What Kind of Motorcycle Do You Recommend for Carrying Plenty of Luggage?

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List of recommended motorcycles that can carry plenty of luggage.
What is the recommended motorcycle that can carry a lot of luggage?
Comments from owners who ride recommended motorcycles that can carry a lot of luggage

List of recommended motorcycles that can carry plenty of luggage.

Webike's "Search Bikes by Bike Life" is a website where you can find recommended motorcycles for different situations based on information from Webike users.
In this article, we'll introduce you to motorcycles recommended for riders who want to carry a lot of luggage, along with the voices of actual users!

What is the recommended motorcycle that can carry a lot of luggage?

Motorcycles and loading are an issue with a long history. The question of how to load a motorcycle has been considered since the dawn of motorcycling.

In terms of Japanese motorcycles, the Super Cub is exactly what it sounds like. The Cub was developed to enrich Japan and to be a leg up for working people, and from its first generation, loadability was considered. The cargo bed is a prime example of this, and although it would be a problem if it were done today, it was made with loadability in mind quite a bit, with switches concentrated on the right-hand side of the steering wheel so that it could be driven while holding the Okamochi in one hand.

The same is true for foreign motorcycles. The cruiser has an established style of bagger with bags on either side of the rear wheels, so I think that people have been dealing with loading since ancient times. When you think about it, America used to ride through the wilderness with a variety of things loaded on horses, and that culture hasn't changed even though horses are now made of steel.

Now that touring culture is firmly established, ADV has become a citizen, so we have motorcycles that are quite friendly to loading. But what's most interesting are the third party parts for loading. Seat bags, tank bags, top cases, side cases, etc., have been developed to an extent that is unthinkable compared to a decade ago. There are also dedicated sections in parts stores, so you can look at them just as if you were choosing a fashion item. Even bags with plastic panels on the top half have been introduced, and many more items are sure to appear in the future.

Well, last time I introduced domestic motorcycles, but this time I would like to introduce motorcycles of foreign makers. I think that the loading capacity is decided by the initial specification because there is an aspect that customization is difficult for a foreign motorcycle compared with a Japanese motorcycle. I took it into account and chose the following four motorcycles. Please refer to it.

Comments from owners who ride recommended motorcycles that can carry a lot of luggage

Here's some of what some of the owners have to say about their actual motorcycles, saying they're for people who "want to carry a lot of stuff!"
We've picked them up by displacement so you can use them as a reference when looking for a motorcycle!

Recommended large (1001cc or larger) motorcycles that can carry a lot of luggage.

TIGER1200XRT

This is Triumph's largest ADV with a 1200cc 3-cylinder engine, and is available with a special aluminium top case and other factory accessories, so it's ready to go from delivery.

Purpose of purchase, purpose of use, comparative models	I wanted a GSA successor for tandem touring, full panniers, limousine undercarriage, on/off adventure.
Strengths/Satisfactory points	Smooth, well-damped, non-fluffy suspension for two people. The sharpness of the middle acceleration peculiar to three cylinders. Torquey engine. Good pickup and body movement, which is unbecoming of a liter tourer. No habits of the shaft. No chain maintenance required, even after long distance driving. Cruise control for easy high-speed driving. Above all, with the stock muffler, the exhaust sound is like a sobbing sound.
Weaknesses and complaints	Slender torque at very low RPMs? Poor fuel economy in exchange for power and pickup. Even with full use of the cruise control, it is only 14-17-21km/L. The weight of the vehicle. The quality and capacity of the plastic pannier cases. Especially the side cases are not easy to use.
Advice to prospective buyers.	You can get the performance of the flagship at the time for a little bit old adventure at a very low price. Naturally, it's loaded with comfort features such as thick front and rear seats, tracon, ABS, cruise control, and a variable screen. Although the suspension is not electronically controlled, it has a wide range of adjustment so that people of all sizes can be satisfied with the tandem. The thermometer sensor has been dead since I bought it used, and it took me a month to order it. For you who are greedy and think that it is a waste that you can only ride on-road even though you own a motorcycle (^_^)/

Recommended medium-sized (~400cc) motorcycles that can carry a lot of luggage

G310GS

The G310, the younger brother of the GS series, is also equipped with a large rear carrier, which is typical of the series, and has a high level of load capacity. With its small displacement, the G310 can be used on a daily basis.

Purpose of purchase, purpose of use, comparative models	outward appearance
Strengths/Satisfactory points	Comfortable seating and high line of sight. In addition, it is very stable and can turn small in spite of the size of the vehicle. It has optional parts, but it has enough load capacity. It is also good that it is easy to manage the remaining amount of gasoline because the distance that can be traveled is shown on the display. Very hard to get tired even in long distance touring.
Weaknesses and complaints	Poor footing and the weight of the vehicle itself. (It is quite scary to drive on gravel road) In the middle of winter, the engine won't start... or rather, it won't start in freezing temperatures. The clock on the display shifts quickly. (It shifts about one minute in about two weeks.) Low-speed torque is very weak, and the soft suspension makes the rear wheels spin easily. At the end of the day, start-up acceleration is very habit-forming. And on top of that, the optional parts are way overpriced!
Advice to prospective buyers.	It's a quirky motorcycle to be honest. I've also ridden the Selo and YZFR-25, and to be honest, those are easier to ride. But that's not to say it's a bad thing. It is linked to the enjoyment of riding, and is characterized by the interesting feeling of riding. A display that reduces fatigue when touring and shows the distance that can be travelled, calculated backwards from the fuel. Quirky torque, a small turning radius, and a high line of sight... all combine to make the It's the kind of motorcycle that's all about the fun of riding. On the other hand, the part that's not defensible at all is that the engine won't start when it's below freezing. Be especially careful in Tohoku, the Sea of Japan and other cold regions. If you persistently run the cell and the battery goes up. The only way to do this is to barge in or have a kickstarter. Also, it is a minus that the display time goes wrong plainly. That's about it, isn't it? In addition, it is said that high-octane gasoline is recommended.

Recommended large (~1000cc) motorcycles that can carry a lot of luggage

890 ADVENTURE

KTM's mid-displacement ADV with a stock carrier and optional top and side cases. The motorcycle is easy to use in terms of displacement.

Recommended medium-sized (~250cc) motorcycles that can carry a lot of luggage

Primavera 150

The hidden loading ability. The factory installed front and rear carriers are sturdy enough to carry more than just a scooter. There is also a genuine leather bag that can be fixed to the carrier, allowing you to carry the motorcycle in style.

Purpose of purchase, purpose of use, comparative models	Japanese motorcycles are great, but after years of driving them, they've become too good to be interesting. That's when I saw the Vespa Picnic and fell in love with it. It costs about twice the price of a Japanese motorcycle, but the cuteness and the time and effort required are irresistible to motorcycle lovers.
Strengths/Satisfactory points	It's eye-catching and cute. My older wife says she is cute. I've never been told I was pretty on a motorcycle before. It's also the first time I've ever thought of a motorcycle as pretty myself. It's Italian color which Japanese motorcycles don't have, and it makes you feel cheerful.
Weaknesses and complaints	I knew it, but the luggage is not loaded well. If you stick to the Vespa brand and get all the accessories, it will be very expensive. Also, it's a steel scooter, so if you don't take care of it, it will rust. The ride is quite normal and there is no sense of discomfort with the cantilevered wheels. Fuel economy is 30 kilometers./It's about a litre. Gasoline is high-octane, but because it is a full tank of 7 liters, I do not care only about 40 yen higher than regular.
Advice to prospective buyers.	It is a motorcycle that you want to take care of and maintain. I'm often called out on the street and in touring. I think it is safer to use Japanese motorcycle if you don't ride high speed and you are thinking about a short ride.