Planning a ‘freedom’ ride? Check out upcoming models and motorbike loans

Bored with the scenery in your own LGA, in your region, your state? Yearning to hit the open road to visit friends or faraway places on a freedom ride? While our leaders have not adopted the UK’s Freedom Day name or wide-ranging approach to easing COVID-19 restrictions, varying freedoms are being allowed in different states and regions as the vaccination rates increase and COVID-19 cases decrease. Time for optimism and for acting on plans to enjoy fully the opportunities for great motorbike rides. Time for a new ride made possible with cheap motorbike loans.

To get your plans underway, we’ve taken a quick browse of some of the latest motorcycle makes, models and upgrades, what is due on the market and the motorbike loans to make that purchase. Production delays in overseas factories as a result of both COVID and computer chips have impacted many sectors including motorcycle makers. Buyers may need to be quick to get in with their purchase or pre-order to snare the make and model of their choice. We can assist with our pre-approved bike loans service which enables buyers to secure their finance prior to placing an order. Convenient, no-obligation and pretty much essential to provide the confidence to committing to a purchase.

New Ducati Monster Now Available

Ready to test ride at your Ducati dealer is the new Ducati Monster. Now arrived in Australian showrooms, Ducati pitch this model as the essence of the brand in its most compact, lightest with a 166 kg dry weight and essential form. It is powered with the 937 cc Testastretta twin cylinder engine and has a sleek styling. Check out the details and variants at

Features include the narrow sides and the front frame, cornering ABS, traction and wheelie control and a new gearbox. Available in a red, grey and dark stealth colour schemes, the new Monster is advertised with an $18,200 ride away price tag. Ticking your boxes? See how it ticks your budget box by referring to our Bike Loan Calculator to calculate estimated repayments or just get straight in there and call us to source you the cheapest motorbike loan quote.

Triumph Tiger Set to Roar in ‘22

If you’re buying sights are set into the new year then the new Triumph Tiger 1200 may be one for the possible list. According to reports, it is highly likely (any production and other complications aside) that in the first 6 months of 2022 this new model will be available in local showrooms.

What can you expect? Well details and specifics are yet to be unveiled but apparently it’s more powerful and lighter and as off-road capabilities. How much can you expect to pay? Without more details, the pricing has not been announced. So buyers would need to budget their buy based on current Triumph pricing and add a bit to allow for the new model. Ride away pricing on the current Tiger is around the $27,000 mark. Do the sums using our loan calculator so you’re ready to order when the Tiger roars onto the Oz market.

New Hondas for New Riders

For new riders looking for their first ride, the coming months should see the arrival of an updated collection of LAMS approved models from Honda. Their CB 500 range which is LAMS approved includes the CBR500R, CB500X and CB500F. These 471 cc models have been updated with each model offering its own special appeal.

Updates include wheels and swing arm redesigned, new forks and brake discs. Visually, buyers will immediately see the new look with updated styling and graphics. No pricing available as yet so keep an eye on the media announcements or enquire with your local Honda dealer.

Honda Africa Upgrades

Since launching in 2016, Honda’s Africa Twin collection has been popular with the adventure riding set and 2022 the range will have a new look and upgrades. While no timeline has been sourced for the arrival of these models, we have read that both the Twin and Twin Adventure Sports models have received a new graphics look. Plus refinements in settings to facilitate smoother handling and other upgrades are expected.

What price to expect? If unsure, best bet is to plan your budgeting around the current model pricing with the usual increase which typically accompanies new model releases and speak with Jade Bike Loans about a pre-approved motorbike loan.

Enacting Your Loan Plan

One aspect of buying a new motorcycle you don’t have to wait for is sourcing your loan. Whether you’re ready and eager to buy right now or wanting pre-approved finance to place a pre-order, we can assist with a cheap motorbike loan.

Our Secured Bike Loan is widely used and suits most new bikes and most buyers. Review the specs and reqs at our web page. While our consultants handle the quote sourcing, negotiating on rates, liaising with lenders and much of the paperwork, applicants will need to provide a range of information and data around their financial situation and other details. So getting organised with that information now can expedite the entire loan process when your bike of choice arrives in the showroom.

To get moving and ready for your freedom ride, just give us a call or apply online.

For a quote on a motorcycle loan, contact Jade Bike Loans at 1300 000 003

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