Here’s five motorcycles that offer great value for money in 2026

Whether it’s new models that are yet to arrive in dealerships, new bikes that have landed on the market already, or existing motorcycles that have been available for some time, there’s plenty of bikes that offer very good value for money in 2026.

And in a world where costs seem to be rising more and more, that’s likely to be one of the main considerations for customers when choosing their next bike. So, with that in mind, here’s a list of motorcycles that offer great value for money and that you might want to consider.

Kawasaki KLE500

Kicking things off is Kawasaki’s all-new KLE500, which arrives in two model types – standard and SE. The latter, as is tradition for Kawasaki when it introduces a Special Edition model, is the higher-spec of the two. Both offer very good value for money, and the new range also offers three accessory pack bikes: Urban, Rally and Adventure Tourer. All three options are available in both standard and SE trim.

You might be interested in reading our 2026 Kawasaki KLE500 review.

The new KLE500 makes use of a liquid-cooled parallel twin that produces 45bhp at 9,000rpm and 31Ib-ft of torque at 6,000rpm. It’s available in a Metallic Carbon Gray/Ebony colourway, while the SE model gets three options to choose from: Pearl Blizzard White, Pearl Storm Grey and Metallic Bluish Green.

In terms of equipment, LED lighting is found front and back, although you will need to step up to the SE model if you want LED indicators, too. The new model rides on a 21-inch front wheel and 17-inch rear, while its front suspension is handled by a 43mm KYB inverted front fork.

Now, in terms of price, the standard KLE500 comes in at £5,999, while the SE version is bumped up to £6,599. Those prices rise if you’re interested in any of the Urban, Rally or Adventure Tourer versions.   

Honda CB1000F

You might have expected us to choose the Honda CB1000 Hornet here. After all, it was voted as the ‘Best Value Bike’ in the Visordown Awards 2025. But doing so would have been too obvious, so instead, we’ve gone with the CB1000F, which is one of the most exciting new models to roll off Honda’s production line in recent years. 

In terms of rivals, the CB1000F is likely to measure up against the likes of Kawasaki’s Z900 RS, and Yamaha’s XSR900. That said, the CB1000F features a bigger engine and delivers slightly more power than both the Z900 RS and XSR900, while also undercutting both on price. 

At the heart of the new CB1000F is a 1,000cc liquid-cooled four-cylinder engine that delivers 122bhp at 9,000rpm and 76Ib-ft of torque at 8,000rpm. Available in three colourways, the new model is priced at £10,599. 

QJMotor SRK 800

After the entry-level SRK 125 S, the SRK 800 is next up in QJMotor's naked motorcycle range, with the SRK 900 and flagship SRK 921 featured above it. 

And like its more powerful siblings, the SRK 800 packs a premium spec sheet that includes Brembo brakes, Bosch dual-channel ABS, and Marzocchi suspension. But, best of all, the bike only costs £6,699, which is much cheaper than some of its rivals. 

For example, the KTM 790 Duke is priced at £7,999, while Ducati’s Streetfighter V2 costs £14,295. The latter features a bigger engine and delivers more power, although its 118bhp is only 23bhp more than the SRK 800 – but for that increase you’re paying more than double the price.   

The QJMotor SRK 800 makes use of a 778cc inline four-cylinder engine which produces 95bhp at 10,000rpm and 55lb ft of torque at 8,500rpm.

The SRK 800 also benefits from cruise control, three switchable riding modes, traction control and a quickshifter, all of which are standard. 

Voge DS625X 

Joining fellow Chinese manufacturer QJMotor on this list is Voge, through its DS625X adventure tourer which is available at an eye-catching price of just £5,999. 

You might like to read our Voge DS625X review. 

In our review of the bike in 2025, we made reference to its affordability and the fact that it is cheaper than rival bikes such as the Honda NX500 and Yamaha Tracer 7. However, its impressive price is far from the only thing that stands out about the DS625X.

One of the standout features about the DS625X is the level of equipment you get straight out of the box, including a big TFT dash with backlit switchgear. DRLs (daytime running lights), LED fog lights, centre stand, adjustable screen and a dashcam are all included, too. 

The engine is a 650cc parallel twin that produces 61bhp at 9,000rpm and 42Ib-ft of torque at 6,500rpm. Suspension is handled by KYB forks up front and a monoshock at the rear, while Nissin brakes take care of stopping power.

CFMoto 675SR-R

Having covered adventure, naked, and retro naked motorcycles on this list, it only felt right to include a supersport model, too.

The motorcycle of choice is the CFMoto 675SR-R, which is priced at a reasonable £6,999. That makes it cheaper by quite some margin compared to Kawasaki’s new ZX-6R (£10,799) and even Triumph’s Daytona 660 (£8,595).

Underneath all the bodywork, you’ll find CFMoto’s 674cc inline-three which delivers 94bhp at 11,000rpm and 52Ib-ft of torque at 8,250rpm. KYB takes care of the suspension with fully adjustable forks up front, while the rear monoshock offers adjustable preload and rebound. 

A vibrant-looking 5-inch TFT display offers Bluetooth and CFMoto RideSync connectivity, as well as Over-the-Air (OTA) functionality, meaning your motorcycle’s features and software can receive updates wirelessly.

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