Does Forza Horizon 5 Have Motorcycles?

No, you definitely cannot drive motorcycles in Forza Horizon 5. The latest installment of the popular open world racing franchise features over 500 cars, but zero bikes.

Forza Horizon focuses purely on four-wheeled vehicles spanning numerous eras and classes – from vintage classics to modern hypercars. So those hoping to race superbikes or dirt bikes in scenic Mexico will be disappointed.

However, while not playable, motorcycles do make a minor appearance in Forza Horizon 5 during a showcase event. More details on that later.

Now, let‘s dive deeper into precisely what vehicles are included in Forza Horizon 5.

Every Automobile Imaginable…Except Motorcycles

With over 500 cars from 100+ global automakers, Forza Horizon 5 does not lack for vehicular variety:

Forza Horizon 5 Car Roster

With body styles spanning coupes, sedans, supercars, trucks, and more – there‘s something for every automotive taste. Well, except motorbikes apparently!

Customization Galore…For Cars

Not only are there tons of vehicles, but each can be deeply customized visually and performance-wise. Personalize paint colors, body kits, gear ratios, tire compounds, forced induction, and much more.

So while bikes are bizarrely omitted, the options for cars aim to be as exhaustive as the roster itself.

Motocross Showcase Event

Earlier I touched on motorcycles making a minor appearance during a showcase event. Let‘s explore that aspect more:

This event pits the player driving a chosen car head-to-head against an expert motocross stunt team riding dirt bikes and performing aerial tricks.

The goal remains completing checkpoints around a scramble course in the fastest time possible. But the two-wheeled opponents exist more for flashy entertainment rather than serious competition.

So that‘s the one and only way bikes show up in Forza Horizon 5 – as non-controllable AI showcase adversaries.

Where To Enjoy Motos Elsewhere

While the Forza Horizon and Motorsport series omit bikes altogether, other racing franchises happily embrace two-wheeled action:

Motorcycle Racing Games

So those wishing to experience an open world with motorcycles alongside cars can try Ubisoft‘s over-the-top Riders Republic. And Milestone‘s simulations offer unparalleled realism for bike racing.

My Take As An Enthusiast Gamer

While Forza Horizon undeniably provides unmatched variety and customization with its considerable car roster, I must say its lack of any playable bikes disappoints me as an enthusiast gamer.

Expanding the vehicle types beyond just automobiles would present some fresh challenges and variety in races and events. Not to mention breathing exciting new visual life into the lavish open worlds the Horizon series has constructued.

I sincerely hope Playground Games reconsiders introducing bikes should Forza Horizon 6 ever materialize. Even a modest handful of street motorcycles, dirt bikes, and ATVs would delight me.

Potential For Future Motorcycle Inclusion?

If by chance the developers decided to incorporate bikes in a future installment, how might they go about it?

Perhaps a mini expansion with:

• 5 Street Motorcycles (learner legal)
• 5 Motocross/Dirt Bikes
• 2 ATV Quads
• New events focused on offroad/scrambling
• Special themed challenges utilizing bike maneuverability

Nothing unrealistic there as an initial offering to introduce bikes to the franchise.

Conclusion – Still Holding Out Hope!

So in summary – no, there are definitively no drivable motorcycles whatsoever in the otherwise-outstanding Forza Horizon 5. Only AI showcase dirtbikes.

Yet as an eager gamer and motorcycle fan, I retain hopes that down the road Playground Games surprises us with a small but exciting two-wheeled expansion. We can dream!

For now, those desiring bikes alongside their cars will need to look to alternative racing franchises. But the 500+ quality autos of Forza Horizon 5 still provide endless enjoyment.

Let me know if you have any other questions!