Bigger doesn?t always mean better, and fortunately for those of us looking for a fun, affordable motorcycle there are more choices than ever. Nearly every manufacturer now offers at least one model that will fit just about any rider?s size and/or budget.
Scroll down for Rider?s 2019 list of Best Bikes for Smaller Riders and Budgets. When possible we?ve included a link to our review, making it easy for you to get a real ride evaluation. We?ve also included the 2019 model year?s U.S. base MSRP (as of publication), seat height and claimed wet weight (when a wet weight was not available from the manufacturer, the claimed dry weight is listed). For more details, you can read our review, which includes comprehensive specs, or click on the bike?s name to be taken directly to the manufacturer?s page.
BMW F 750 GS
2019 BMW F 750 GS (Photo by Kevin Wing) BMW F 750 GS

$10,395

32.1-inch seat w/ optional 31.1-inch seat or 30.3-inch seat

493 lbs.
Read our Road Test Review of the 2019 BMW F 750/850 GS
BMW G 310 GS 
2018 BMW G 310 GS (Photo by Kevin Wing)
BMW G 310 GS

$5,795

32.9-inch seat w/ optional 32.3-inch seat

374 lbs.
Read our First Ride Review of the 2018 BMW G 310 GS
How did the G 310 GS stack up against the Kawasaki Versys-X 300 and Royal Enfield Himalayan" Find out in our comparison test.
BMW G 310 R
2018 BMW G 310 R (Photo by Kevin Wing)
BMW G 310 R

$4,750

30.9-inch seat w/ optional 30.3-inch seat

349 lbs.
Read our First Ride Review of the 2018 BMW G 310 R
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