15 Fastest Motorcycles in the World

What are the top 15 fastest motorcycles in the world? If you’d asked me this question about 15 years ago, maybe I wouldn’t be able to convincingly tell you without looking it up on the sites. But the irresistible dream to own and ride super-fast road bikes has put me in pole position to answer all the questions you may want to ask concerning the fastest production motorcycles ever made.

Motorcycle manufacturers have continued to push the limits of speed, power, and performance, producing bikes that challenge cars on the track and break new records on the road. From the legendary Suzuki Hayabusa to the Kawasaki Ninja, each model tells a story of engineering mastery, acceleration, and control.

Below are the 15 fastest bikes in the world in 2025, each with impressive features, engines, and top speeds that make them stand out in a fierce competition to be called the fastest production bike ever built.

1. Dodge Tomahawk – 350 MPH

The Dodge Tomahawk remains the king of speed race machines. This beast was designed more like a concept production bike than a traditional motorcycle, with a V10 engine producing 500 horsepower. Although not road legal, it’s a perfect example of what happens when manufacturers let imagination run wild. The Tomahawk, a concept vehicle, features an 8.3-liter V10 engine from a Dodge Viper with a theoretical top speed claimed to be as high as 420 mph, though never tested. The Dodge Tomahawk is reported to reach speeds up to 613 km/h (380 mph), though it has never been tested in real-world conditions.

Its performance is unmatched, but because of its limited numbers and cost, it’s mostly found in private collections or exclusive garage showcases in Europe and the US.

Key Features

• Max power 500 HP at 5600 RPM. 
• Four wheels with separate suspensions.
• Operates at a max of 420 miles per hour.
• Able to cross 0-60 miles in 1.5 seconds.
• Brake Systems:
• Rear brake system: Dual (508 mm 16 piston discs)
• Front brakes: Single (508 mm – 8 piston discs).
• Rear brake system: Dual (508 mm 16 piston discs)
• Front brakes: Single (508 mm – 8 piston discs).
• 8.3 liter, V-10 SRT 10 Dodge Viper engine.

2. Suzuki Hayabusa – 248 MPH

The Suzuki Hayabusa is one of the most iconic and recognizable names in motorcycle history. Often hailed as the fastest production bike of its time, this model was built for those who crave speed, power, and control. As of 2024, the Suzuki Hayabusa holds the title of the fastest production motorcycle. The Suzuki Hayabusa was the first mass-produced motorcycle to exceed 300 km/h (186 mph) when it was launched in 1999.

The Hayabusa’s 1340cc engine delivers peak torque and smooth acceleration, making it an impressive ride on both track and road. It’s a production bike that’s been tested, refined, and still dominates competitive markets even after a decade of evolution.

Key Features 

• Specifications: 1340 CC, four-stroke, DOHC, 4-cylinder 16 valves engine
• Max Torque: 155 Nm at 7200 rpm
• Top speed: 197 miles per hour.
• Top speed: 194 miles per hour.
• 6-speed constant mesh transmission
• 0-60 miles in 2.5 seconds.
• Braking Systems: Front brake: Dual 310mm discs with Brembo and monobloc radial-mount calipers. Rear brake: Single, 260 mm disc with Tokico caliper.

3. Kawasaki Ninja ZX-14R – 208 MPH

The Kawasaki Ninja ZX-14R is a road-legal production bike built for those who love speed, acceleration, and control. Its 1441cc engine delivers immense torque and output, making it one of the most powerful motorcycles on the market.

This Kawasaki model combines features that make it both comfortable for long rides and thrilling on the track, proving why the brand dominates the fastest motorcycle segment year after year.

Key Features 

Now, let’s look at the key features together:

• 1441 CC four-valve liquid-cooled engine
• Braking Systems: Front brakes: 2*310 petal discs, four-piston calipers. Rear brakes: single 250 mm petal disc, 2 piston caliper.
• 6-speed transmission and wet multi-disc clutch.
• Maximum Power: 197.3 Bhp at 10,000 rpm.
• Maximum torque: 158.2 Nm at 7500 rpm.
• Top speed: 208.1 miles per hour.
• 0 to 100 km/h: 2.7 seconds.
• 0 to 200 km/h: 7.2 seconds.

4. MTT Turbine Superbike Y2K – 227 MPH

The MTT Y2K Superbike features a Rolls-Royce turbine engine that produces a jaw-dropping 420 horsepower. It’s the first production bike powered by a jet engine, capable of hitting top speeds exceeding 227 mph (365 km/h). The MTT Y2K has been recognized as one of the most powerful serial motorcycles with a top speed reaching 370 km/h (230 mph).

Each version is produced in limited numbers, making it one of the most expensive and unique bikes on the market — a true collector’s dream for riders who love power and performance.

Key Features

Take a look at key features:

• Rolls-Royce 250-C18 turboshaft engine
• 2-speed semi-automatic transmission
• Maximum Power: 320 HP at 52000 rpm
• Maximum Torque: 576.5 Nm at 2000rpm
• Top speed: 227 miles per hour
• Braking System:

• Front Brakes: 2*320 mm discs with four-piston Brembo calipers.
• Rear Brakes: Single 320 mm disc with 4 piston caliper.

5. Kawasaki Ninja H2R – 249 MPH

The Kawasaki Ninja H2R is the fastest motorcycle you can buy today — though it’s not road legal. With a carbon fiber frame and supercharged engine, it achieves a top speed of 249 mph (400 km/h). The Kawasaki Ninja H2R is a track-only motorcycle that can achieve top speeds between 206 and 249 mph, depending on conditions. The claimed peak power of the Kawasaki Ninja H2R is 322 bhp.

This Kawasaki model is a track-only monster designed to accelerate beyond limits, offering riders ultimate control and output. The H2R’s performance represents the pinnacle of motorcycle engineering, and its price reflects the costs of this extreme production masterpiece.

Key Features

• 998 CC supercharged DOHC inline-4 engine with 300 H.P power.
• 6-speed dog-ring transmission
• Highly efficient Kawasaki supercharger to acquire incredible acceleration.
• World-class KYB racing suspension.
• Maximum Power: 310hp at 14000rpm.
• Maximum Torque: 156 Nm at 12500rpm.
• Top speed: Over 249 miles per hour.
• Braking system: Front Brakes: 2*330 mm, dual-semi floating, radial-mount discs with four-piston calipers. Rear Brakes: 250 mm single disc with opposing 2 piston calipers.

6. Honda CBR1100XX Super Blackbird – 190 MPH

Honda’s CBR1100XX Super Blackbird was once the fastest motorcycle in the world, a production bike built to compete directly with the Suzuki Hayabusa. Its 1137cc engine offers a smooth ride, excellent control, and impressive brakes for a bike of its class.

It’s a model that defined Honda’s engineering power and balance, achieving a top speed that still amazes riders two decades later.

Key Features 

• 1137CC, four-stroke, inline-4 engine.
• 6-speed transmission.
• Maximum Power: 152 HP.
• Maximum Torque: 119 Nm at 7250 rpm.
• Top speed: 190 miles per hour.
• Twin balance shaft 
• Braking system: Front brakes: 310 dual discs with three-piston calipers. Rear Brakes: 256 mm single disc with 3 piston calipers.

7. MV Agusta F4 1000R – 184 MPH

The MV Agusta F4 is an Italian masterpiece that blends style, performance, and engineering excellence. With a carbon fiber fairing and 998cc engine, it produces 212 horsepower and a top speed of 187 mph (301 km/h).

Only limited numbers were produced, making it a competitive, track-focused model favored by professional riders in Europe. Every feature of this bike reflects the brand’s dedication to quality, design, and speed.

Key Features

Here are the specific details you need to know about MV Agusta F4 1000R:

• 1000 CC, four cylinders, 16 radical valves, DOHC liquid-cooled engine.
• Maximum Power: 174 HP
• Maximum Torque: 115 Nm at10000 rpm.
• 6-speed transmission.
• Top speed: 184 miles per hour.
• Braking system: Front brakes: Dual 320mm disc with four pistons radial caliper. Rear brakes: Single 220 mm disc with 2 piston radical calipers.

8. Lightning LS-218 – 218 MPH

At a top speed of 218 MPH and for several other features, Lighting LS-218 can’t be ranked out of the top 15 fastest motorcycles in the world. Unarguably, this 2011-made motorcycle is one of the best electric motorcycles you can find anywhere in the world. The Lightning LS-218 is the fastest street-legal electric motorcycle with a top speed of 218 mph (350 km/h).

Manufactured by the Lightning Motorcycle Company, this superbike was named the fastest electric bike in 2013. That was after it hit a record speed of 350 km per hour at Bonneville Speedway. 

What’s more, powered by IPM liquid-cooled engine, Lighting LS-218 can produce 150kw at 10,500 rpm electric motor, with 200 horsepower and 168 pound-foot of torque; it can reach 100 km/h in just 2 seconds.

You can choose between three options of the battery pack, featuring different range capacities. The average 380V 12 kW/h battery pack can have a 100-120 mile range per charge.

Now, let’s attend to highlight some of the specific features of this vehicle.

Key Features 

• Top speed: 218 miles per hour.
• Maximum torque: 150km/h at 10,500 rpm.
• The average 380 V 12 kW per hour battery pack can produce between 100-200 miles range per charge.
• 168 pounds of torque
• Maximum power: 200HP

9. Ducati 1098S – 169 MPH

The Lightning LS-218 holds the record for the fastest electric motorcycle in the world. This bike achieves an impressive top speed of 218 mph (351 km/h), powered by an electric engine that produces instant torque.

It’s a brilliant example of how electric bikes can compete with gas-powered models in terms of acceleration, weight, and performance, proving that innovation can create sustainable speed without compromise.

Key Features 

• 1099 CC liquid-cooled L-Twin cylinder engine.
• Marelli electronic fuel injection.
• 6-speed transmission and multiple dry clutches with hydraulic transmission.
• Maximum Power: 160 HP at 9750 rpm.
• Maximum torque: 123 Nm at 8000 rpm.
• Top speed: 169 miles per hour.
• 0 to 100 km/h in 3.2 seconds.
• Braking system: Front brakes: 2*330 mm discs, four-piston calipers. Rear brakes: Single 245 mm disc 2 piston caliper

10. BMW K 1200S – 174 MPH

I do not doubt that if I am being asked to produce a list of the top 10 fastest motorcycles in the world, the BMW K 1200S will always pop up. It is a fantastic model from the famous brand BMW. The BMW M1000RR, another model from BMW, is one of the top-performing motorcycles with high power-to-weight ratios. The claimed peak power of the BMW M1000RR is 212 bhp.

 As a hyper-sports touring motorcycle made with classic features, this BMW series features 1157 CC, 16 valves four-cylinder engine. The engine can generate as much power as 164 HP at 10250 rpm. This enables BMW K 1200s to reach a maximum speed of 174 miles per hour.

Do you want to learn more? You can be sure that while in the saddle of this powerful motorcycle, you’re guaranteed revolutionary suspensions and an efficient braking system that ensures you stop safely, even at the most blazing speed. 

As you can imagine, this superbike also features an eye-catching design, style, and beauty in the cars produced by BMW.

What are its features in specific highlights?

Key Features 

• 1157 CC DOHC, 16 valves, four-cylinder engine.
• 6-speed manual transmission.
• Maximum Power: 164 HP at 10250 rpm.
• Maximum torque: 129 Nm at 8250 rpm.
• Top speed: 174 miles per hour.
• 0-100 km/h in 3 seconds.
• Braking system: Front brakes: 2*320mm disc with four-piston calipers. Rear brakes: single 265mm disc with two-piston caliper.

11. Aprilia RSV 1000R Mille – 175 MPH

If you ask me a million times to name the top 15 motorcycles with the fastest speed, Aprilia RSV 100R Mille will always feature. Besides the fact that it represents Aprilia company as its fastest brand, this superbike runs at a top speed 175 miles per hour, making it your safety and speed partner on the highways. The Aprilia RSV4 Factory 1100, another model from Aprilia, is known for its high performance and power-to-weight ratio, boasting 217 bhp.

What about the engine? Well, you would expect that a motorcycle at such high speed will also come with a hyperactive engine. The bike boasts 998 CC V-twin engine, which is capable of producing 141.13 hp at 10000 rpm. 

That’s not all. The RSV 1000R Mille can cross 0 to 140 km/h in 10 seconds. Have you ever imagined that? The design, style, quality, and beauty of this motorcycle are stunning.

Let’s deal with these story-like features in a highlight form.

Key Features 

• 998 CC four-stroke 60 degrees, V-Twin engine.
• Liquid-cooled system.
• Multi-plate clutch and 6-speed transmission.
• Maximum Power: 141.13 HP@10000 rpm.
• Maximum torque: 107 Nm@5500 rpm.
• Top speed: 175 miles per hour

12. Yamaha YZF R1 – 186 MPH

The Yamaha YZF-R1M is a race-inspired motorcycle with features taken directly from MotoGP technology. Its 998cc engine offers remarkable torque, output, and control.

This production bike can accelerate to 186 mph (299 km/h) and comes equipped with advanced electronic brakes and stability systems that make it one of the most competitive models in its class.

Key Features

• 998 CC, liquid-cooled, 16-valve liquid-cool inline four-cylinder DOHC engine
• Fuel injection, 6-speed transmission.
• Maximum Power: 200 HP@13500 rpm.
• Maximum torque: 112.4 Nm@11500 rpm.
• Top speed: 186 miles per hour.
• Feature MotoGP-inspired electronic packaging for high performance.
• Standard traction control, quick launcher, and advanced ABS.
• Braking system: Front Brakes: 320 mm, four-piston caliper hydraulic dual discs. Rear Brakes: 220 mm hydraulic single disc.

13. Suzuki SV 1000s – 165 MPH

If you hand me $15,000, I will cheerfully deliver SV1000S to your door within days. I love this motorcycle’s excellent stability, comfort, strength, and speed. No wonder it makes my list of the top 15 fastest motorcycles you can find anywhere in the world. I have been using it for the last couple of months and have recommended it to friends.

At a top speed of 165 miles per hour (about 264 km/h), this half-faired bike is one of the flagship products in the Suzuki motorcycles boasting speed. Suzuki SV1000s are naked motorcycles made by this Japanese manufacturer. 

Launched in 2003, this model is built with a 996 cc (60.8 cu in) displacement 90° V-twin engine. The SV1000 model is an advanced technology, a larger and modified version of the popular 650 cc SV650 motorcycle.

What are its distinguishing factors in specific terms?

Key Features

• 996 cc (60.8 cu in) 90° V-twin 8-valve DOHC
• 6-speed manual transmission.
• Maximum Power: 123.5 hp @ 9000RPM
• Maximum Torque: 102 Nm @ 7200RPM
• Top Speed: 165 miles per hour (264kmph)
• 0-100 kmph in 3.8 seconds
• Braking system: Front brakes: 2*310 mm discs, 4 piston calipers. Rear Brakes: Single 220 mm disc, 2 piston calipers.
• Fuel tank: 17 liters

14. Ducati 1199 Panigale R 2013 – 420 MPH

I have told you about the incredible experience you’ll have riding the Ducati 1098S. Being with Panigale 1199, another sterling series from Ducati is another higher-level experience. Comfort, stability, high performance, and classic design separate this model from other fastest motorcycles on my list. The Ducati Panigale V4 R is also known for its impressive performance, producing 237 bhp.

When I say ‘incredible performance and technological excellence are the hallmarks of this Ducati series, your natural reaction might be, ‘what exactly is it bringing to the table differently? Ok. With internal bodywork and frames built with titanium piston rods and carbon fiber, you need not be told that Panigale 1199 is the queen of the superbike family.

The internal frame components, coupled with the bike’s track-only exhaust, ensure that the net weight of the bike reduces to 364 pounds. Built with an 1199 cc liquid-cooled V-twin engine that delivers 195 horsepower and 98 pounds-foot of torque, Ducati Panigale 1199 usurped many models in the series to become the most powerful two-cylinder motorcycle in the world. Perfection was never so close.

Key Features

• 1199 cc liquid-cooled V-twin, four-stroke engine
• Maximum power: 195 HP@ 10750 RPM.
• Maximum torque: 
• 98 pounds of torque
• Maximum torque: 132.00 Nm  @ 9000 RPM
• Fuel system: Injection. Mitsubishi electronic fuel injection system. Twin injectors per cylinder. Full ride-by-wire elliptical throttle bodies.
• Braking system: ABS – Front brakes: 330 mm radially mounted on four-piston dual floating discs. Rear brakes: 245 mm single disc ABS two-piston calipers.

15. Honda VF1000R – 150 MPH

This is one of the oldest superbike series from Honda. Launched in 1984, the Honda VF1000R still maintains its top spot regarding speed, stability, and high performance. Honda’s consistency in upgrading this motorcycle has made it relevant and in high demand for every age and time.

At a top speed of 150mph (240 km/h), Honda VF1000R is one of the fastest motorbikes that has hit the world’s automotive industry and market. How about manufacturing a piece of motorcycle that will compete with the best in the world? Then, Honda VF1000R must have unique features.

With a net weight of about 600 pounds and half a tank of fuel, almost 85 pounds heavier than the VF1000F model, VF1000R guarantees stability, power, and strength.

It has a 998cc, four-stroke, V-four cylinder engine, which can produce power of 130 HP at 10500 RPM.

Key Features

• 998cc, four-stroke, DOHC, V-four cylinder liquid-cooled engine
• Top speed: 150 MPH
• Maximum power: 130 HP @ 10500RPM
• Front suspension: 41mm center axel with air-assist, 3-way rebound damping, anti-drive valuing 
• Braking system: Front brakes: 2*285mm discs, four-piston calipers. Rear brakes: Single 285mm disc I piston caliper.
• Seat Height: 810 mm/31.8 in.
• Fuel capacity: 23 liters

Buying Guide for Fast Motorcycles

Here is the list of the buying considerations when deciding on the fastest bike to buy:

• Engine performance: ensure that the engine does not have a displacement of less than 900cc. As you can see here, all motorbikes on my list have above 900cc engine displacement. 
• Speed: Well, when you talk about speed, a motorbike with less than 100 mph may not be, technically speaking, considered as belonging to the fastest class.
• Torque: The maximum torque of the engine too must also be commensurate with the capacity of the engine
• Braking system: usually, the ABS is often recommended. Most of the bikes here operate the ABS brake system.
• Popularity: needless to say that all the motorbikes that make my list are made from tested brands. For your bike to be considered one of the fastest, it must be identified with the known brands. I am not saying you cannot get some fast out there, but the top-class brands always produce the best and fastest.  

Frequently Asked Questions 

Which bike has the highest CC? Although it may not make the top fastest 15 motorbikes in the world, the Triumph Rocket III has a niche carved specifically for it.

Which is the slowest bike in the world? No other motorcycle takes its place as the world’s slowest bike. You may be the type who doesn’t like biking around on the fast track. If you want to move at a snail’s pace, order ‘fahrradi farfalla FFX.’ It is the world’s slowest bike from Ferrari. ‘Fahrradi’ stands as a German word for bicycle. The name represents what this bike features.

What does CC stand for on a bike? The question shows your novelty in biking or an established biker who doesn’t care about details. Anyways, CC in bikes stands for Cubic Centimeter capacity of your bike’s combustion cylinder. Don’t be scared by all the grammar. CC represents the power of your bike engine. The more CCs, the more power your engine possesses. It also shows your engine has torque when its CC increases. 

You also have to note that if the CC of your engine is increased, your bike’s fuel consumption increases as well. The CC could also withstand the displacement of the motorbike, which is often measured in cubic centimeters.

Can I increase the CC of my super-fast bike? Absolutely yes! Increasing the CC of your engine is not criminal; it’s not complex; it’s one of the simplest things to work out on your bike. But it requires both manufacturing and design changes. First, increase the bore and/or stroke of the combustion chamber of your engine. 

Conclusion 

These fastest production motorcycles of 2025 prove that the pursuit of speed, innovation, and power never ends. Each model represents a new point in motorcycle history, from Kawasaki’s engineering house to Suzuki’s design evolution and BMW’s relentless drive for performance.

Whether you’re an enthusiast looking for the fastest motorcycle ever produced or simply interested in reviewing what defines the top speed bikes today, these machines are proof that the world of two wheels continues to create legends that hang with — and often surpass — the fastest cars in existence.

If you ever dream of owning the faster motorcycle in the world, just remember: it’s not only about speed — it’s about the ride, the engineering, and the passion that keeps this world spinning at full throttle.

Always remember my recommendation: The safety of other road users is your safety. So, always consider them first each time you have to take any action, whether major or minor, on your fast bike. Always wear your safety gear: helmet, gloves, jacket, etc.

I wish you a safe trip each time you get on your saddle. I love your life, but you should love it more. Stay here with me for the next post.

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