For some reasons, most of Vietnamese people ride a under 175cc motorbike or scooter . firstly, the bigger motorbike we have to import and the government charge the import tax at least 100% with a huge fee on registration so generally it may cost twice as expensive as in foreign country.( it’s too expensive for most of people in Vietnam). Secondly, Vietnamese traffic law allows motorbike’s maximum speed is 40 km/h in the city and 60 or 70km/h on high way. So the bigger bikes seem to be not necessary in Vietnam.
Over the year riding motorbike tours in Vietnam we understood that a high quality bike is one of the most important things to make the perfect motorbike trip. Vietnam Motorbike Tour Expert is always doing our best and being not hesitant to invest a lot of time and money on maintaining good quality of bikes or updating newest possible bikes. Below is the list of bikes we usually used and did have great trips by them!
( Contact us to get detailed suggestions for your most suitable bikes)
1. SUZUKI EN 150A FI
Model: Suzuki EN 150A FI
Year 2013
Category: Nake
Displacement: 149cc
Engine type: Single cylinder, 4 strock
Starter: Electric
Power: 8,8 kw/ 8000 RPM
Ignition: ECU Electric System
Gearbox: 6 – speed
Transmission type: Chain
Clutch: Manual, Wet multiple Disk
Fuel Consumption : 2,2 L/ 100 Km
Fuel Tank Capacity: 14 (L)
Seat Height: 746 mm
Min –ground clearance: 170 mm
Dry weight: 135 kg
3. HONDA XR 125
A good, well maintained dirt (trail) bike is the cornerstone of every enjoyable enduro tour. As always, this is a compromise between bike purchasing cost (we’re not sponsored by any motorcycle company – the touring business here is too small to be attractive for any bike manufacturer), bike operating cost, availability of spare parts, reliability and the “fun factor” of the bikes. Considering all this, we purchased four-stroke Honda XL or XR 125, which are fairly lightweight, durable, and a barrel of fun. Made in 2000, Honda XL or XR 125s 4-stroke, 125 cc is a real motorcross for Vietnamese mountain roads where power means nothing as roads are small and have many blind curves.
Specifications :
Number of seats 2
Country of origin Japan
Engine displacement 125cc
Cylinder 01
Engine power (hp/rpm) 13/9,500
Starter Kick
Engine type OHC, air-cooled
Stroke cycle 04
Compression ratio 9.4:1
Speed 06
Ignition CDI
Fuel Consuming 51,4 km/liter speed 50 km/hour (standard gasoline)
Clutch Manual, Wet Type, & Double Clutch
System (volt.) 6V
Front brake Drum
Rear brake Drum
Front tyre 2.75-21-PR
Rear tyre 4.1-18-4PR
Front suspension Telescopic fork
Rear suspension Swing arm w. sh. abs
Fuel tank capacity (l) 07
Ground clearance (mm) 265
Height (mm) 1,110
Length (mm) 2,080
Curb weight (kg) 104
Seat height (mm) 820
Wheel base (mm) 1,310
HONDA CRF 250L
Being just imported in October, 2014, These brand new motorcycles promise to be the perfect ones for most of the road conditions in Vietnam. With experienced riders, this kind of bike is the last but not least condition to have perfect motorcycle touring.
Specifications:
Engine Type: 249cc liquid-cooled single-cylinder four-stroke
Bore And Stroke : 76.8mm x 53.8mm
Induction : Dual-Timing Programmed Fuel Injection (PGM-FI), 46mm throttle body
Ignition : Full transistor with electronic advance
Compression Ratio : 13.5:1
Valve Train : Unicam®, four-valve; 30.5mm intake, titanium; 25mm exhaust, steel
Transmission: Close-ratio five-speed
Final Drive: #520 Chain; 13T/49T
Front Suspension: 48mm inverted Showa cartridge fork with 16-position rebound and 16-position compression damping adjustability; 12.2 inches travel
Rear Suspension: Pro-Link® Showa single shock with spring preload, 17-position rebound damping adjustability, and compression-damping adjustment separated into low-speed (13 positions) and high-speed (3.5 turns); 12.3 inches travel
Front Brake: Single 240mm disc with twin-piston caliper
Rear Brake: Single 240mm disc
Front Tire : Dunlop MX51FA 80/100-21
Rear Tire : Dunlop MX51 100/90-19
Rake: 27° 23′ (Caster Angle)
Trail: 118mm (4.6 inches)
Wheelbase : 58.6 inches
Seat Height : 37.4 inches
Curb Weight : 231 pounds (Includes all standard equipment, required fluids and a full tank of fuel–ready to ride)
Fuel Capacity: 1.66 gallons
Ground Clearance: 12.7 inches
4. HONDA XR150L
Model: Honda XR150L
Year: 2015
Category: Enduro / offroad
Rating: 60.4 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other bikes 
Displacement: 125.00 cm (7.63 cubic inches)
Engine type: Single cylinder, four-stroke
Compression: 9.2:1
Bore x stroke: 52.4 x 57.8 mm (2.1 x 2.3 inches)
Valves per cylinder: 4
Fuel system: Carburettor. 20mm piston-valve
Fuel control: Overhead Valves (OHV)
Gearbox: 5-speed
Front suspension: Telescopic fork
Front brakes: Single disc. Dual-piston calliper
Front brakes diameter: 240 mm (9.4 inches)
Rear brakes: Expanding brake (drum brake)
Seat: Two-person seat
Dry weight: 129.0 kg (284.4 pounds)
Seat height: 825 mm (32.5 inches)
Overall height: 1,126 mm (44.3 inches)
Fuel capacity: 12.00 litres (3.17 gallons)
Starter: Electric & kick
Carrying capacity: Rear rack
5. HONDA BAJA or XR 250cc.
Specifications :
Number of seats 2
Country of origin Japan
Engine displacement 249 cc, air/oil cooled, 4-stroke
Cylinder 01
Engine power (hp/rpm) 28 hp (20.9 kW) @ 8,000 rpm
Starter Electronic
Engine type OHC, 4 valves per cylinder
Stroke cycle 04
Compression ratio 9.3:1
Speed 06
Ignition CDI type battery ignition
Fuel Consuming 22 km/liter speed 50 km/hour (standard gasoline)
Clutch Manual, wet multiple plate coil springs
System (volt.) 12V
Front brake Disc/Drum
Rear brake Disc/Drum
Front tyre 3.00-21-PR
Rear tyre 4.1 or 4.5-18-4PR
Front suspension Telescopic fork
Rear suspension Monoshock
Fuel tank capacity (l) 14
Ground clearance (mm) 310
Height (mm) 1,220
Length (mm) 2,140
Curb weight (kg) 119
Seat height (mm) 860
Wheel base (mm) 1,420
6. HONDA FORTUNE 125cc 
A solidly built bike that feels planted and has good balance. Strong front disc brake and durable suspension gives it excellent handling and stopping ability. It comes with a smooth shifting 5 speed gearbox. A comfortable seat that has room for a second passenger. Overall it’s a great touring bike that you can ride with confidence.
