Best Touring Motorcycles for Long Expressway Rides, 2026
Touring motorcycles built for long-distance expressway riding. Wind protection, comfortable seats, large fuel tanks, and cruise control for TPLEX, NLEX, and SLEX trips.
6
Qualifying
73/100
Top Score
₱299,000
Cheapest
28 km/L
Best Fuel
Top 6 Rankings
BMW Motorrad R 1250 GS
Adventure · 1254cc · 19 km/L
₱1,495,000
73
Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin
Adventure · 1084cc · 21 km/L
₱950,000
70
Kawasaki Versys 650
Adventure · 649cc · 24 km/L
₱455,520
57
Suzuki V-Strom 650
Adventure · 645cc · 24 km/L
₱559,000
57
Honda CB500X
Adventure · 471cc · 28 km/L
₱439,000
53
Benelli TRK 502
Adventure · 500cc · 24 km/L
₱299,000
47Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best touring motorcycles for long expressway rides in 2026?
The top 3 are: 1. BMW Motorrad R 1250 GS (₱1,495,000, Score 73/100); 2. Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin (₱950,000, Score 70/100); 3. Kawasaki Versys 650 (₱455,520, Score 57/100). Ranked by expressway performance.
How many motorcycles qualify for "best touring motorcycles for long expressway rides"?
6 motorcycles out of 123 total models qualify. All are 400cc+ and expressway-legal in the Philippines.
What is the minimum displacement for expressway riding in the Philippines?
Motorcycles must have at least 400cc displacement to be allowed on Philippine expressways. All bikes listed here meet this requirement and are classified as Class 1 vehicles.
Do motorcycles need RFID for Philippine expressways?
Yes. Autosweep RFID covers SLEX, Skyway, STAR Tollway, NAIAX, and MCX. Easytrip RFID covers NLEX, SCTEX, TPLEX, CAVITEX, and CALAX. RFID stickers are free at toll plazas.
What toll rate do motorcycles pay?
Motorcycles 400cc+ pay Class 1 rates, the same as cars. Examples: ₱89 for NLEX Balintawak-Bocaue, ₱158 for SLEX Alabang-Calamba, ₱264 for Skyway Stage 3.