What Your Motorcycle Type Says About You

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For motorcycle riders, the type of bike you choose is an expression of your personal taste and riding style. Just like people, motorcycles have different personalities that complement the person riding them. Just for fun, Cycle Trader is taking a look at what each type of motorcycle says about its rider.

Cruiser

Cruiser riders are the embodiment of classic motorcycle culture. Dressed in black leather, you find peace of mind on the open road. When you aren’t enjoying a solo ride, you’re riding your chopper with your motorcycle club to your favorite hangout.

Touring

Touring riders are ready for the long haul. You bear down on the road for a destination ride, taking in the scenery along the way. Your days of zipping in between traffic are over, and you’re just looking for a relaxing ride and time on the open road.

Sportbike

Sportbike riders have a need for speed. If you own a sportbike, you’re likely an adrenaline enthusiast, who seeks the thrills of flying down an open roadway or leaning into a hairpin turn. Whether you’re riding to work or on a carefree ride, you want your bike to be seen and heard.

Dual Sport

Dual sport riders are all about taking the road less traveled. You live to ride off the beaten path, navigating the landscape no matter what the terrain is. Riding gives you a sense of freedom and feeds your desire for exploration.

Dirt Bike

Similar to dual sport riders, dirt bike riders love off-road adventure. From the trails to the track, you love picking up speed, kicking up dirt, and even doing a few stunts. You are dressed from head to toe in safety gear to protect yourself after you go airborne.

Scooter

You were searching for a more practical and easier way to ride when you bought a scooter. Though some may argue that a scooter “doesn’t count as a real motorcycle,” you experience the same thrill of riding around town or in the city as other riders do on the highway.

While no rider fits into one individual box, it is fun to see if your motorcycle matches your personality. Whether these characteristics are right on the money or you break the mold, all types of motorcycle riders share the same love of riding and the freedom of the open road. If you’re searching for a motorcycle that fits your style and needs, browse the nationwide inventory of bikes for sale on CycleTrader.com.

Arielle Patterson

Arielle is a freelance writer for Trader Interactive with a background in marketing, as well as print and web editorial content. Along with writing, Arielle's other hobbies include traveling, her food blog, and staying up to date on the latest in pop culture.

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