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Honda
Monkey
Strong buy
The Honda Monkey blends iconic minibike styling with modern fuel injection, ABS availability, and the proven 124cc five-speed platform.
9 hp124cc single231 lbs$4,399
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Honda Monkey
The Honda Monkey blends iconic minibike styling with modern fuel injection, ABS availability, and the proven 124cc five-speed platform.
93buy score
0open recalls
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Honda
Grom
Strong buy
Honda's Grom is the benchmark mini street bike, with a five-speed gearbox, fuel injection, huge aftermarket support, and famously easy handling.
10 hp124cc single224 lbs$3,599
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Kawasaki
Eliminator
Strong buy
Kawasaki's 51 hp Eliminator pairs Ninja-derived twin-cylinder performance with a low seat, manageable weight, and relaxed everyday ergonomics.
51 hp451cc parallel twin386 lbs$6,499
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KawasakiVulcan S
Kawasaki's Vulcan S uses the Ninja 650's 649cc parallel-twin in a cruiser chassis with the Ergo-Fit system that adjusts seat, footpegs, and handlebars to fit a wide range of rider sizes — the most physically adaptable beginner cruiser available. Used at $4,000–$6,500, it is the strongest value in the entry cruiser segment for buyers who don't need V-twin character.
$7,999498 lbs27.8 in seat
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YamahaMT-09
Aggressive naked with a character-rich triple engine and sharp handling.
$9,999414 lbs32.3 in seat
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KawasakiZ900RS
The Z900RS wraps Kawasaki's 948cc inline-four in Z1-heritage retro styling — the same engine family as the Z900, giving it modern performance behind the classic aesthetic while keeping cornering ABS and TFT instrumentation on ABS-equipped models. Buyers choosing between it and the Triumph Bonneville T120 are trading the T120's parallel-twin character for a higher-revving four-cylinder with a more contemporary chassis; a 2024 front tire recall (24V270000) affects ABS variants — verify completion before purchase.
$12,499474 lbs31.5 in seat
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HondaTrail125
The Trail125 revives Honda's practical step-through trail bike with fuel injection, ABS, a four-speed semi-automatic transmission, and a rear rack.
$4,199256 lbs31.5 in seat
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CFMOTOPapio CL
The Papio CL is CFMOTO's upright mini street bike, combining full-size controls, ABS, and a six-speed gearbox in a compact package.
$3,299251 lbs29.1 in seat
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CFMOTOPapio SS
The Papio SS is a compact cafe-styled mini street bike with a six-speed transmission, ABS, and playful city handling.
$3,299251 lbs29.9 in seat
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HondaRebel 300
Honda's 27 hp Rebel 300 adds E-Clutch convenience to one of the most approachable cruisers, with light controls and a 27.2-inch seat.
$5,349379 lbs27.2 in seat
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HondaSCL500
Honda's 46 hp SCL500 wraps the proven 471cc twin in approachable scrambler styling, with standard ABS and useful everyday ergonomics.
$6,999425 lbs31.1 in seat
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CFMOTO450CL-C
The 450CL-C wraps a smooth 40 hp parallel twin in a low, belt-drive cruiser with approachable dimensions and standard ABS.
$5,799399 lbs27 in seat
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CFMOTO300SS
The 300SS is an accessible full-fairing sport bike with friendly power delivery, ABS, and a low 30.7-inch seat.
$4,599364 lbs30.7 in seat
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TriumphSpeed 400
The Speed 400 brings 39.5 hp, premium modern-classic finish, and a long 10,000-mile service interval to an approachable lightweight roadster.
$5,495375 lbs31.1 in seat
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CFMOTO300NK
The 300NK is CFMOTO's lightweight entry naked bike, with simple handling, ABS, and economical single-cylinder power.
$4,199333 lbs31.2 in seat
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Why each bike landed where it did
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Honda
Monkey
Model-year signalGood ownership confidence
+80Open recallsNo open campaigns in current snapshot
0Weight231 lb curb weight
+3Ownership costLow insurance, Low upkeep
+4Used value$3,200–$4,399 estimated vs. $4,399 MSRP
0Model age2026 model year
0Research confidenceVerified data
+2SupportStrong aftermarket, Strong parts
+2Rider fitTop fit: Beginner 10/10
+2Honda
Grom
Model-year signalGood ownership confidence
+80Open recallsNo open campaigns in current snapshot
0Weight224 lb curb weight
+3Ownership costLow insurance, Low upkeep
+4Used value$2,600–$3,599 estimated vs. $3,599 MSRP
0Model age2026 model year
0Research confidenceVerified data
+2SupportStrong aftermarket, Strong parts
+2Rider fitTop fit: Beginner 10/10
+2Kawasaki
Eliminator
Model-year signalGood ownership confidence
+80Open recallsNo open campaigns in current snapshot
0Weight386 lb curb weight
+1Ownership costLow insurance, Low upkeep
+4Used value$5,000–$6,500 estimated vs. $6,499 MSRP
0Model age2026 model year
0Research confidenceEstimated data
+1SupportModerate aftermarket, Strong parts
+1Rider fitTop fit: Beginner 9/10
+2Spec matrix
What changes bike to bike
Metric
HondaMonkey
HondaGrom
KawasakiEliminator
MSRP
$4,399
$3,599
$6,499
Curb weight
231 lbs
224 lbs
386 lbs
Seat height
30.5 in
30 in
28.9 in
Open recalls
0
0
0
Ownership signal
good
good
good
Used market est.
$3,200–$4,399
$2,600–$3,599
$5,000–$6,500
Insurance
Low
Low
Low
Maintenance
Low
Low
Low
Used price and cost estimates are editorial. Verify before purchasing.
Buyer notes
Strengths and watch-outs
Strong buy
Honda Monkey
The Honda Monkey blends iconic minibike styling with modern fuel injection, ABS availability, and the proven 124cc five-speed platform.
- Current U.S.-market model with manufacturer-backed specifications.
- No open recall campaigns in the current seed snapshot.
- Lightweight for the category.
- 9 hp engine
- 231 lb listed weight
Strong buy
Honda Grom
Honda's Grom is the benchmark mini street bike, with a five-speed gearbox, fuel injection, huge aftermarket support, and famously easy handling.
- Current U.S.-market model with manufacturer-backed specifications.
- No open recall campaigns in the current seed snapshot.
- Lightweight for the category.
- 10 hp engine
- 224 lb listed weight
Strong buy
Kawasaki Eliminator
Kawasaki's 51 hp Eliminator pairs Ninja-derived twin-cylinder performance with a low seat, manageable weight, and relaxed everyday ergonomics.
- Current model with a proven 451cc Kawasaki parallel-twin platform.
- No open recall campaigns in the current seed snapshot.
- 51 hp 451cc parallel twin
- Low 28.9-inch seat height
- Light, predictable low-speed handling