Uploaded August 2026 | Updated September 2026, 3 weeks ago
Why do some slow, clunky, or objectively flawed motorcycles become absolute legends, while technically superior bikes are forgotten?
On this episode of the Bore and Stoke podcast, we break down the mysterious recipe behind "Cult Classic" motorcycles.
The episode kicks off with a look at some news topics, including a new Suzuki with an old Suzuki engine (to no one's surprise), plus some corporate news from Indian and Harley. Then we get into the meat of the episode: cult bikes. What is it about these machines on the road (or trail) that converts mechanical flaws into "personality"?
We debate the fine line between true character and “quirkiness”, call out a few famous cult bikes that are overrated, and draft our picks for future cult classics you should buy right now before prices skyrocket.
Drop a comment below: What motorcycle do you think is a true cult classic, and which one is overhyped?
We’d like to extend a special thank you to our podcast sponsor, the Honda CRF450R. So good, the only competition is yourself. Learn more about the CRF450R here: ad.doubleclick.net/ddm/trackclk/N1620.2181304VERTICALSCOPE/B35785606.447332039;dc_trk_aid=640859292;dc_trk_cid=255708988;dc_lat=;dc_rdid=;tag_for_child_directed_treatment=;tfua=;gdpr=%24%7BGDPR%7D;gdpr_consent=%24%7BGDPR_CONSENT_755%7D;ltd=;dc_tdv=1.
00:00 Intro
00:36 Advertisement
01:12 Go watch our past shows!
03:03 THE NEWS
03:30 Suzuki’s bringing the SV7GX and SV7GX-V to the States
06:16 Indian’s trimming the Scouts
08:52 Harley’s Q2 Numbers
13:30 Cult motorcycles — Let’s get into it
14:00 What’s the definition of a cult bike?
21:36 How does a bike reach cult status?
29:55 Ryan’s cult bike history
35:20 Troy’s cult bike history
39:08 Offroad cult bikes
41:45 Advertisement
42:24 Why do people like the KLR650 so much?
45:55 Where do Moto Guzzis fit?
49:49 We’ll look past a lot of stuff for Ducati Monsters
51:05 Overrated vs Underrated bikes
01:00:30 What are some future cult classics?
1:08:00 Tell us about your cult bike (and leave us a rating!)
1:10:28 Advertisement
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Established in 1994, Motorcycle.com is the premier online resource for motorcycle and scooter enthusiasts. With hundreds of high quality, detailed video reviews on bikes from Harley-Davidson, Honda, Yamaha, Suzuki, Kawasaki and just about everybody else, it's the best place to go to learn about the latest and greatest two-wheeled creations. There's simply no better resource if you're planning on buying or if you just want to check out some awesome machines.
Why do some slow, clunky, or objectively flawed motorcycles become absolute legends, while technically superior bikes are forgotten?
On this episode of the Bore and Stoke podcast, we break down the mysterious recipe behind "Cult Classic" motorcycles.
The episode kicks off with a look at some news topics, including a new Suzuki with an old Suzuki engine (to no one's surprise), plus some corporate news from Indian and Harley. Then we get into the meat of the episode: cult bikes. What is it about these machines on the road (or trail) that converts mechanical flaws into "personality"?
We debate the fine line between true character and “quirkiness”, call out a few famous cult bikes that are overrated, and draft our picks for future cult classics you should buy right now before prices skyrocket.
Drop a comment below: What motorcycle do you think is a true cult classic, and which one is overhyped?
We’d like to extend a special thank you to our podcast sponsor, the Honda CRF450R. So good, the only competition is yourself. Learn more about the CRF450R here: ad.doubleclick.net/ddm/trackclk/N1620.2181304VERTICALSCOPE/B35785606.447332039;dc_trk_aid=640859292;dc_trk_cid=255708988;dc_lat=;dc_rdid=;tag_for_child_directed_treatment=;tfua=;gdpr=%24%7BGDPR%7D;gdpr_consent=%24%7BGDPR_CONSENT_755%7D;ltd=;dc_tdv=1.
00:00 Intro
00:36 Advertisement
01:12 Go watch our past shows!
03:03 THE NEWS
03:30 Suzuki’s bringing the SV7GX and SV7GX-V to the States
06:16 Indian’s trimming the Scouts
08:52 Harley’s Q2 Numbers
13:30 Cult motorcycles — Let’s get into it
14:00 What’s the definition of a cult bike?
21:36 How does a bike reach cult status?
29:55 Ryan’s cult bike history
35:20 Troy’s cult bike history
39:08 Offroad cult bikes
41:45 Advertisement
42:24 Why do people like the KLR650 so much?
45:55 Where do Moto Guzzis fit?
49:49 We’ll look past a lot of stuff for Ducati Monsters
51:05 Overrated vs Underrated bikes
01:00:30 What are some future cult classics?
1:08:00 Tell us about your cult bike (and leave us a rating!)
1:10:28 Advertisement
Subscribe!
youtube.com/subscription_center?add_user=Motorcycle
YouTube - youtube.com/Motorcycle
Facebook - facebook.com/MotorcycleCom
Twitter - twitter.com/MotorcycleCom
Web - Motorcycle.com
Established in 1994, Motorcycle.com is the premier online resource for motorcycle and scooter enthusiasts. With hundreds of high quality, detailed video reviews on bikes from Harley-Davidson, Honda, Yamaha, Suzuki, Kawasaki and just about everybody else, it's the best place to go to learn about the latest and greatest two-wheeled creations. There's simply no better resource if you're planning on buying or if you just want to check out some awesome machines.
