RM-Z450

It is believed that Japanese technology is always expensive, but we have evidence to the contrary. This is the best value for the price, it is the lowest in our rating, and quality, which as usual is at the height of this nonsense. But let's talk about the technical aspects.According to testers and owners of this enduro, the main distinguishing feature here is controllability. The motorcycle is so sensitive that without preliminary preparation you can easily fall, since the characteristic will be simply underestimated. Many experts note this feature as a disadvantage, motivating it with the features of cross-country racing, but we will leave it to the court of professionals. For ordinary consumers, this is the best Japanese bike at the most attractive price.

3 Honda CRF 450 R

Japanese manufacturers never stand still. Given the high competition, they have to constantly make changes to their products in order to keep the buyer. This enduro model has been known since 2013 and Honda constantly brings something new to the model. In particular, the latest version has additional stiffness modules. This slightly affected the weight of the bike, increasing it, but most importantly, increased the downforce and strength of the frame. In addition, regardless of the year of your motorcycle, you can easily find any parts on it. By the way, many of them have direct compatibility, that is suitable for any modifications. In fact, Honda has provided us with a full-fledged designer, with which we can easily assemble the bike of your dreams, and it will be a real beast, like all the equipment of the brand.

2 Yamaha YZ450F

For many years, this Japanese motocross bike has been a leader in various championships and competitions. This monster off-road, as it is called professional athletes. A powerful 450 cubic engine is installed here, but the main advantage of this model is a unique suspension. She really is the best in her class. Its course is 310 millimeters, which is a lot by the enduro standards. This is what allows the bike to get out of the most difficult parts of the racetrack, as well as to extinguish the inertia when jumping and performing tricks. The price here is appropriate, but by definition, a professional cross-country bike cannot be cheap, especially since it is a big-name brand with a long history.

1 Kawasaki KX450

This model has been produced since 2010 and regularly participates in competitions at various levels. Testers have always praised the bike, but identified one significant drawback - poor adjustment of the front fork. In 2019, the company finally heard its customers and released a bike with an updated plug, as a result of which it completely lost its shortcomings. This is a professional, powerful bike, able to make the most difficult jumps and overcome virtually any off-road. Yes, the price bites a little, but unlike Chinese manufacturers, Japanese brands pay special attention to the quality of their products and the production of spare parts, which is very important for the enduro class, since even the most durable motorcycle is not able to work forever in conditions of a cross-country track.

The best enduro from Europe

Conservative Europe is also not lagging behind its Chinese and Japanese competitors. Moreover, there are also well-known brands that are regularly found on pedestals in various competitions. In terms of price and quality, European technology is closer to the Japanese. There are almost no motorcycles at affordable prices. But the highest quality, albeit often inferior to technology from the Land of the Rising Sun.

5 M1NSK ERX 250

Motorcycle Minsk is well known in the CIS countries. At one time it was the most affordable equipment at the most attractive price. And let the manufacturer lose its regalia at some time, many people remember these motorcycles with warmth and respect. Today, the company has carried out a complete rebranding, and has begun to produce world-class bikes.Yes, as long as they do not shine in world championships, but they are sold at the most attractive price, and according to the running and quality characteristics they will easily give odds to even many famous Japanese brands, not to mention Chinese replicas. In general, if you are looking for an inexpensive and reliable enduro, then Minsk is exactly what you need.

4 Baltmotors Enduro 250 DD

BM or BaltMotors is a popular Russian brand that has been producing motorcycles for many decades. In recent years, they are increasingly falling on the podium in various competitions, even if not world-class. Professional riders praise the technique for its driving characteristics and easy repair. By the way, this is exactly what has always distinguished the equipment from Russia, which, as we know, is repaired in the field with a hammer and tape. Will delight buyers and price. Yes, Chinese manufacturers have 250 cubic bikes cheaper, but you can easily find spare parts for this model in case of a breakdown. And try to do this with Chinese equipment.

3 Sherco 450 SEF-R

Not the most popular brand on the market, and this model is hardly the best bike. In fact, the company is well known among professional racers, and in the first place it is valued for its ease of maintenance. The design of the motorcycle is designed in such a way that you can easily get to even the most remote and complex places. Any detail changes in minutes. Not disappoint and driving characteristics. And let the bike is inferior in power, maneuverability and maneuverability to its closest competitors, it remains a decent model, which also costs somewhat less, and fully justifies every ruble spent on it.

2 KTM 690 Enduro R

Before us is a popular bike from the Austrian manufacturer. This is the best enduro on the market and it fully meets the requirements of its class. Motorcycle is often used in races, but can also be used to ride around the city. For example, a 12-liter fuel tank is installed here, which is rare for cross equipment, where the tank is intentionally reduced to reduce the overall weight. But be that as it may, this motorcycle was designed specifically for off-road trips, and professionals note the high throughput and engine power. In races it is often used on tracks of particular complexity, with many turns and various mud obstacles that this technique overcomes without much difficulty.

1 HUSQVARNA FC 450

This Swedish brand is known to many as a manufacturer of tools, and few people in the public know that for more than a hundred years, the company has been producing top bikes, including enduro. But this is well known to professional athletes, who often choose this model to participate in various competitions. In our rating, this is the most powerful bike with a 450cc engine. Athletes note both the overall power of the engine, and handling, as well as settings. Suspension and fork are so versatile that they allow you to easily adjust the motorcycle to the peculiarities of the route and personal preferences. The price is also unique here, but it is worth noting that European brands do not differ at all with loyalty to customers, and compensate the price with the high quality of their equipment.

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