These are the best affordable entry-level touring enduros 2026

These are the best affordable entry-level touring enduros 2026

The 1000PS editorial team has already tested numerous models this year and has now selected its favorites. These 10 affordable touring enduros were the most convincing.

The adventure bike segment has become so broad and diverse that there is now a strong selection of affordable entry-level models as well. For this category, we focused on motorcycles with a new price of under €10,000 and a maximum output of 75 hp. The definition of an entry-level adventure bike was kept deliberately broad. Rather than relying solely on technical details such as wheel size or traditional segment boundaries, factors like overall character, handling, usability and price also played an important role. As a result, some motorcycles that might sit between conventional categories were still included if they clearly matched the spirit of an accessible and versatile adventure bike. It is also worth noting that individual motorcycles can qualify for more than one category and may therefore appear in several rankings.

published on 30/06/2026


Top Awards 2026

The jury, made up of respected experts with different areas of expertise, carefully evaluated each motorcycle based on criteria such as innovation, performance and design. With a wealth of experience and a keen eye for detail, they have selected the motorcycles that stand for excellence in their respective categories. The jury is made up of former racers, experienced motorcycle testers, men and women, in short, respected experts who all know their field inside out. Their collective knowledge and rigorous assessment ensure that only the most deserving candidates are honored with this prestigious award.

These are the best affordable entry-level touring enduros 2026

Rank

Model

Engine

Cubic capacity

Power

Torque

1

CFMOTO 450MT

In line

449 ccm

42 HP

42 Nm

2

KTM 390 Adventure R

Single-cylinder

398.7 ccm

44 HP

39 Nm

3

Royal Enfield Himalayan 450

Single-cylinder

451.65 ccm

40 HP

40 Nm

4

Kawasaki KLE500 SE

In line

451 ccm

45 HP

42.6 Nm

5

Suzuki DR-Z4S

Single-cylinder

398 ccm

38 HP

37 Nm

6

Honda NX500

In line

471 ccm

48 HP

43 Nm

7

BMW F 450 GS

In line

420 ccm

48 HP

43 Nm

8

KTM 390 Adventure X

Single-cylinder

398.7 ccm

44 HP

39 Nm

9

Suzuki V-Strom 650

V

645 ccm

71 HP

62 Nm

10

KTM 390 Enduro R

Single-cylinder

398.7 ccm

45 HP

39 Nm

These are the best affordable entry-level touring enduros 2025

Rank

Model

Engine

Cubic capacity

Power

Torque

1

KTM 390 Adventure R
KTM 390 Adventure R

Single-cylinder

398.7 ccm

44 HP

39 Nm

2

CFMOTO 450MT
CFMOTO 450MT

In line

449.5 ccm

42 HP

42 Nm

3

Royal Enfield Himalayan 450
Royal Enfield Himalayan 450

In line

451.65 ccm

40 HP

40 Nm

These are the best affordable entry-level touring enduros 2024

Rank

Model

Engine

Cubic capacity

Power

Torque

1

Royal Enfield Himalayan 450
Royal Enfield Himalayan 450

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-

-

-

2

CFMOTO 450MT
CFMOTO 450MT

In line

449.5 ccm

42 HP

42 Nm

3

Honda NX500
Honda NX500

In line

471 ccm

48 HP

43 Nm