Zigwheels PH Top 5 Most searched motorcycles in 2024

Motorcycles have always been a mainstay when it comes to mobility in the Philippine setting. The reason for the aforementioned is due to the high accessibility of two-wheelers, at least when compared to larger vehicles. 

For starters, motorcycles tend to have relatively low prices. Models, especially with low displacements, are likewise notable for their impressive fuel economy and their ability to cut through traffic. 

With the popularity of motorcycles locally, Zigwheels Philippines, apart from four-wheeled vehicles, sees a lot of traffic from folks looking to get their next two-wheeled ride. So, as 2024 comes to a close, let us check out the five most searched motorcycles (in no particular order) on our website. 

Honda Click 125

The Honda Click 125 is one of the most searched-for motorcycles in 2024 in Zigwheels Philippines. 

Initially launched globally in 2006, the Click has now become one of Honda Philippines Incorporated’s most recognizable nameplates. The aforementioned comes courtesy of the Click being a complete package in the eyes of many motorcycle buyers. 

For starters, its current version received a stylishly sharp-looking exterior design available in seven dynamic colors. It likewise sports a peppy 125-cubic centimeter (cc) two-valve single overhead cam (SOHC) engine capable of producing 11 horsepower (hp), which is quite healthy for a scooter of its size. 

Here are the specifications of the Philippine-spec Honda Click 125: 

Model	Honda Click 125
Dimensions (L x W x H, in mm)	1,918x679x1,066
Wheelbase (mm)	1,280
Ground clearance (mm)	131
Seat height (mm)	769
Wheel size (in inches)	14 (front,rear)
Lighting system	LED
Amenities/Technologies	Park brake lock USB charger Tubeless tires PGM-Fi fuel system Combined braking system Two-tone exterior color options
Instrument cluster	Digital
Seating capacity	2
Cargo capacity	10 liters (underseat luggage box)
Engine	125-cc Four-stroke, two-valve liquid-cooled, SOHC
Fuel type	Gasoline
Transmission	V-Matic belt-converter transmission
Horsepower	11
Torque	10.8 Nm
Brakes	Front disc, rear drum
Pricing	P81,400

Yamaha Sniper 155

Likewise gaining a lot of searches on our website in 2024 is the Yamaha Sniper 155. 

Made by the Shizuoka-based motorcycle manufacturer since 2015, the Sniper 155 has since become a common sight on Philippine roads. In the local market, the Yamaha model primarily stands against the Suzuki Raider R150 Fi, and it is offered at a starting price of P125,900. 

Propelling the Yamaha-made bike is a 155-cc, liquid-cooled, four-stroke SOHC engine that’s good for 17.6 hp and 14.4 Nm of torque. Its output figures place the Sniper 155 as one of the more powerful underbone rides within its price range. 

The model’s top-spec R variant, in particular, also comes with an anti-lock braking system and a smart key. Both trims, however, were dressed up by the Japanese marque with an exterior inspired by the YZF-R1 sport bike. 

Here are the specifications of the Yamaha Sniper 155: 

Model	Yamaha Sniper 155	Yamaha Sniper 155R
Dimensions (L x W x H, in mm)	1,975x665x1105
Wheelbase (mm)	1,290
Ground clearance (mm)	150
Seat height (mm)	795
Wheel size (in inches)	17-inch
Lighting system	LED
Amenities/Technologies	Wet sump lubrication system Tubeless tires Injected fuel system Hazard lamp	Wet sump lubrication system Tubeless tires Injected fuel system Hazard lamp ABS 12-volt DC power socket Smart key
Instrument cluster	Digital
Seating capacity	2
Engine	155-cc, liquid-cooled, four-valve, four-stroke SOHC
Fuel type	Gasoline
Transmission	Six-speed constant mesh
Horsepower	17.6
Torque	14.4 Nm
Brakes	Front and rear disc brakes	Front (Two-pot caliper) and rear discs
Pricing	P125,900	P145,900

Yamaha Mio i125

Another Yamaha up in the charts when it comes to searches from our users is the Yamaha Mio i125. 

With its accessible price and stylish good looks, the Mio has been a cornerstone of Yamaha Philippines’ local success when it comes to small displacement scooters. It is quite a common sight on local roads, and it is well-known among riders for its lightweight body and agile handling characteristics. 

For propulsion, the Mio i125 depends on a 125-cc single-cylinder, air-cooled, four-stroke, two-valve SOHC mill capable of outputting 9.3 hp and 9.6 Nm of torque. It uses a V-Belt automatic transmission, and it also boasts a wet sump lubrication system, as well as an electric starter. 

Based on its output numbers, the said version of the Mio doesn’t sound too powerful, but note that it has a very light wet weight ranging from 92 kilograms (kg) for the base variant to 94 kg for the top-spec Mio i125 S. 

Notably, the top-spec Mio i125 S also comes with a start/stop system, which promises to enhance the bike’s fuel economy. 

Here are the specifications of the Mio i125:

Model	Yamaha Mio i125	Yamaha Mio i125 S
Dimensions (L x W x H, in mm)	1,870x685x1,035
Wheelbase (mm)	1,260
Ground clearance (mm)	135
Seat height (mm)	750
Wheel size (in inches)	14-inch
Lighting system	Halogen
Amenities/Technologies	Wet sump lubrication system Tubeless tires Injected fuel system	Wet sump lubrication system Tubeless tires Injected fuel system Engine start/stop system
Instrument cluster	Analog meter panel
Seating capacity	2
Engine	125-cc, air-cooled, four-stroke, two-valve SOHC
Fuel type	Gasoline
Transmission	V-Belt automatic
Horsepower	9.3
Torque	9.6
Brakes	Front disc, rear drum
Pricing	P77,900	P82,900

Honda Click 160

Like its smaller sibling, the Honda Click 160 is also one of the most searched motorcycle models on Zigwheels Philippines this year. 

From a styling perspective, the said model retains the familiar Click outline, but it comes with a comfier seat with thicker padding, chunkier fairings, and many other small design variances. But curiously enough, it has a slightly shorter wheelbase compared to the smaller Honda-made model.  

The biggest element setting it apart from the 125-cc version, however, is its 157-cc four-stroke, four-valve, liquid-cooled SOHC mill, which can churn out 15 hp and 13.8 Nm of torque. It also has a V-Matic transmission, a PGM-Fi fuel system, a start/stop system, and a full transistorized ignition system. 

With more power and features compared to the Click 125, the larger 160-cc version of the nameplate starts at a notably higher price point of P116,900. 

Model	Honda Click 160
Dimensions (L x W x H, in mm)	1,929x678x1,088
Wheelbase (mm)	1,278
Ground clearance (mm)	138
Seat height (mm)	778
Wheel size (in inches)	14-inches
Lighting system	LED
Amenities/Technologies	Park brake lock USB charger Tubeless tires PGM-Fi fuel system Combined braking system Idling start-stop system
Instrument cluster	Digital
Seating capacity	2
Engine	157-cc Four-stroke, two-valve liquid-cooled, SOHC
Fuel type	Gasoline
Transmission	V-Matic belt-converter transmission
Horsepower	15
Torque	13.8 Nm
Brakes	Front disc, rear drum
Pricing	P116,900

Kawasaki Ninja 400

Also counting among the five most searched motorcycle models on our website for 2024 is the Kawasaki Ninja 400. 

Obviously, the Ninja 400 is the odd one since, unlike the other four detailed above, it is the only backbone, “big bike” model that has made it to the list. 

Folks who are thoroughly familiar with the aforementioned Kawasaki model, however, wouldn't be surprised by its popularity. It is, after all, relatively accessible to many buyers with its price of P340,900. 

For the same reason, many who are thinking of upgrading from a low-displacement motorcycle often go through the Ninja 400 route. Despite being a fairly large, sporty-looking ride, it is fairly user-friendly due to its assist and slipper clutch, digital gauge cluster, and anti-lock braking system. 

For power, the said version of the Ninja utilizes a 399-cc liquid-cooled, four-stroke, dual overhead cam two-cylinder mill capable of churning out 48.9 hp and 38 Nm of torque. It was also kitted out with a forced wet sump lubrication system, a six-speed manual transmission, and LED fixtures. 

Here is a table showing the specifications of the Philippine-spec Kawasaki Ninja 400:

Model	Kawasaki Ninja 400
Dimensions (L x W x H, in mm)	2,020x710x1,120
Wheelbase (mm)	1,370
Ground clearance (mm)	140
Seat height (mm)	785
Wheel size (in inches)	17-inches
Lighting system	LED
Amenities/Technologies	Anti-lock braking system Pass switch Assist and slipper clutch Injected fuel system
Instrument cluster	Digital
Seating capacity	2
Engine	399-cc two-cylinder, Four-stroke, two-valve liquid-cooled, SOHC
Fuel type	Gasoline
Transmission	6-speed manual
Horsepower	48.9
Torque	38 Nm
Brakes	Front and rear discs
Pricing	P340,900

Final thoughts

To sum it up, all five motorcycle models have the highest search frequencies on the Zigwheels Philippines website. It is not in any particular order but be assured that they are also some of the most recognizable nameplates in the market today. 

So, if you are one of the many who have browsed our site because you’re planning to get a new ride soon, we hope that our product pages were of help. We highly advise serious buyers, however, to give the motorcycle they want to buy a good test drive first before jumping the gun. 

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