# Why Aren't Automatic Motorcycles Popular For Bikers?

> Of the different motorcycle transmission types, manuals are tops in sales and the hearts of biker purists. For many riders, shifting gears is part of the soul of motorcycling.

- **Source:** [SlashGear](https://www.slashgear.com/1970716/why-are-automatic-motorcycles-no-popular-for-bikers/?utm_source=gearopen.com&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=feed&utm_content=68d070a95816547c71c2d635)
- **Published:** 2025-09-21
- **Category:** Cars
- **Tags:** #kawasaki #yamaha #honda #aren #automatic #bikers #clutch #motorcycles
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