Top 5 Budget Adventure Bikes in 2025
You don’t need a $20,000 adventure bike to hit the trails or tour the country. In 2025, there are some seriously capable budget adventure bikes that give you all the thrills—without emptying your bank account. Whether you’re commuting during the week or chasing dirt roads on weekends, these impressive machines offer a ton of bang for your buck. We’re listing five of them below.
Royal Enfield Himalayan 450
Royal Enfield’s newest Himalayan is a huge step up from the original. It’s still built for rough terrain, but now comes with a liquid-cooled engine, a circular TFT display with built-in navigation, and new suspension. You won’t find this kind of capability and simplicity at this price point anywhere else.
Key Highlights
- 452cc engine with 40 hp
- Ride-by-wire throttle and switchable ABS
- 21” front wheel and long-travel Showa suspension
- Turn-by-turn navigation, Bluetooth, and USB charging
KTM 390 Adventure R
The KTM 390 Adventure has always been one of the most feature-packed lightweight ADV bikes around. The 2025 model is better than ever, with several upgrades all around. Among the biggest changes is the new 399cc engine, a new 21-inch front wheel, and a revamped design inspired by Dakar Rally bikes.
Key Highlights
- 399cc engine
- Cornering ABS, traction control, and quickshifter
- TFT display
- WP suspension with 21-inch front wheel
Honda NX500
The Honda NX500 is a refined middleweight adventure bike that’s perfect for longer tours and light off-roading. It’s powered by a smooth and reliable parallel-twin engine, and it’s super approachable for new riders. This engine has been largely unchanged for a really long time, so you know reliability is impeccable here. This is its USP.
Key Highlights
- 471cc twin-cylinder engine
- Upright, comfortable ergonomics
- 19” front wheel and optional luggage
CFMOTO Ibex 450
CFMOTO is shaking things up with the all-new Ibex 450. This bike comes packed with adventure-ready hardware—long-travel KYB suspension, tubeless spoked wheels, and a torquey twin-cylinder engine. The engine you see here also has the much-popular 270-degree crankshaft setup, so you’ll have plenty of oomph here.
Key Specifications
- 449cc parallel-twin with 270-degree crankshaft
- 21”/18” wheels with off-road tires
- Adjustable suspension and ride modes
- Likable features
BMW G 310 GS
The G 310 GS is the most affordable way into BMW’s iconic GS lineup. It’s small, stylish, and surprisingly capable. While it’s not built for hardcore trail bashing, it’s great for city riding, weekend touring, and light dirt road adventures. It might not stay here for too long, since the G 310 platform is reportedly dying out.
Key Specifications
- 313cc single-cylinder with 34 hp
- Ride-by-wire and slipper clutch
- Comfortable, upright seating
- Lightweight and easy to handle
