Top farm bikes you need to buy in 2026

There are plenty of instances where a bike beats out four-wheeled alternatives on the farm, ranging from cost to access. In our opinion they’re also loads more fun than a buggy, which helps pass the time when checking fences or herding stock.

Manoeuvrability when herding livestock, or taking a goat track between paddocks is simply better on a dirt bike. So is visibility, because you can get up on the pegs and scan for stumps or other hidden obstacles. 

Let’s be honest, most farmers will already have a UTV or ATV in their shed – hard to beat for their load-carrying potential – but for ducking back to the house for lunch and a cuppa, nothing beats two wheels. It’s the quickest, easiest way to get around the farm.

So, we think a trusty farm bike remains the A-to-B king and you won’t get more thrills per dollar with anything else. 

While the options are thinning, with each of the big four manufacturers – Honda, Yamaha, Kawasaki and Suzuki – now offering one or two models at best, the plus is they’re all proven runners.

Farm bikes are also more refined than ever, while still remaining simple and easy to work on. Take the electric start fitted to all of them these days, which across a day of use saves a fair bit of energy. It sure beats fighting the kickstarter on an old XT500, as it tries to buck you into space.

The only downside is the MX-style fairings on most modern ag bikes, which are particularly good at catching cow poo. The excrement then dries, requiring more cleaning than the farm bikes of old.

All of the bikes discussed in this article have air-cooled four-stroke engines, electric start, and they come in at under 250cc, which we think are the hallmarks of a good farm bike. 

Here are our top four new farm bike picks for 2025, in no particular order! 

When you think about farm bikes, the mighty Honda XR has always been an unkillable option with serious enduro roots.

Compared to the venerable XR250s of the 80’s and 90’s – of which we have two still performing daily duties on our farm – the latest XR150L is less an enduro do-it-all machine and more a dedicated workhorse, but it’s still tough-as-nails.

The XR150L is powered by a low-maintenance 149cc single-cylinder engine, with a five-speed gearbox and both electric and backup kick start.

While only producing around 12hp, the XRs 130kg kerb weight makes it a nimble bike and with a 12-litre tank some overseas tests have achieved a range of up to 500km – making this an astonishingly economical machine. 

Getting through rocky trails won’t be an issue either, with 180mm of suspension travel at the front and 150mm up back, while ground clearance of 245mm should prevent bottoming. Unlike older XRs, which were tall steeds, it still has a low seat height of 825mm.

Letting the XR150L down is a 19-inch front wheel and 17-inch rear wheel, down on competitors that offer a full-size 21-inch front wheel, which limits how easy it’ll roll over rocks or logs.

Disc brakes up front and drums at the rear take care of stopping duties, edging the XR ahead of other options that use drums up front. 

A new XR150L can be had for around $3274 according to the Honda website, with a 12-month warranty offered, making this a well-priced farm hand guaranteed to get the job done.

And if you're looking for something a bit more deluxe, Honda also offers the XR190CT for $5437. We recently tested this model, so read our review to find out more.

Yamaha AG200F

Yamaha has been producing the AG100 and AG200, in some form or another, for more than 50 years – first launching the AG100 in 1972.

Not a lot has changed over the years, which makes sense given the bike’s cult status around the world, but despite remaining the same for so long it’s still one of the best-selling farm bikes in Australia. If it ain’t broke, why fix it?

The proven 196cc aircooled single-cylinder engine produces a punchy 14hp, with both electric and kick start, and is mated to a five-speed gearbox.

Yamaha’s AG200 is a surprisingly capable enduro bike by ag standards, with a full-size 21-inch front wheel and 18-inch rear wheel and 200mm of suspension travel up front, so it’ll go wherever you need it to.

Braking comes courtesy of drums front and rear, putting the AG200 behind the other bikes on this list that all have discs up front.

Ground clearance is competitive at 255mm, while a seat height of 830mm and kerb weight of around 120kg make the AG200 a manageable little steed. 

A ten-litre fuel tank offers all-day range, but Yamaha doesn’t disclose official fuel use figures. This bike is not going to drink much petrol, though, no matter how hard you ride it.

Built for practicality, the AG200 comes standard with dual front and rear racks, which can fit a surprising amount on them if you get creative. 

Having been in production for so long, not only does the AG200 offer classic styling but it also comes with old school farm bike quirks like a clutch lever lock, which means you can leave the bike in gear when jumping off to open or close gates. 

Priced from $5,999 the AG200 isn’t the cheapest option on the list, but it’s a no-nonsense bike that’s well and truly earnt its stripes across a long production life.

The Suzuki Trojan, or DR200 for the diehards, is a dependable option that’s built to last – sharing DNA with cult classic DRZ400 and DR650 stablemates.

Powered by a 199cc single-cylinder engine producing a class-leading 20hp, mated to a five-speed gearbox, and complete with an oil cooler for added durability, the Trojan is a strong performer. 

With both electric and kick start the Trojan ticks all of the farm bike boxes, and at 132kg wet – even with a generous 13-litre fuel tank – it’s a fairly light workhorse too. 

A 21-inch front wheel and 18-inch rear wheel, coupled with ground clearance of 260mm, will get the Trojan through tough terrain and the seat height of 850mm makes throwing a leg over an effortless affair. 

Disc front and drum rear brakes, which is the combination of choice in this segment, pull the Trojan up.

Front and rear racks offer plenty of storage, although the front isn’t quite as sizable as that offered on the Yamaha AG200. A handy but quirky feature on the Trojan is its twin side stands, making stopping on uneven ground easier than ever. 

Another lesser discussed benefit of the Trojan is its lack of plastic fairings, which means you’re not left with handfuls of dried mud and manure lodged within the panels.

Available for $6190 with a 12 month/unlimited kilometre warranty, the Trojan offers compelling value and remains the top-selling farm bike in Australia – a title it has held onto for just shy of 30 years.

The Kawasaki Stockman is the big-bore of the group, with performance to match and all of the features you could want in solid farm bike.

With a 233cc air-cooled single-cylinder engine producing 19hp, running through a six-speed transmission, the Stockman is the performer of the bunch. 

It scores a 21-inch front wheel, 18-inch rear-wheel and disc brakes all round, while 158mm of front travel and 168mm of rear travel soak up bumps. 

Clearance of 220mm should get over the majority of obstacles, and a seat height of 845mm will accommodate the majority of riders too, but its kerb weight of 137kg makes this a slightly less chuckable bike than the others here. 

Despite its 233cc engine, the Stockman has a fuel capacity of just 7.5 litres compared to the larger tanks offered on smaller farm bikes, but it should still make it through a hard day’s work without needing a top up.

Priced from $7,324 the Stockman isn’t the cheapest option, but it offers grunt and modern suspension that edges it ahead of the competition in terms of refinement. 

This is a bike suited to larger riders or those wanting a little more torque, with modern technology and styling, also suitable for supply runs into town with its six-speed ‘box. 

All of the ag bikes presented here will perform day-to-day farm duties with ease, making them worthy steeds for your farm.

Whichever option you land on, you’re going to have a blast each and every time you throw the helmet on and swing a leg over your new farm bike. They’re about as fun as a bike can be.

Happy riding and stay upright.