Your Guide to Buying a Cruiser Motorcycle

On the hunt for a new cruiser? Before you spend hours browsing through hundreds of different makes and models, check out our article below! With our helpful buyer’s tips in mind, you’re guaranteed to not only find an amazing cruiser model, but save hours of your time searching through your local sales lot.

Size

Before you choose a new cruiser off the lot it’s incredibly important that you set up a test drive appointment with your new vehicle. Cruisers are notoriously heavy, and their large size can often make it difficult for beginners or smaller riders to successfully navigate these models. If your dealership doesn’t offer test rides, we recommend at least sitting down on the model to ensure you can easily reach and turn the handlebars, as well as support the bike when you stand. 

Features

Cruisers are popular for their unique vintage look and comfortable laid-back riding style. However, there’s still quite a bit of variety from model to model, so we recommend making a short list of features you’d like your cruiser to have before you begin browsing the sales lot. If you’re having trouble finding a model that fits your budget and has all your preferred features, we recommend taking a look at more barebones models. Cruisers are very easy to customize, and it may be more affordable to install some of your preferred accessories yourself. 

Ready to start shopping for your new cruiser motorcycle? Then stop here at Santa Maria Harley-Davidson® in Santa Maria, CA to get started! On top of our amazing selection of top-quality motorcycle models for sale, we also offer helpful motorcycle accessories, parts, and motor clothes for you to browse through, and proudly serve the nearby regions of Ventura and Bakersfield, CA.