Top 5 most durable and reliable motorcycles to buy in 2018.

Honda Vision

The Honda Vision is an unmissable option for those looking to buy a motorbike. The Honda Vision boasts an elegant, compact, and popular design. The 2016 Vision incorporates many features from previous Honda scooter models such as the Click, SH, PCX, and Wave.

The first impression is the rear turn signal cluster, the angular shape, and the tapered body with a sturdy outline similar to the PCX. The elongated body with vertical creases reminds consumers of the SH series. Meanwhile, the compact design seems to be borrowed from the Click, and the brake lever and headlight of the Vision also cause many to mistake it for the Wave RS series.

The eSP engine is equipped on the Honda Vision. This scooter also features other modern technologies such as: PGM-FI electronic fuel injection, Idling-Stop automatic engine shut-off system, and an integrated ACG starter motor.

The Honda Vision's trunk has a capacity of 18 liters, enough to hold one full-face helmet or two half-face helmets, plus some other useful items. However, it's still far inferior to the Lead's trunk. The Vision's fuel tank is located under the trunk, which is somewhat inconvenient.

Honda Air Blade

Compact yet elegant, powerful, and stylish – these are the standout features of the mid-range Honda Air Blade scooter. The scooter utilizes LED technology for small-sized bulbs, creating a seamless connection from the front wheel to the handlebars, with a sleek design.

The Honda Air Blade is equipped with eSP-125cc, 4-stroke, single-cylinder, liquid-cooled engine technology, along with an integrated ACG starter system. Compared to the previous generation, the 2016 Honda Air Blade boasts a new engine with higher performance and a maximum power output of up to 8.4 kW.

The Honda Air Blade has a fuel consumption of approximately 2.09 liters/100 km. This is not the most fuel-efficient scooter in Honda's lineup.

Honda Lead

The Honda Lead has a rather large and bulky design, with a low ground clearance; the rear design, with its LED daytime running lights and taillights, is quite attractive. Overall, the Lead's design emphasizes durability and practicality. It is especially suitable for women, those with families, or female office workers.

The Honda Lead is equipped with a PGM engine for excellent fuel efficiency. The Lead uses a PGM-FI, gasoline, 4-stroke, 1-cylinder, liquid-cooled engine. With a 125cc cylinder capacity, the Lead is considered a fairly powerful and cool-running scooter.

The Lead operates quite smoothly when traveling at speeds between 30 and 60 km/h and seems to produce virtually no loud noise. The seating area of ​​the Lead is spacious and comfortable for both the rider and the passenger.

The Honda Lead's trunk is extremely spacious, with a capacity of up to 35-37 liters, allowing users to maximize storage space. The fuel tank, located at the front, opens easily by turning the ignition lock and pressing the fuel tank cap release button next to the lock.

Yamaha Sirius

The Yamaha Sirius is one of the most reasonably priced motorcycles on the Vietnamese market today. A Yamaha Sirius costs between 18 and 23 million VND. Featuring sturdy cast wheels, this motorcycle boasts a sporty and youthful style, suitable for a wide range of users. It comes in a variety of 6 different colors to choose from, allowing you to find one that matches your personal style.

The Yamaha Sirius is equipped with a 4-stroke, 2-valve SOHC, air-cooled, electronically fuel-injected engine. Maximum power output is 6.4KW (8.7PS/7,000 rpm).

Yamaha Sirius motorcycles perform quite well, with few breakdowns in the first three years. From the fourth year onwards, there were a few issues related to the chain, disc brakes, and notably, the exhaust pipe on the Sirius was prone to leaks, but overall, the Yamaha Sirius is quite durable over time.

Wave Alpha

Known as Honda's savior during its difficult times, when the Honda Dream was considered too rigid and outdated, the Honda Wave Alpha launched on the market as a breath of fresh air, freeing Honda from the constraints of old designs. To this day, the Honda Wave Alpha hasn't undergone many changes in appearance, still maintaining its characteristic sleek and unique look.

Equipped with a 4-stroke, 97cc, air-cooled engine, the bike delivers a maximum power of up to 5.1 kW/8,000 rpm and a maximum torque of 7.0 Nm/5,500 rpm. This allows the bike to accelerate from a standstill to 40 km/h in just 6 seconds, which is quite fast compared to many other models.

In addition, the engine runs quite cool, and even at high speeds (over 60km/h) or on long journeys, the Honda Wave Alpha remains very light.

Overall, at a price of 16.9 million VND, the Honda Wave Alpha is the best choice among bikes in the same price range. And despite some drawbacks, the Wave Alpha continues to be a favorite among many people due to its durability and price, which suits the economic conditions of the vast majority of Vietnamese consumers.