Husqvarna Svartpilen 401
The 2020 Husqvarna Svartpilen 401 has a rugged, modern exterior with hints of retro. With a single-cylinder, liquid-cooled engine that pumps out 373cc, and a weight of just 335 pounds, it’s an excellent bike for moving around.
You can enjoy it cruising through the city or down winding, backcountry roads. And, with a price tag of just $5000, you really can’t go wrong with this machine.
Triumph Street Twin
The Street Twin is hands down Triumph’s most successful product. Originally launched as the Bonneville in 1959, it still carries the spirit of the original make.
The 2020 model is a modern classic, giving off a retro feel while having all the power of today’s leading technology. One improvement that’s been made this year is the engine's durability. The best part? You can get one of these bestsellers for just $9,300.
Harley-Davidson Iron 883
The 2020 883 is a sporty bike that’s considered by Harley-Davidson as a beginner's Sportster. It’s simple, with a V-twin air-cooled engine and a signature sound that we’ve all come to expect.
Although it’s not quite as powerful as the Sportster, it’s perfect as an entry-level version, especially with a price tag of just $8,999. There have been several upgrades since the line’s launch in the late 1950s, but the quality remains the same. This bike is available at a number of different colors and packs a powerful punch that fits most budgets.
Suzuki DR200S
This compact bike is the smallest of Suzuki’s dual-sport collection. It may not be as retro as the 1930s, but it does have roots that go back to the 90s, and its classic design hasn’t changed all that much.
The 2020 DR200S takes riders on a nostalgic journey down memory lane with its carbureted, air-cooled, two-valve motor, and five-speed, manual transmission. Even though the concept may have been born about two decades ago, today’s model provides a reliable, easy cruise down surface streets. However, there are better bikes for hitting the highways.
Kawasaki W800
The 2020 Kawasaki W800 has some of the most retro-style aesthetics of any of the bikes on our list. It’s designed to look like the Kawasaki W1 from the early 1960s, which the brand nailed.
At less than $10,000, the bike is one of the more affordable retro machines on the market these days. And, with a 733cc vertical twin, air-cooled engine, it’s also got a smooth, steady flow of power. As of now, the bike only comes in one color, Candy Cardinal Red. It’s a great bike for cruising down backcountry roads or through the city.