Best Superbike Models

The Panigale V4 is the first production four-cylinder superbike from Ducati. The Panigale V4 is based on the MotoGP bike Desmosedici and brings the MotoGP V4 technology to the masses. The overall design of the Panigale V4 is more sporty and aggressive as compared to the twin-cylinder Panigale. The Ducati Panigale V4 is powered by an all-new Desmosedici Stradale 1,103cc, 90 degree V4 engine that produces 211bhp and 124Nm of torque. The engine is paired to a 6-speed gearbox. The bike gets three riding modes: Street, Sport and Race. The Panigale V4 is capable of reaching a top speed of over 300km./h.

The Yamaha R1 has been around for a while now, until recently, Yamaha wanted to update the motorcycle. Along with the update, Yamaha introduced some of its MotoGP tech for street use, and the result is the Yamaha YZF-R1. The YZF-R1 features Yamaha’s Inertial Measurement Unit (IMU) and Yamaha Ride Control (YRC). The Yamaha YZF-R1 draws power from a 998cc, in-line four-cylinder engine that produces 197bhp and 112Nm of torque.

The Kawasaki ZX-10RR in its latest iteration has received a host of design and mechanical updates, along with aerodynamics, and electronics. The Kawasaki ZX-10RR now is equipped with Bosch Inertial Measurement Unit, launch Control, quick-shifter, Engine Brake Control, Traction Control, etc. It continues to be powered by a 998cc, in-line four-cylinder engine with a maximum power output of 197bhp and a peak torque output of 113Nm. Power is transmitted to the rear wheel via a 6-speed gearbox. Acceleration from 0-100km/h is done away with, in under 2.6 seconds and top speed is 300km/h.

The Aprilia RSV4 RF is a limited edition track-focused superbike from the italian manufacturer featuring Öhlins forks, Aprilia Performance Ride Control, ride-by-wire, Wheelie Control, Launch Control, Quick Shift, etc. With such high-tech equipment on board the motorcycle, great performance is a given. The Aprilia RSV4 RF is powered by a 999cc, V4 engine with a power output of 198bhp and a peak torque output of 115Nm. A 6-speed gearbox handles transmission duties. The Aprilia RSV4 can reach a top speed of 300km/h.

Like most motorcycles in this category, the Honda CBR1000RR Fireblade, Honda’s flagship product is really quick. The motorcycle features aggressive design language, an impressive electronics package and handling which makes high speed maneuvers seem easy. The Honda CBR1000RR is powered by a 999cc, in-line four-cylinder engine which produces 176bhp and 112Nm. The engine is paired to a 6-speed gearbox, and the Fireblade can reach a top speed of 280km/h.

The BMW S1000 RR has enough technology packed into the motorcycle to give its competition a run for their money. The S1000 RR is popular among enthusiasts and connoisseurs alike around purely owing to its performance. It also helps that it has an unconventional design with aggressive looks. The BMW S1000 RR is powered by a 999cc, in-line four-cylinder engine which produces 193bhp and 112Nm, which is paired to a 6-speed gearbox. The motorcycle is capable of accelerating from zero to its electronically restricted top speed of 303km/h in under 20 seconds.

Italians sure do know to make good-looking machines, and the MV Agusta F4 RR is an example. It is by far one of the best looking superbikes on sale currently and is also packed to the brim with technology. The MV Agusta F4 RR is equipped with a lightweight Chromium Molybdenum construction, which helps limit the bike’s dry weight to just 190kg. A 998cc, liquid-cooled, in-line four-cylinder engine with a maximum power output of 198bhp and a peak torque output of 114Nm powers the MV Agusta F4 RR. A 6-speed gearbox handles transmission duties.

The Suzuki Hayabusa is a popular motorcycle and is all about raw power, which the motorcycle is good at. The rider does get to chose from three riding modes, and skips most of the features usually seen on superbikes. The Suzuki Hayabusa draws power from a 1340cc, liquid-cooled in-line four-cylinder engine that makes 197bhp and 155Nm of torque, with the help of a 6-speed gearbox. The 266kg Suzuki Hayabusa can reach a top speed of 299km/h.

The Kawasaki Ninja H2’s supercharged engine has taken the meaning of power a notch higher in the litre-class motorcycle category. The Kawasaki Ninja H2 is the current flagship offering by the Japanese manufacturer. The Kawasaki Ninja H2 is powered by a 998cc, liquid-cooled, supercharged, in-line four-cylinder engine with a maximum power output of 197bhp and a peak torque output of 134Nm. The power is transmitted to the rear wheel via a 6-speed gearbox. The Kawasaki Ninja H2 is currently a superbike enthusiast’s dream, as it nearly touches hyperbike levels.