Top 10 Fastest Bikes in the world
Top 10 Fastest Bikes in the world
1. BMW S1000RR
Top Speed: 305 kmph
The
number one position goes to BMW S1000RR. It was introduced in Munich in
April 2008. It is a sport bike made by BMW Motorrad in 2009. It was
initially made to compete the Superbike World Championship. It has won
many awards including Machine of the year. It has an engine of
999 cc (61.0 cu in) inline-4 redlined at 14,200 rpm. Its weight is 207.7
kg (458 lb), and 133.6 kW (179.2hp) at 13,250 is produced by the bike.
S1000RR has an optional electronic traction control, standard, anti-lock
braking system. It may not win many fans due to its radical styling. As
for now in the world, it is the fastest stock production bike.
2. Suzuki Hayabusa
Top Speed:303 kmph
The
most powerful bike in the world for a long time is the Suzuki Hayabusa
or GSX1300R made by Suzuki since 1999. Hayabusa means “peregrine
falcon”, a bird symbol for speed. The name was chosen because the bird
preys on blackbirds, showing the intention of Hayabusa to replace the
Honda CBR1100XX Super Blackbird. Super Blackbird was surpassing by
Hayabusa by at least a full 10 miles per hour (16 km/h). Its top speed
is 188 to 194 mile per hour (303 to 312 km/h). The features of the bike
are 1350 cc, 16 valve and four-cylinder. It won the acclaim of the
world’s most powerful bike. The speed of the current model is
electronically limited to 186 mph. This bike is seen as a death machine
by many, so the company restricted its performance.
3. Kawasaki Ninja ZX-14
Top Speed:299 kmph
On
third position is the Kawasaki Ninja ZX-14 or ZZR1400 the most powerful
sports bike of 2007. Introduced at Tokyo 2005 show and released as a
replacement for the ZX-12R for the year 2006 model. The bike can
accelerate from 0-60 mph in 2.5 seconds. An agreement was made between
Japanese and European motorcycle manufacturers; as a result the top
speed of Ninja ZX-14 is electronically limited to 186 mph (299 km/h).
4. Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R
Top Speed:288 kmph
The
Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R was released in 2004. Minor changes were made in
2005. This bike has won the Best Super-bike from Cycle World magazine
and has also won the prestigious master bike competition. It has
ultra-narrow chassis, radial brakes and low weight he features include
four-stroke, 1000 cc, liquid-cooling, 12,500 rpm, four valve cylinders
and DOHC. Ninja ZX-10R has a top speed of 288 km/h.
5. Suzuki GSX-R750
Top Speed:286 kmph
The
Suzuki GSX-R750 was first launched in 1985 and started the trend of
sports bikes. It has a 750cc four cylinder motor which develops a 148
bhp of power. The 148 bhp power helps the light weight chassis to reach
the top speed of 286 km/h which is very very fast. The biker can ride at
a speed of 168 miles per hour due its engine. This bike is still very
popular.
6. Suzuki GSX-R1000
Top Speed:285 kmph
The
Suzuki’s GSX-R1000 is a sports bike from GSX-R series of motorcycles.
Launched in the year 2001 is the most beautiful looking bike. It is
powered by 999 cc (61.0 cu in) liquid-cooled inline 4-cylinder,
four-stroke engine, 192 hp of power at 12,100 rmp. This Gixxer has the
top speed of 285 km/h and ensures it to be on the top five.
7. Yamaha YZF-R1
Top Speed:284 kmph
The
world famous Yamaha YZF-R1 is on the 6th position. Features of Yamaha
YAF-R1 are 998 cc, liquid-cooled, in-line four-cylinder engine with
plane crankshaft, 16-valve (titanium valves), DOHC. The top speed is 284
km/h. Yamaha YZF-R1 can cover 0-100 kmp/h in 3 seconds. During 2002
till 2009, the bike and its engine have gone many modifications. The
newest model of Yamaha YZF-R1 is beautiful but in performance the 2001
model is much better.
8. MV Agusta F4 R312
Top Speed:281 kmph
The
7th position in the list is bagged by MV Agusta F4 R312. This bike was
made for racing purpose. It has a Euro 3 engine and 185 HP at 18000
rotations. MV has a 182 Bhp speed at 18000. The top speed of MV is 281
km/h, having all the characteristics of a Moto GP bike.
9. Honda CBR1000 RR
Top Speed:280 kmph
This
position is bagged by Honda CBR1000 RR which is also known as the
Fire-Blade. On September 28, 2007 in Paris International Motorcycle Show
the all new CBR1000RR was introduced. It was powered by a 999cc (61.0
cu in) inline-4 engine with a redline 0f 13,000 rmp. The engine has a
titanium valves and enlarged bore with corresponding reduced bore. The
company claimed that the output would be at least 178 hp (133 kW) at
12,000 rpm.
10. Ducati 1098S
Top Speed:275 kmph
Italian
motorcycle company Ducati made Ducati 1098S from 2007 to 2009. Since
its launch it has created fire on the roads as well as on the race
tracks. This bike comes in three versions the 1098, 1098S and 11098R. It
has a non-integrated exhaust system and horizontally placed headlights.
Ducati 1098S is an ideal bike for daily use and for race tracks also.
It has a 160 Bhp motor which boasts a speed of 275 km/h. This bike has
acclaimed for having the highest torque to weight ratio.