The world's most powerful production motorcycles: 200 hp. and higher

Two hundred horsepower is quite a decent amount of power for a small and medium-sized car. But this is an extremely high margin that can only be invested in a motorcycle. And yet, motorcyclists will never trade their iron friend for a car. The thrill of riding a powerful bike cannot be compared to what you can experience on four wheels. This element is exclusively for the experienced, brave and crazy.

Today, anyone can walk into a car dealership and drive away on a two-hundred-horsepower motorcycle. There are many options to choose from including superbikes, electric bikes, turbocharged motorcycles. This selection features the most powerful production motorcycles you can buy. Many of them cost less than a small car, but give you absolute extreme performance for 1/300th the price of the most powerful cars in the world.

Damon Hypersport: 200 hp (electric)

The 200 horsepower, 200 Nm Damon electric drivetrain makes this bike frighteningly fast. The maximum speed is rated at 322 km/h. The battery holds 21.5 kWh of energy, which will provide a long range. Damon is promoting this thing more as a technology platform. This is a kind of advertising for their Shift system, which allows you to move the seat, handlebars and footpegs on the go. The Co-Pilot haptic alarm system is impressive, designed to alert you to possible threats before you see them.

Yamaha R1

A legendary bike, known all over the world. The products produced by this manufacturer have always been progressive.

The motorcycle is made in a futuristic style, its power is 185 horsepower, and its weight is 177 kilograms. The maximum speed is 300 kilometers per hour.

The price for a used motorcycle is 150,000 rubles. To purchase a new bike you will need to pay about $4,000.

Watch a test drive of the Yamaha R1 motorcycle in this video:

Lightning LS-218 (electric)

At 96.5 km/h, this single-speed monster opens its secondary combustion chamber, unleashing an unprecedented rush of acceleration that distorts the sense of space and time. Lightning has opened a new factory in San Carlos, and while the LS218 is still listed as a 200-hp motorcycle, creator Richard Hatfield has revealed a software update that increases power to 248 hp.

Dodge Tomahawk

The Tomahawk differs from its cousins in its non-standard design. It has twin wheels, which are separated from each other by only a small gap. Each wheel has its own independent suspension. Tomahawk needs dual wheels to adequately receive torque from the supermotor.

The Tomahawk has an engine capacity of more than eight liters from a Dodge Viper with ten cylinders. A super engine of 500 horses allows you to accelerate to hundreds of km/h in a few moments. In principle, if we remove physical factors, the chopper can accelerate to 676 km/h, but in reality its top speed is close to 500 km/h.

BMW S1000RR: 205 hp

BMW had a reputation for great motorcycles even before the brand launched its first superbike in 2009, but with the debut of the S1000RR, success became evident. Inspired by Suzuki's lithe GSX-R1000, the S1000RR delivers extraordinary road manners and incredible track speed. In addition to the 205 hp engine, you can get it with the M Sport package, carbon wheels and all sorts of innovative features.

S1000RR

Motorcycle from BMW. This model gained great popularity immediately after the 2009 world championship. BMW pilots took part in the S1000RR. Became available for purchase in 2008.

It quickly and confidently gains its 336 kilometers. Power is 225 horsepower. The mass of the bike is 162 kilograms.

In the Russian Federation, a used model can be purchased for 550,000 rubles. To take possession of this motorcycle from BMW without mileage, you will have to pay 1,250,000 rubles.

An overview and test drive of this model is presented in the following video:

Motorcycle MV Agusta Brutale 1000

Prior to the introduction of the Streetfighter V4, the Brutale 1000 Serie Oro was equipped with an engine of the same power. It was introduced in 2022 with a 208 hp engine, which has since been boosted to 212 hp. If you're crazy (and strong) enough to point this beast in a straight line and hold the throttle open long enough, you'll be able to break the 300 km/h mark. Like all MVs, this bike can also be called a work of art.

The best motorcycle for women is “Harley-Davidson SOFTAIL DELUXE”

This is one of the most popular “heavyweights” among women with a 1580 cc engine. It features a low seat position and a low center of gravity. This bike has good balance and not very wide handlebars, thanks to which it can quickly maneuver even in the tightest traffic.

Peculiarities:

instrument panel with light sensor;
front chandelier of headlights - 3 main and 2 turn signals;
auto-dimming mirrors;
wide comfortable saddle;
good dynamics and quick acceleration;
classic Harley-Davidson dashboard - in retro style;
simple and durable air-cooled motor;
squat position of the rider - 67 cm from the asphalt;
good brakes and quick speed release.

Instead of a classic ignition key, this bike is equipped with an anti-theft system. If its electronic chip is outside its radius, it will simply be impossible to start the motorcycle. In addition to the immobilizer, to protect your Harley, you can use a special key to lock the steering fork and central ignition selector. This security system significantly reduces the risk of theft, which is especially important for those who often travel long distances.

Honda CBR1000RR Fireblade SP: 214 hp

Honda has never shown much interest in the horsepower wars, positioning itself 10 or 20 horses away from the more ambitious bikes in the supersport class and letting others win the races. At the same time, the Japanese company concentrated on creating impeccable superbikes for the street. But in 2022, the company finally released a “Fireblade” worthy of this scary name. This is a special limited edition priced at $28,500.

Best touring motorcycle – BMW K1600GTL

This six-cylinder bike makes it into the top 1000cc touring bikes for its excellent low-speed handling and comfortable passenger seat. This is a powerful and truly comfortable tourer with adjustable suspension and effective wind protection. After driving 1000 km on such a unit, you will not feel fatigue or pain in your back or legs. It is very easy to operate and economical in fuel consumption. One tank is enough for 530-550 km of driving.

Peculiarities:

a well-placed light – it doesn’t dazzle, and when tilted it shines where you need it;
lever suspension - the motorcycle does not bite even when you press the brakes hard;
built-in cruise control - in fact, an autopilot that maintains a given speed;
interesting design - brutal forms, powerful front;
160 horsepower engine - can overtake a sports bike;
navigation – wide and customizable display.

The BMW K1600GTL also has a built-in USB charger into which you can insert a flash drive and listen to music. For movement in the cold season, it has heated saddle and handles in 5 modes.

Ducati Superleggera V4

The Panigale V4 is a very fast bike, but Ducati wouldn't be Ducati if it didn't come out with a special edition that didn't break the power record. Not only does this model develop 231 hp. — it weighs only 152 kg thanks to a large number of carbon parts. Every component of this production motorcycle, from the suspension to the brakes and electronics, is absolutely flawless.

Mad Ron Laycock

The place of champion among choppers has long been held by Mad Ron Laycock, developed by a motorcycle fan from Australia. Its power - drum roll - 3800 horses!

Do you think this is impossible? Perhaps if we install a Rolls-Royce Viper MK aircraft jet engine. The chopper is designed on the basis of a series from Yamaha - FJ 1200. The bike was created for races of 402 meters. It's sad, but his speed figures are unknown, although we assure you that they are capable of hitting. Without a doubt, you won’t be able to ride this iron horse, but it can safely be called the most powerful motorcycle.

Kawasaki H2: 228 horses

The H2 was and is one of Kawasaki's best models. Its base version comes with a 200-horsepower engine, but horsepower is severely limited by firmware, and a simple upgrade could unlock another 30 ponies for those brave enough. The titanium exhaust-only version of the H2R increases the reserve to 310 hp, but this is not legal on public roads.

Yamaha XVS 1300C ABS - the best motorcycle for a beginner

This bike confidently takes 1st place in the top 1000 cc motorcycles for beginners who have decided to switch to professional transport. It is equipped with a 1300 cc engine and can accelerate to 100 km per hour in just 5 seconds.

Technical features:

tank volume 17.5 liters – when fully loaded, enough for 260-270 km;
soft start due to belt drive - no kicking or kicking;
wheels of the same width - behaves predictably on the road;
ideal weight balancing - 52% weight at the rear, 48% at the front;

"Yamaha XVS 1300C ABS" is quite safe on the move. It is forgiving of small mistakes that low-mileage beginners often make, and has a very comfortable fit. You don’t need to “jump” on it, but simply step over it. Your hands lie comfortably on the steering wheel - they are not lifted up or spread out, as when driving all-terrain vehicles.

Motorcycle PGM V8

This Australian built bike takes things to a pretty extreme level. Weighing 242 kg, the PGM V8 has a 2-liter 90-degree V8 engine that revs to 13,000 rpm and produces 334 hp. and 214 Nm of torque. We're not sure exactly how many bikes have been produced since the PGM launched in 2015, but at over $100,000, it's probably not that many. For a model with such a large engine, the PGM has a pretty neat appearance.

BMW S1000RR

This model became famous after it was used by the BMW Motorrad Motorsport pilot team at world motorcycle racing competitions. The model went into production not so long ago - in 2008. The bike weighs only 183 kilograms, but this lightweight can reach 100 km/h in 3.1 seconds. Thanks to a powerful engine of 193 horsepower, the iron horse can reach a top speed of 299 km/h, and if this were not limited electronically, who knows how much it would accelerate?

Many people believe that the largest motorcycle in the world should also be the most powerful. Let's see if this is true.

Truly, the largest chopper on the planet was seen by the public in 2012 in Italy at the Motor Bike Expo. Its dimensions are truly amazing: this monster reaches 6.5 meters in length, 3.43 meters in height, and its weight is almost three tons! Engineers from Regio Design, headed by Fabio Reggiani, worked on the giant. It took four months to construct the “largest” iron horse.

Even these huge dimensions did not affect the performance of the chopper; it can really be controlled, however, if you have very long limbs and are at least four meters tall.

By the way, his predecessor, who held the title of “the largest motorcycle,” does not care at all how tall the person riding him is. Creator Greg Dunham designed it to be easy to ride. The dimensions of the now silver medalist are not much different from the current one. Its length is 6 meters, its height is 3 meters, and its weight also fell just short of three tons. This does not prevent the motorcycle from reaching speeds of up to 104 km/h (yes, this is not the fastest bike in the world, but consider the dimensions), and its engine has 500 horses.

Greg began creating this colossus by arguing with his friends, who were sure that no one could make such a large bike. “Dream Big” was born as proof three years later, depriving its owner of 300 thousand dollars. Although, as Greg says, there are now a lot of people who want to own such a giant, and there’s even a queue.

MTT 420 RR (420 hp)

Louisiana-based Marine Turbine Technologies has been making turbine superbikes for 20 years, and the 420 RR is the strangest of them all. It is powered by the same turbocharged Allison 250-C20B engine that powers various Bell and Sikorsky helicopters. Rumor has it that the exhaust fumes are so hot that they can melt the plastic bumpers on cars that sit too close. This is a huge, long, heavy beast that requires special care and awareness when using.

Honda Africa Twin Adventure Sports

You may accuse me of being biased, but I love this bike! The big plus of this motorcycle is the larger gas tank. Nobody wants to get stuck in the middle of a forest or field, when there are still kilometers to refuel, and the motorcycle is already running on gasoline fumes... The manufacturer thought that you could go very far, so they increased the tank to 24.8 liters!

For example, Honda Africa Twin AS A4L with an engine capacity of 1084 cc. cm.

The engine is four-stroke, two-cylinder in-line, eight-valve, liquid-cooled. It comes with a multi-plate slipper clutch and a six-speed gearbox.

The brake system is hydraulic. ABS with off-road and on-road modes is provided.

Suzuki Hayabusa

Second in the list of the best and fastest Suzuki Hayabusa bikes. Its name comes from the name of the fastest bird in the world. Hayabusa means falcon in Japanese, or as it is also called peregrine falcon. Everyone knows that when flying, a falcon reaches an amazing speed of 325 km/h. But the engineers of the Suzuki Hayabusa motorcycle decided not to limit themselves to this speed and went further. As a result, the model appeared. In the process of creating this bike, a special injection system was developed, which was later patented by the company. Inside the bike is a 16-valve 4-cylinder engine with a displacement of 1340 cc. see there is also a six-speed gearbox. This helps to accelerate beyond the first 100 km/h in just 2.5 seconds; the highest speed of the motorcycle is 399 km/h.

Honda CBR 1100XX Super Blackbird – 300-320 km/h

Honda first showed this motorcycle in 1996. Until today, much has remained from the initial version, but some changes have also appeared: the dashboard has changed, new indicators and a digital speedometer have appeared, the windshield has improved, the maximum speed, engine power, and tank volume have increased.

Experts have called riding this motorcycle like being shot by a bullet. The ride is characterized by precise handling, maximum control over the technique, an impeccable ride, even if you do not shift above second gear.

Options:

engine – 152 hp;
number of cylinders – 4/row;
cooling – liquid DOHC;
gas tank – 12 l;
transmission – 5-speed;
weight – 236 kg;
maximum speed – 320 km/h.

Price: from 600,000 rubles (depending on the year of manufacture and configuration). There are a lot of used offers.

Ducati Multistrada 1260 Enduro

Maximum convenience, of course, Ducati has something to answer its competitors.

The new Testastretta DVT 1262 engine for the Multistrada 1260 Enduro has an increased engine displacement and a DVT (Desmodromic Variable Timing) gas distribution system.

Users will enjoy a fully customizable suspension controlled by the Ducati Skyhook Suspension Evo (DSS) system, which allows it to adapt to any road conditions. The seat adjustment is very pleasing; the height is 880 mm with accessories for a high seat mount and 840 mm with accessories for a low seat mount.

The safety of the motorcycle is ensured by the Bosch Cornering ABS anti-lock braking system and Ducati Traction Control DTC, Ducati Wheelie Control (DWC), and Ducati Cornering Lights.

The Vehicle Hold Control (VHC) hill-holding system promises the ability to launch from a standstill uphill on slopes of up to 24.5 degrees.

Another good thing is that the depth of the ford through which this monster can slip is 465 mm.

The manufacturer notes updated intake and exhaust systems. The exhaust system received a different pipe design, internal pre-damper coating and a new muffler. The design of the air intake nozzle has also been changed.

The dry weight of the motorcycle is 225 kilograms.

As standard, users have access to the up/down Ducati Quick Shift (DQS), cruise control, Hands-Free keyless entry, illuminated controls on the handles, Ducati Multimedia System (DMS), TFT color screen 5.

Such an all-terrain vehicle costs from 2,032,000 rubles.

Stylish MTT Turbine Superbike Y2K

The top three fastest bikes are completed by the American MTT Turbine. Agree, to give your motorcycle the name superbike, you need to have a lot of confidence and determination. But the model developers decided to take a risk, and their action was completely justified. This model is even recorded in the Guinness Book of Records as the most powerful production motorcycle. Turbine Superbike is equipped with a turbo engine, which was developed for it by the famous British company Rolls-Royce. The price of the motorcycle is 100,000 dollars, which in rubles is 6,220,452 rubles. The speed of the motorcycle is 365 km/h.