10 fastest motorcycles in the world

Review of the best according to the editorial board. On the selection criteria. This material is subjective and does not constitute advertising and does not serve as a purchase guide. Before buying, you need to consult with a specialist.

Motorcycles are considered a real symbol of speed and freedom for a reason. Good, professional or sporty bikes are capable of accelerating to truly impressive speeds. The combination of a powerful engine and a lightweight body make the bikes sharp, agile and fast.

And in this rating, we have collected the 10 fastest motorcycles in the world, which are able to truly surprise with their speed. They are so 'nimble' that it is scary to even have them – not to mention getting behind the wheel and hitting the road ahead of the wind.

Rating of the fastest motorcycles in the world

Nomination	a place	motorcycle	maximum speed
Rating of the fastest motorcycles in the world	10	Suzuki GSX-R1000	299 KM / H
	9	Ducati 1199 Panigale R	299 KM / H
	8	Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R	300 KM / H
	7	Honda CBR1100XX Super Blackbird	305 KM / H
	6	Suzuki GSX-R750	306 KM / H
	5	Suzuki Hayabusa,	312 KM / H
	4	Kawasaki Ninja ZX-14R	334 KM / H
	3	Kawasaki Ninja H2R	400 KM / H
	2	MTT Turbine Superbike Y2K	403 KM / H
	1	Dodge tomahawk	613 KM / H

10th place: Suzuki GSX-R1000, up to 299 km / h

Rating: 4.1

Suzuki GSX-R1000 is the flagship model of the Japanese brand. This motorcycle incorporates all the most modern technologies. In its current configuration, this bike is equipped with a 999cc 185hp engine, thanks to which it can reach speeds of up to 299 kilometers per hour!

More precisely, the GSX-R1000 is capable of driving faster. However, it has electronic limiters that prevent the motorcycle from accelerating above this mark. This is done to comply with safety requirements.

The first version of this sportbike was introduced back in 2001. Since then, the bike has been refined 9 times, and the current configuration at the time of writing is the L7, introduced in 2017. It is equipped with a unique traction control system with an inertial measurement unit, which ensures uniform vehicle retention while driving.

9th place: Ducati 1199 Panigale R, up to 299 km / h

Rating: 4.2

The Ducati 1199 Panigale R also suffered from artificial speed limits. He is capable of driving faster, but the locking system fixes the maximum acceleration at 299 kilometers per hour. This 'agility' is achieved by a 1,198cc 195-horsepower twin-cylinder engine that feeds into the superbike's power structure and is made of high-grade magnesium alloy.

The 1199 Panigale R is not only fast, it is also a high-tech motorcycle. It is equipped with an electronic control system that allows you to reconfigure the chassis characteristics at the push of a button on the steering wheel. For example, when driving in the rain mode, the maximum engine power decreases, and when switching to race mode, almost all transport systems begin to react sensitively to every movement of the pilot – for example, the response to the throttle stick becomes sharp and instant.

The motorcycle was produced from 2011 to 2014, and was later replaced by the 1299 model with a larger displacement engine. Still, the speed record is held by the Ducati 1199 Panigale R.

8th place: Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R, up to 300 km / h

Rating: 4.3

The Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R is another victim of artificial speed limits. Due to electronic locking systems, this motorcycle is unable to accelerate faster than 300 km / h. But, in theory, it is capable – since it is equipped with a very powerful 200-horsepower 998-cc engine with a torque of 112 Nm and is carried out in a lightweight body. In particular, the bike weighs just 201 kg – which is less than the previous models in the ranking.

Like other Kawasaki models, the Ninja ZX-10R is highly technological. It is equipped with ABS (anti-lock braking system), gear shift assistant, suspension adjustment and other solutions designed to make driving more comfortable and safer.

The motorcycle is currently being produced, and it is presented in several configurations, differing in capabilities and technologies. And you can buy it! True, the price starts from 1.5 million rubles.

7th place: Honda CBR1100XX Super Blackbird, up to 305 km / h

Rating: 4.4

Honda CRB1100XX Super Blackbird is the fastest motorcycle from this Japanese manufacturer. Although this model has long been discontinued, current bikes are equipped with an acceleration lock system. And the Blackbird did not have it – so it was able to accelerate to 305 kilometers per hour.

Blackbird was produced between 1996 and 2007. In 1997, it was this model that held the world speed record. This was achieved thanks to the 1137cc 152hp engine, which was complemented by a dual balance shaft for a smoother ride. Moreover, the motor is a four-stroke.

An interesting feature is the name of the motorcycle. The Super Blackbird is named after the Lockheed SR-71 supersonic reconnaissance aircraft. And somehow these two 'cars' are similar – aerodynamic streamlined, but at the same time aggressive design, as well as the presence of speed records.

6th place: Suzuki GSX-R750, up to 306 km / h

Rating: 4.5

One of the most popular, successful and famous sports motorcycles of the Japanese brand Suzuki – GSX-F750 – was first released back in 1985. And so far it has not been discontinued. New versions, generations and iterations are released regularly. And this speaks of the popularity of the bike. To date, 12 generations are represented, the last one was released in 2011.

The maximum speed of this motorcycle is 306 kilometers per hour. It is so fast thanks to a specially optimized sporty design. So, the bike is equipped with a 750 cc 150 hp engine with a torque of 86 Nm. However, thanks to its low weight of only 190 kilograms, it can accelerate really impressively.

And the Suzuki GSX-R750 is very economical. Fuel consumption is only 6 liters per 100 kilometers, so it can travel up to 283.3 kilometers on one 17-liter full tank. So you can buy such a motorcycle for intercity travel.

5th place: Suzuki Hayabusa, up to 312 km / h

Rating: 4.6

Suzuki The Hayabusa is a truly iconic superbike that has long been considered the fastest motorcycle in the world. It is capable of accelerating to a speed of 312 kilometers per hour.

Such impressive parameters are achieved by a 4-cylinder 16-valve engine equipped with a 1340 cc chamber and having a maximum power of 197 horsepower. It takes just 2.5 seconds for the bike to reach 96 km / h. In addition, the engine is complemented by a specially developed fuel injection system and an idle control system.

Suzuki Hayabusa is still being released, but it has only two generations since its first release in 1999. The most current configuration – GEN2 – was introduced in 2008. However, modern models are equipped with a speed control system that limits the maximum acceleration to 299 km / h.

4th place: Kawasaki Ninja ZX-14R, up to 334 km / h

Rating: 4.7

The Kawasaki Ninja ZX-14R is a near perfect sports bike. The company was forced to redesign its engine in order to maximize performance. And she succeeded. The superbike is capable of accelerating to an impressive 334 kilometers per hour, and in order to reach 100 km / h from a standstill, it takes only 2.7 seconds.

This is achieved through the use of a four-valve engine, complemented by a liquid cooling system. The engine is 1441 cc, 197 hp, capable of accelerating to 10 thousand revolutions per minute.

The first configuration of this superbike was introduced in 2006. And since then it has been released practically unchanged – only cosmetic changes have been made. It is also worth noting that the bike comes with an electronic speed limiter installed, which can be disabled upon request.

3rd place: Kawasaki Ninja H2R, up to 400 km / h

Rating: 4.8

The Kawasaki Ninja H2R belongs to the class of 'hyper sport bikes'. It is literally built to embody speed. Of course, its technical characteristics may not seem as impressive as those of its peers in the rating, but at the same time, the elaborate design and optimized chassis make it impressively fast – up to 400 km / h.

The motorcycle is equipped with a 998 cc DOHC Inline 4 engine with a maximum power of 300 horsepower. In addition, it has a 6-speed transmission, a specially designed high-efficiency supercharger with a so-called 'dog ring', and a grille frame 'inherited' from professional sports bikes.

The Kawasaki Ninja H2R was first introduced in 2015. And, according to the specifications, it is basically not intended for street or city use. This is just a track bike designed specifically for motorsport. Therefore, it is not equipped with a speed limiter.

2nd place: MTT Turbine Superbike Y2K, up to 403 km / h

Rating: 4.9

Superbike MTT Turbine Superbike Y2K is equipped with a gas turbine engine, which has a similar design to the aircraft. Yes, these motors are used in airplanes too. That is why it is capable of accelerating to an impressive 403 kilometers per hour! And, of course, there is no speed limiter on this bike.

But the main feature of the MTT Turbine Superbike Y2K is a fast motorcycle that can ride on normal roads. The company did not license it as a track and did not sign a speed limit agreement. Therefore, this superbike (in theory) can be seen on the streets – however, it is worth considering that it costs 150 thousand dollars, for which it received an entry in the Guinness Book of Records as the most expensive production motorcycle.

The superbike is powered by a Rolls-Royce 320-horsepower turboshaft engine. In addition, it is available in an even more powerful 420 RR configuration – with a 420 horsepower engine and special sports equipment.

As the pilots who tested this bike said, “The amazing thing is that there is absolutely no vibration. You hear the turbine, but you don't feel it. Well, except that all your vertebrae are compressed into one dense one '; “It's crazy and damn scary … It's like bungee jumping, except that you're being pulled forward, not up.” However, it is worth considering that the MTT Turbine Superbike Y2K cannot be bought just like that. Firstly, its production is limited to five units per year, and secondly, the bike itself is sold only to select buyers. The manufacturer decides whether to ship the motorcycle or not. This is due to the fact that the turbine engine requires care; and the fact that MTT does not want the buyer to die.

1st place: Dodge tomahawk , up to 613 km / h

Rating: 5.0

The Dodge Tomahawk is not a motorcycle. It is, as outside experts have called it, a 'motor on wheels'. A concept vehicle designed to showcase Dodge's capabilities, the Tomahawk is the fastest production motorcycle ever.

If, of course, 9 sold copies can be called 'serial production'. Dodge Tomahawk is able to make even the most inveterate extreme or 'adrenaline addict' think about their own safety. This motorcycle is capable of accelerating up to 613 kilometers per hour!

This speed is achieved primarily due to the special 8.3-liter 500-horsepower engine of the Dodge Viper series. In addition, the wheelbase has been redesigned to keep this bike on track. The Dodge Tomahawk has four wheels – two front and two rear. And each of them is equipped with an independent suspension.

However, there are also disadvantages. The motorcycle has a disproportionately small fuel tank, only 12.7 liters. So you can't go far on it, except to travel from gas station to gas station, periodically looking at the service. The Dodge Tomahawk requires professional care and high quality fuel.

All of this made the Dodge Tomahawk an impressive and impressively strange motorcycle. And then the Chrysler company also 'sealed' at a price – the bikes were sold at 555 thousand dollars apiece. There were few buyers for the 'crazy motorcycle'. And as a result, now somewhere in private American collections there are 9 units of Dodge Tomahawk, delighting the owners with a futuristic and masculine design.

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Attention! This rating is subjective and does not constitute an advertisement and does not serve as a purchase guide. Before buying, you need to consult with a specialist.