Motorcycles are wonderful creations of human genius. The faster they race, the more our heart pounds. They have the opportunity to make of the most courageous person a little boy, screaming with fear and delight. If you are looking for a bike that will make an adrenaline container out of your body, then we will make it easier. Introducing top 10 fastest motorcycles in the world. Next to the name of each model is indicated the maximum speed that it develops.
10. BMW K1300S - 285 km / h
BMW designed this supersports bike as lightweight and agile, making it extremely easy to handle. Its four-cylinder engine and 140 Nm of torque at 8250 rpm has a power of 175 hp.
The BMW K1200S engine is mounted sideways for a low center of gravity. This model can accelerate from zero to 100 km / h in just 2.9 seconds. It is equipped with a traction control system, electronic suspension adjustment, quick shifter and BMW Motorrad ABS module with partial integration.
9. Aprilia RSV4 RF - 299 km / h
There is no reason to doubt the possibilities of a five-time winner of the World Superbike Championship. It is equipped with a four-cylinder engine with a capacity of 201 hp, with a maximum torque of 115 Nm at 10,500 rpm. With a total weight of 186 kg, Aprilia RSV4 RF is a real beast in the guise of a motorcycle - it is strong, tireless and damn fast.
Reviewers who tested RSV4 on the track said they had no problems accelerating the bike to 299 km / h, and could potentially be carried even faster.
8. MV Agusta F4 RR - 299 km / h
This bike is magnificent, cutting corners as easily as a knife cuts oil. It is equipped with a 201 hp engine, a maximum torque of 111 Nm at 9,600 rpm and a lightweight crankshaft. This ensures that acceleration will never be a problem for the biker. To the "hundredth" superbike accelerates in just 2.7 seconds.
7. Kawasaki ZZR 1400 (ZX-14R) - 299 km / h
Not many bikes can compare with this brainchild of the Japanese motor industry in appearance and form factor. This is pure power, with a 210 hp engine. and a maximum torque of 162.5 Nm at 7500 rpm. With all this, the ZZR1400 (ZX14R) is also equipped with a variety of on-board electronic systems, including a brake system with ABS, three-mode traction control and a switch for engine power modes.
This bike will accelerate from 0 to 100 km / h in just 2.7 seconds.
6. Ducati 1199 Panigale S - 300 km / h
Released in 2014, the six-speed Panigale S model with a 195 hp engine and 132/9000 Nm at rpm it has an aggressive design and extreme speed. The limiter operates at 300 km / h. Due to its lightness (curb weight is only 188 kg) and traction control, the sport bike easily and elegantly comes out of bends. It can accelerate to 100 km / h in 2.8 seconds.
The Panigale S has three engine operating modes and a rich set of electronic “assistants”: from ABS and EBC systems to DTC traction control and quick shifter.
5. Honda CBR 1100XX Super Blackbird - 300-320 km / h
Blackbird is a motorcycle that can cross the 100 km / h mark in just 2.8 seconds. It is a precision tool designed for speed. The disadvantages associated with convenience (not too high a windshield and a fan that drives hot air to the rider's feet) are compensated by the reliability and power of 164 hp. The maximum torque is 124 Nm at 7500 rpm.
An impressive analog speedometer is marked up to 320 km / h, but it is not known whether someone managed to accelerate the motorcycle to this point. In 2007, the release of Super Blackbird was discontinued, and you can only buy it “second-hand”.
4. Suzuki Hayabusa - 312 km / h
There are two generations of this moto incarnation of the god of speed. The first generation was produced from 1999 to 2007. And the maximum speed declared by the manufacturer reaches 312 km / h. The second generation "found life" in 2008 and its speed is limited to 299 km / h. The torque of first-generation motorcycles is 138 Nm at 7000 rpm, and the second - 155 Nm at 7200 rpm.
The first generation Suzuki Hayabusa accelerates to hundreds in 2.47 seconds, and the curb weight of the motorcycle (255 kg) is 5 kg less than the second generation.
3. Kawasaki Ninja H2R - 400 km / h
This is another beast in the shape of a motorcycle. Let the other fastest motorbikes in the world take pride in their 200hp, the Ninja H2R, whose maximum power reaches 310hp just laugh at them. Its maximum torque is 165 Nm at 12,500 rpm. To a mark of one hundred km / h, the superbike accelerates 2.5 seconds.
In 2016, the fearless motorcycle racer Kenan Sofuoglu was able to ride the Kawasaki Ninja H2R with a breeze, breaking the mark of 400 km / h. This happened in just 26 seconds, while according to Kawasaki, the motorcycle was not modified.
Of course, such power is not intended for public roads, and should (theoretically) be limited only to closed tracks.
2. MTT Turbine Superbike Y2K - 402 km / h
If you watched the film “Torque” in 2003, you probably remembered the futuristic motorcycle on which the main character dissected the film at the end of the film. It turns out that such an iron horse actually exists. And his name is Superbike Y2K.
This is the only gas turbine motorcycle in the world, approved for driving on ordinary roads. Brutal handsome man is able to accelerate to 100 km / h in just 1.5 s.
It features a modified Rolls-Royce 250-C18 aircraft engine with 320 hp. and 52,000 rpm. The weight of the motorcycle is 227 kg.
1. Dodge Tomahawk - 468-675 km / h
The fastest motorcycle on Earth develops such a speed that only the fastest car can be hijacked. A conceptual prototype of this motorcycle was unveiled at the 2003 North American International Auto Show.
Theoretically, the brainchild of Dodge engineers can drive (or rather fly low above the ground) at a speed of 675 km /. However, the madman who ventured to confirm this statement was not found.
The Dodge Tomahawk has no rivals to this day, however, due to its four wheels and several other reasons, this motorcycle is not certified for use in the United States or elsewhere. It can accelerate to 100 km / h in 1.75 - 2.5 seconds and reaches a maximum power of 500 hp. at 5600 rpm
Dodge Tomahawk is also considered one of the most expensive motorcycles in the world.
The fastest motorcycle with an electric motor
To create the LS-218 model at Lightning Motors Corp. it took as long as six years. And the effort expended, because this vehicle is considered the fastest and most powerful electric motorcycle in the world. He develops a staggering speed of 350 km / h, overtaking his electric "brothers" and most motorcycles equipped with an internal combustion engine. The Lightning LS-218 electric motor has a capacity of 200 horsepower and 228 Nm of maximum torque.
