I commute 20 miles per day in traffic. I would like to buy a beginners motorbike. Please advise anyone?

I already use a Honda 90 but I am seeking to purchase a proper bike either new or second hand.Thanks:)I commute 20 miles per day in traffic. I would like to buy a beginners motorbike. Please advise anyone?
If you have your full license (in UK) then maybe a Suzuki SV650, or a Bandit 600. I've got a sports bike, but I'd love a second one for commuting, and apparently the above are ideal. If you haven't got your full license, then maybe a 125 trailie. Or if you're not worried about your image, maybe a Honda CG125, or Yamaha SR125.





em_d: Vespas are NOT motorbikes mate, they're SCOOTERS. And its ';easy to ride'; as opposed to ';easy to drive';...I commute 20 miles per day in traffic. I would like to buy a beginners motorbike. Please advise anyone?
Kawasaki Vulcan EN500. Not too big not too small and priced right either new or used. Lots of goodies you can add on later if you like cheaply.
To drive anything larger than 50cc you will need a cycle license. That requires taking a test.





There are lots of great 50cc street worthy and street legal bikes.





If the advantages of a larger bike outweigh the disadvantage of getting a license, then your choices expand exponentially.





I would avoid all Chinese-made bikes like the plague. I have bought two, and haven't been able to get either one working reliably. I am about to take them both to the dump.





No reputable dealer or service person would work on them. They called them 'junk' and unfortunately they were right.





Get a name brand new bike from a local dealer who will stand behind it. You will pay a bit more, but you will have a reliable vehicle that will give you years of pleasurable use.
get an enduro. They are good on gas, cheap insurance, and the price tag isnt that bad either. They are also fun, cause when you ride it on the street you swear it should be illegal, it just feels funny riding a dirt bike on the street. Also, if you get bored, you can just rip off the road onto some trail and have a blast. Either way, they are probably your best bet.
get a cruising bike 350cc or more some saddle bags and i front faring . any jap bike will do .
Since you are already riding a Honda then look into an old Honda CB400 or something similar. They are a nice begginer bike, reliable engines and powerful enough to cope with any road conditions. Good mileage too. It would be pretty cheap to pick up an 80's model. The riding position is upright enough for a comfortable commute. I get the impression most owners of these bikes really like them.
try a gs 500 suzuki or a ninja 500 good luck.
You don't say much budget wise.... for traffic, I'd buy a Vespa. The new 250 are the business... and they look damn good. It's a motorbike with history, easy to drive and very practical.