Cruisers are the favorite motorcycle category among motorcycle riders. They are expensive because of their classic styling, lustrous color schemes, bulky size, modern features, and costly parts. There are traditional cruisers with classic paint jobs and retro looks, and modern cruisers with futuristic designs and have the latest ride-assist features. The latter is built with better performance with high-powered engines, also known as Power or Muscle cruisers. Some cruisers also come with stock touring parts for comfortable long-distance rides, while others have more bagger-style looks. These advancements, features, and parts installed on modern cruisers make them desirable but expensive.

There are also several custom-made or bespoke production cruisers that are way too expensive and only manufactured at a customer’s request.

If you are a motorcycle enthusiast and you love riding luxurious motorcycles with traditional looks, modern features, and relaxed riding ergonomics, this article provides a list of the top 15 most expensive cruisers in the USA.

The 2022 Harley Davidson Low Rider El Diablo is a bagger-style cruiser combining classic and modern features. It is a tribute to the classic 1983 Harley Davidson FXRT with custom styling and a dual-tone El Diablo bright red and El Diablo dark red metallic fade color scheme. Being a bagger-style cruiser, it comes with a stock frame-mounted fairing, an average-sized tinted windscreen, and hard saddlebags. The Harley Low Rider El Diablo has a blacked-out matte finish with a bobber-style front and rear fender, separate dual mufflers, a solo rider seat, and high-output speakers by Rockford Fosgate. If you prefer a stripped-down cruiser look and high-speed performance, you can remove the fairing and saddlebags. The 117 cu in (1,917 cc) Milwaukee-Eight 117 engine has a horsepower of 103 hp at 4,750 rpm and a torque of 169.48 Nm at 3,500 rpm. The Harley Low Rider El Diablo also has a standard ABS and cruise control feature for a better and safe cruising experience. Being a uniquely-designed model with an El Diablo color scheme and graphics, the Harley Low Rider El Diablo costs $27,999.

The Ducati Diavel V4 is a modern-day power/muscle cruiser with a futuristic design and unique build. It has a broad frame to improve air intake, engine performance, and cooling. The Ducati Diavel V4 has aggressive riding ergonomics, a café racer-style solo rider seat, and a tail cowl. The four exhaust outlets, compact build, and aerodynamically-designed fuel tank with sharp curves give this motorbike a bold cruiser attitude and quicker acceleration. The Ducati Diavel V4 has fully-adjustable suspensions with a front wheel travel of 4.7 inches and a rear wheel travel of 5.7 inches for comfortably cruising on paved and damaged roads.

The Ducati Diavel V4 is powered by a 71 cu in (1,158 cc) liquid-cooled, V4 Granturismo engine capable of producing a horsepower of 168 hp at 10,750 rpm and a torque of 126 Nm at 7,500 rpm with an exceptionally low dry weight of 211 kg.

The Ducati Diavel V4 comes fully loaded with several standard features, including a multimedia system with a five-inch color display screen, Bluetooth and phone connectivity, and a navigation system. It also comes with four riding modes, including Urban, Touring, Wet, and Sport. The Ducati Diavel V4 also has several standard ride-safety features, including ABS cornering EVO, cruise control, traction control, wheelie control, power launch, and a quick shifter. All these exclusive features, high-speed performance, and muscular design make it a highly expensive motorcycle, costing $26,695.

The 2022 Triumph Rocket 3 GT 221 is another sporty muscle cruiser with a distinctive engine design and performance. This vehicle holds the record of having the largest engine  in the world: a 2,458 cc liquid-cooled, inline three-cylinder engine. The 2,458 cc engine has a torque of 221 Nm at 4,000 rpm and a horsepower of 165 hp at 6,000 rpm. Despite being fitted with the largest engine size, the Triumph Rocket 3 comes with a ride-by-wire throttle that electronically restricts the motorcycle to attain a top speed of 139.8 mph.

The Triumph Rocket 3 GT 221 is a stylish motorcycle with twin LED headlights, stainless three-into-one-into-three exit silencers, a wide rear tire, intricate 20-spoke wheels, and a small passenger’s backrest. Being a modern-day muscle cruiser, it also comes with several standard ride-assist and safety features, including torque-assist hydraulic clutch, ABS, traction control, and cruise control. For a customized and interactive riding experience, the Triumph Rocket 3 GT 221 also comes with four selectable riding modes, including Sport, Rain, Road, and Rider-Configurable, adjustable ergonomics, and a 2nd generation TFT color display.

The Moto Guzzi MGX-21 Flying Fortress has a distinct bagger-style look with a modern equipment package, futuristic design, and offers a pleasant riding experience. This cruiser’s most unique trait is its carbon fiber pannier covers that help restrict the overall weight to 341 kg. For a comfortable cruising and touring experience, it comes with modified batwing fairing and saddlebags. The Moto Guzzi MGX-21 is only available in a blacked-out finish, matte black color scheme, and red cylinder heads. It has a uniquely designed plexiglass double flyscreen mounted to the fairing and separate dual exhaust pipes.

Unlike most V-Twin cruisers, the Moto Guzzi MGX-21 is fitted with a perpendicularly-oriented V-Twin engine capable of a horsepower of 96.6 hp at 6,500 rpm and a torque of 121 Nm at 3,000 rpm. It also has an infotainment package, including a 50-watt audio system with dual loudspeakers, smartphone, and Bluetooth connectivity, and an SD card feature. For a safe riding experience, the Moto Guzzi MGX-21 also comes with a standard ABS, traction control, cruise control, ride-by-wire throttle, and engine maps. Due to being an advanced cruiser with lightweight carbon fiber pannier covers and standard modern features, it is an expensive motorcycle, costing $21,990.

The Harley Davidson Low Rider ST and the Harley Low Rider El Diablo are similar motorbikes powered by the same 1,917 cc Milwaukee-Eight 117 engine. It has the same blacked-out finish, a solo rider seat, dark bronze nine-spoke cast aluminum wheels, a wide fairing, and hard saddlebags. The Harley Low Rider ST is available in two single-tone, simple color schemes, including vivid black and gunship gray. It also comes with a standard ABS and cruise control feature. However, unlike the Harley Low Rider El Diablo, it does not include built-in speakers and a display screen. The Harley Low Rider ST is the basic version without any fancy color schemes and graphics and costs $6,250 less than the Harley Low Rider El Diablo.

The 2023 Indian Super Chief Limited is an old-school cruiser with blacked-out and chrome finishes. It has a simple yet attractive build and is fitted with a large windshield and leather saddlebags for better touring performance. The Indian Super Chief Limited also has forward-mounted floorboards and two-into-one-into-two chrome mufflers. Despite being simple, classic, and elegant, it comes at a base price of $21,499 due to being powered by a Thunderstroke 116 air-cooled, V-Twin engine capable of a torque of 162.7 Nm at 2,900 rpm and a horsepower of 79 hp. A four-inch touchscreen display is fitted onto an analog-style gauge that helps you to select ride modes, play or change music tracks, navigate, and answer or reject phone calls. For a customized riding experience, the windshield and saddlebags can be removed, and the rider can also choose between three selectable ride modes, including Sport, Tour, and Standard. A standard ABS, cruise control, rear-cylinder deactivation, and super-sticky Pirelli Night Dragon tires ensure a safe, better, and exciting riding experience.

The Harley Heritage Classic is a vintage-style cruiser available in several trims, has a chrome or blacked-out finish and 14 different single- and dual-tone classic color schemes. To enhance its old-school look, it is fitted with Hiawatha headlamps, a large windshield, leather saddlebags, and mid-mounted handlebars. The lockable leather saddlebags can be easily opened with a single touch, and the windshield can be easily detached for a stripped-down cruising experience.

Despite its old-school look, the Harley Heritage Classic is a modern cruiser powered by a 1,868 cc Milwaukee-Eight 114 engine capable of a torque of 161.34 Nm at 3,000 rpm and a horsepower of 100.5 hp. For a cleaner look, the rear mono-shock absorber remains hidden under the seat. The Harley Heritage Classic has a standard ABS and cruise control feature for better traction and control.

The 2020 Harley Davidson Breakout is a chopper-style cruiser with the longest wheelbase of the Harley cruiser lineups. Having a raked-out front end, it also comes with forward-mounted foot controls and spacious legroom that makes it unsuited for shorter riders. It is a uniquely designed cruiser with wide, flat handlebars and a low seat height of 25.6 inches. The rider has to stretch his/her limbs to grip the handlebars. Though it is a stylish cruiser with a slim front tire and a wide rear tire for better linear performance, its aggressive riding style with a forward back and stretched legs position makes it quite uncomfortable for long-distance rides. The Harley Breakout is also one of the most expensive cruisers in the Harley cruiser lineup, with a base price of $20,499.

The Harley Breakout is also easily customizable due to its minimalist design. It is a lightweight cruiser powered by a 114 cu in Milwaukee-Eight 114 engine capable of a torque of 161.34 Nm at 3,000 rpm and a horsepower of 100 hp at 5,020 rpm. The Harley Breakout’s powerful engine and lightweight cruiser design make it agile and nimble. However, due to its longer trail size and bigger rake, it is difficult to lean when turning corners. Like all high-performance Harley cruisers, the Harley Breakout also has a standard ABS feature.

Harley Davidson is a popular, but expensive American motorcycle brand. The Harley Fat Boy 114 is another simple yet expensive cruiser, with a base price of $19,530. Though built with a minimalist design, it is one of the most stylish and aesthetically attractive cruisers in the Harley lineup, with a muscular front end and a wide rear tire. The wider front end includes a round headlamp fitted inside a chrome nacelle attached to the front fork. The shiny chrome front end and the separate dual staggered exhaust pipes give it a head-turning look and classic attitude. Like all the Harley performance cruisers, the Harley Fat Boy 114 is powered by a 114 cu in Milwaukee-Eight 114 engine. Despite being an expensive cruiser, the ABS is an optional feature, costing an additional $819.

Harley Davidson has long been producing classic cruisers with chrome finish and vintage looks. However, with the introduction of the Softail lineup in 2017, Harley Davidson also began making innovative and modern power cruisers. The Harley Fat Bob 114 has always been a unique motorcycle with a distinct look. The 2022 Harley Fat Bob 114 is a power cruiser built for agility and quick throttle response. It has fat front and rear tires, wide flat handlebars, and a rectangular-shaped LED headlight fitted inside a blacked-out nacelle attached to the front fork. The most distinctive feature of the Harley Fat Bob 114 is the bronze-color two-into-one-into-two exhaust system with shorty dual mufflers.

The 114 cu in Milwaukee-Eight® 114 engine has a horsepower of 100 hp and a torque of 160 Nm at 3,500 rpm. Despite being an expensive bike, the ABS is an optional feature, costing $819.

If you are looking for a motorcycle with the qualities of cruisers and sports bikes, neo-traditional styling, and fast acceleration, the Yamaha VMAX is the right choice. It has a futuristic look with an unconventional fuel tank and seat design. The Yamaha VMAX is attractive and muscular with a broad frame for better air intake and four exhaust outlets (Two on both sides) due to being a power cruiser. This vehicle has handlebar-mounted analog gauges and a fuel tank-mounted display screen showing fuel level, gear position, clock, and engine temperature. The Yamaha VMAX has sportier ergonomics with a forward riding position and mid-mounted foot controls.

Though Yamaha did not claim the power output of the Yamaha VMAX, it ensures a quick throttle response and accelerates faster at any gear level, thanks to its 102 cu in (1,679cc) liquid-cooled, 65° V-Four engine. The Yamaha VMAX is ideal for riders who enjoy fast rides and better linear performance on straight roads. However, it does not disappoint you while turning tight corners. It has the latest ride-assist features, including an ABS, fully-adjustable suspensions with long wheel travel, fly-by-wire throttle, downdraft four-bore fuel injection with YCC-I® intake technology, and slipper clutch for powerful performance.

The 2023 BMW R18 Classic is one of the best modern-day cruisers with premium classic styling, a traditional BMW fuel tank design, and an unconventional engine. It is also available in a stripped-down cruiser style, but the BMW R18 Classic comes with a large windshield and leather saddlebags for a perfect cruising experience. It has chrome Hiawatha headlamps, chrome side mirrors, and separate dual extended mufflers on both sides. The BMW R18 is available in several lustrous and matte single- and dual-tone color schemes with a neat finish, giving it an attractive look.

The BMW R18 Classic is a big cruiser with an overall length of 96.1 inches and a width of 38 inches due to being fitted with a 1,802 cc air- and oil-cooled, horizontally-mounted four-stroke boxer engine. The boxer engine has a horsepower of 91 hp at 4,750 rpm and a torque of 157.27 Nm at 3,000 rpm. Due to the BMW R18 Classic’s bulky overall size and wet weight of 805 lbs, it can only reach a top speed of 117 mph.

The 2023 BMW R18 lineup has three available models, including a simple BMW R18 without the windscreen and saddlebags, the BMW R18 Classic (with windshield and saddlebags) for better touring performance, and the BMW R18 100 Years (Limited Edition model) with an improved customized look. The standard features include a BMW Motorrad Integral ABS, Automatic Stability Control (ASC), and three riding modes (Rain, Rock, and Roll).

The 2014 Honda Valkyries F6C is another stylish muscle/power cruiser with a bulky front end and a slim tail. The Honda Valkyrie has always been a good-looking bulky motorcycle with a six-cylinder engine. It comes with dual side-mounted radiators to give it a muscular front-end look. The Honda Valkyrie F6C is fitted with a 1,832 cc liquid-cooled, horizontally-opposed flat-six engine. It is also considered the stripped-down cruiser version of the Honda Gold Wing.

The horizontally-opposed flat-six engine has a horsepower of 118 hp at 5,500 rpm and a torque of 167 Nm at 4,000 rpm. The Honda Valkyrie F6C only has an ABS as a standard feature.

The Suzuki Boulevard M109R B.O.S.S. is a high-performance cruiser with a café racer-style tail cowl, solo rider seat, blacked-out finish, compact design, and an extended nose fairing. Despite being a muscle cruiser, it has a curb weight of 347 kg due to being fitted with a large 1,783 cc liquid-cooled, 54˚ V-Twin engine capable of a horsepower of 128 hp and a torque of 160 Nm. The Suzuki Boulevard M109R B.O.S.S. provides a quick throttle response to ensure fast acceleration and an exciting riding experience. Despite having a base priced at $15,599, it does not come with a standard ABS feature.

Arch Motorcycles was founded and run by the famous Canadian actor Keanu Reeves, famous for playing the character of John Wick in the John Wick movies and custom motorcycle builder Gard Hollinger. Initially, they started with customizing Keanu’s Harley Davidson until they decided later on to build their own motorcycle brand.

Introduced in September 2013, the Arch KRGT-1 was the first motorcycle produced by ARCH. Despite being an expensive motorcycle costing $85,000, the Arch KRGT-1 is categorized as a bespoke production motorcycle, meaning that it is only produced on customers’ request and designed to fit personal preferences. The Arch KRGT-1 is a café racer-style performance cruiser with a minimalist design, head and tail cowl, and a solo rider seat with lower back support. It is manufactured using high-quality parts. The Arch/Öhlins front suspension coupled with NIX technology and the rear mono-shock provides adjustable preload settings. The Arch KRGT-1 also has six-piston radial calipers coupled with dual ISR dampened discs and an ISR four-piston caliper with a single semi-floating disc, along with a BOSCH ABS for a safer riding experience. It ensures a forward riding position and adequate legroom due to being fitted with café racer-style handlebars and forward-mounted foot controls.

The Arch KRGT-1 provides a race-inspired ride quality and handling due to being powered by a 2,032 cc S&S Cycle T124 45 ° downdraft fuel-injected V-Twin engine capable of a torque of 156.3 Nm. A dry weight of 596 lbs and a high-powered engine make the Arch KGRT-1 an agile and easy-to-handle motorcycle.

Despite being expensive, the cruisers covered in this article are still popular with motorcycle enthusiasts. These motorcycles are suited for you if you have a good storage space or garage, enough money to purchase and maintain expensive motorcycles, and love cruising on open roads and highways. Before buying a cruiser, first thing to consider the types of cruisers, including standard, custom, chopper-style, touring-style, power/muscle, and performance. Cruisers are expensive due to being fitted with high-powered engines, loads of modern features, touring accessories, and high-quality parts to provide customers with the best ride quality and performance.

If you have an older or simple cruiser, you can still improve aesthetics, comfort, and performance by adding a few aftermarket parts available at Viking Bags. There are different luggage options, including saddlebags and sissy bar bags to improve the storage capacity. Other aftermarket parts include fairings, sissy bars, crash bars, and handlebars.