How many miles do motorcycles last?

An average motorcycle can last for more than 80 000 miles (almost 129,000km) if well maintained and ridden sensibly in terms of distance traveled. If the same motorcycle is not maintained well and ridden recklessly, it may reach the end of its life span in as soon as 5000 miles (8000km).
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How many miles does a motorcycle last for on average?

For small sports bikes, 20,000 to 30,000 is on the high side. For larger bikes, 50,000 miles and up is considered high motorcycle mileage. But before you write off any models, consider that a properly maintained bike can last well past 100,000 miles!
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What mileage is too high for a motorcycle?

Motorcycles with more than 40,000 miles are considered to be high-mileage bikes, but if it has been well maintained, the mileage could still make it a good purchase. Sports motorcycles are typically driven more aggressively and experience more engine wear.
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Do motorcycles last as long as cars?

The simple truth is that motorcycles generally don't last as long as cars do, and there are many reasons why that's true. With few exceptions, motorcycle engines are higher performing than car engines. They have tighter tolerances and often astronomical rev ceilings.
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Is 6000 miles a lot for a motorcycle?

Generally, high mileage on a motorcycle is anywhere from 20,000 to 50,000 miles. For sport bikes, the high mileage number will be on the low end (usually around 25,000), while cruisers and touring bikes typically become high mileage in the 40,000- to the 50,000-mile range.
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What is low mileage for a motorcycle?

Assuming you're talking about a motorcycle aimed at normal street usage, you could probably assume any bike with under 10,000 miles on the odometer is low mileage and has lots of life left. As for high mileage, once you get to 20,000 miles, most modern motorcycles should still be fine.
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How many miles do Harleys last?

Harley-Davidson motorcycles can last for well over 75,000 miles if well-maintained and ridden responsibly and there are many Harleys on the road with over 100,000 miles on them. Based on an annual mileage of 4,000 miles, one can infer that a Harley Davidson can last for more than 25 years.
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How many miles does a 125cc engine last?

Re: Life span in milage of a Honda 125cc

18,000-30,000 miles is the target for me when I buy second hand.
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How many miles do Kawasaki Ninjas last?

The Kawasaki Ninja 650 can last for well over 75,000 miles before requiring an engine rebuild. This is dependent on several factors such as maintenance, style of riding and ownership habits. Based on an anual mileage of 5,000 miles per year a well-kept Ninja 650 could last over 15 years.
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Is 50000 miles alot for a motorcycle?

A motorcycle engine with 40,000 to 50,000 miles is considered a high-mileage bike in some circles. But if this particular motorcycle has complete maintenance records, has no evidence of physical damage, and the engine has no oil leaks, then this is considered a good buy.
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What is the longest lasting motorcycle?

10 Used Motorcycles That Will Last You A Lifetime
  1. 1 Kawasaki Vulcan 1500FI Classic (2000-2007) via AutoTrader.
  2. 2 Harley-Davidson Sportster 883 (All) ...
  3. 3 Suzuki SV650 (1999-2012) ...
  4. 4 Kawasaki ZX-6R (1995-2004) ...
  5. 5 Honda RVT1000R (2000-2006) ...
  6. 6 Triumph Tiger 955i (2001-2005) ...
  7. 7 Yamaha VMAX (2009+) ...
  8. 8 Indian Scout (2015+) ...
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How many miles will a Ninja 400 last?

It's easy to get on with, ultra-reliable, exciting and a marked step up from the 300 in terms of performance and refinement, but with a true 119mph top speed, 200-mile tank range, genuine big-bike character and comfort, the Ninja 400 can be enjoyed by more experienced riders and commuters, too.
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How long do 250Cc engines last?

What Is Considered High Mileage For A 250Cc Motorcycle? You should aim for a bike mileage of 20,000-31,000 for small sports bikes and 50,000-54,000 for larger ones. Prior to writing off any model, consider the fact that a good bike will last well past 100,000 miles!! !
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How many years does a motorcycle last?

Generally speaking, 10 – 15 years is considered to be old for a motorcycle, but many bikes have surpassed this benchmark and continued to serve their riders faithfully for many more years.
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How many miles does a 2 stroke last?

If we're talking the two most popular segments in the sno-mo-2-stroke market, the 600 and 800 class, we'll jump into the 600 class first. A current garden variety 600 twin engine in the popular trail/sport category can deliver up to 12,000 miles (19,000 kms) of reasonable use.
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How long can a 125cc bike go?

Any distance is possible provided you stop for 15-20 minutes after every 50-60 km. That's good for your health too. Factoring in rest stops, traffic etc, I effectively travel 30-35 km in an hour in single lane highways and 40-45 km in NH. So driven for 8-10 hours a day on a NH, you can ride anywhere between 300-450 km.
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Can you ride 125 on motorway?

When it comes to riding a scooter on the motorway, avoid using a 50cc, it is illegal. However, if you ride a 125cc then you're free to use the motorway, but just make sure you feel confident enough first.
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Is 50000 miles alot for a Harley?

Harley-Davidson® motorcycles are built to last much longer. If a bike has good maintenance records, no signs of damage and no oil leaks, even a bike with 40,000 to 50,000 miles can be expected to last a long time.
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Do Harleys break down a lot?

Harleys break down for several reasons. A major reason is the predisposition of Harley owners to modify their motorcycles excessively. Often, people perform these modifications without expert guidance and cause problems for the bikes later on. There is also the failure of Harley owners to maintain their bikes properly.
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How many miles should a new motorcycle have?

Many dealers allow test rides *to serious buyers. It should sell within one or 2 test rides of less than 5 miles each. I bought a new bike with 7 miles on it, and another with 4. I'd consider 21 miles to be a dealer demo bike.
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What is considered high mileage?

What is considered high-mileage? Typically, putting 12,000 to 15,000 miles on your car per year is viewed as “average.” A car that is driven more than that is considered high-mileage. With proper maintenance, cars can have a life expectancy of about 200,000 miles.
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How many miles should a motorcycle have per year?

A motorcycle is driven far less frequently than a car, so its average annual mileage is significantly lower. While a car has an average annual mileage of around 12,000 miles, motorcycle mileage is, on average, only around 3,000 miles per year.
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How much does it cost to replace a motorcycle engine?

How Much Does Engine Replacement Cost? A used engine can normally be upgraded from $3000 to $4000 or a new engine can range from $4000 to $60,000.
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