Let's start with the concept of "golden displacement". Did you know that the concept first emerged in the automotive world, when the mainstream displacements in the motorcycle world were 125cc and 150cc? With the development of the motorcycle market and the increasing diversification of models, the displacement range has also been more clearly divided, and now we often hear terms such as large displacement, medium displacement, small displacement and public upgrade, which is the embodiment of this change.
The so-called "golden displacement" is to meet people's basic driving needs on the premise of excellent fuel economy, affordable car purchase costs, low maintenance costs, while providing moderate power output, maintaining low fuel consumption, and the overall quality is stable and reliable. However, this definition of "gold" is not set in stone and will vary according to each person's needs and preferences.
Today, among motorcycle enthusiasts, a relatively widely accepted "golden displacement" is the 250cc. First of all, the price factor cannot be ignored, many 250cc models, including some imported or joint venture brands, are priced at about 20,000 yuan, which is a relatively acceptable price range for most consumers. Secondly, there is no need to pay exorbitant taxes when buying a 250cc motorcycle, and it provides just enough power to meet the daily needs of most riders, without being too weak or overpowered. In addition, the fuel consumption performance of this type of model is also quite good, coupled with its relatively stable quality, making 250cc a "golden displacement" in everyone's mouth.
However, the so-called "golden displacement" is actually a very personal concept. For example, in the context of daily commuting, some people may think that 150cc is the real "gold". After all, it can meet the basic needs of daily travel without too much power redundancy, which not only reduces the cost of buying a car, but also helps to save fuel expenses.
On the other hand, if you're someone who wants to enjoy a relaxing city ride and occasionally go on a long-distance motorcycle trip, then the 250cc might be more of a "golden displacement" for you. It can meet about 90% of your riding needs, whether you're navigating busy city streets or navigating the open road.
However, for those riders who have frequent and diverse riding needs, especially those who pursue driving pleasure and like to challenge speed and passion, their "golden displacement" may be increased to 500cc or even higher. While these large-displacement models may not be advantageous in terms of fuel consumption and maintenance costs, the driving experience and satisfaction they can bring in play-oriented situations may be difficult to achieve with small-displacement models.
To sum up, there is no absolute answer to the "golden displacement" of motorcycles, it is like a tailor-made piece of equipment that needs to be determined according to each person's actual situation, budget, purpose and even emotional preferences. Therefore, when you are ready to choose your own "golden car", you may wish to consider your real needs, and only the most suitable for you is the real "golden displacement".