Who doesn’t love sports bikes! But its not so easy to get the best one. Some may not be made for the terrains we want to travel in. So let’s go through a few of the best ones to have if you are in the USA or anywhere around the world too if it is available.
Setting the bars high on looks, power, and weight, the Ducati features all the tech one would think of. And as we all can expect, no bikes top ten lists is complete without a powerful Ducati. The V4S has electrically adjustable suspension, cornering ABS, slide control and a lean angle aware quick-shifter. Powered by a 211 hp, 1103 cc engine, it can be termed a beast.
The Fireblade is brand new for 2020 packing a more compact and powerful engine which makes it 100% track-focused. It has the second generation electronic suspension, new Brembo Stylema calipers, larger front discs, and a fancy new TFT dash and specially designed Akrapovic exhaust as standard.
Yamaha YZF R1M comes with a semi-active Ohlins electronic suspension, a Carbon bodywork, and a new EPS NPX fork. As a new feature, it includes a range of apps to set custom ride modes, track all data from the bike and to display a re-run of the race on Google Maps. An interesting to note that its a limited edition bike with the production number stamped on top of the tank. The engine packs a power of 197 hp with a 998 cc capacity.
With the asymmetric look dividing the opinion. the S1000R is considered to be game-changing since its first launch in 2005. Since then it has been completely evolving and the 2019 version is a brand new one. The changes include a new headlight, reduced weight, and new fancy-colored dash. The new M pack also adds Carbon fiber wheels.
The Kawasaki ZX 10R generates 207 bhp of power from its 998 cc engine. The Double Cylinder engine comes 6-speed manual gearbox. It comes with both rear and front disc brakes and even with an anti-braking system. In terms of notable features, there are sport traction control, electronic throttle valves and three riding modes. It is one of the most affordable super-bikes in the world.
The most common name among the super-bike lovers, Hayabusa is the most expected name on this list. Toping in the charts since 1999, it is easily the most lovable bike out there. The 2020 version is available in two new colors – Metallic Thunder Gray and Candy Dancing Red but has not gone any mechanical changes. Suzuki Hayabusa is powered by a 1340 cc liquid-cooled inline four-cylinder engine putting 197 bhp output. It is capable of hitting a maximum of 299 kmph.
The KTM RC 390 is one of the most affordable sports-bikes, featuring a single-cylinder engine with 373 cc of displacement and 44 hp. The bike comes with standard ABS and Brembo four-piston front and single-piston rear brakes. The color scheme stands out with a combination of light and dark gray, and high-contrast orange bodywork.
The second Ducati in our list is one of the most aggressive-looking sport motorcycles available. Though this Ducati is more accessible than its stablemates yet its base price of $12,995 is a bit too steep. The SuperSport has a two-cylinder 937 cc engine rated at 110 hp. It has an LCD, traction control, anti-lock brakes, and selectable riding modes.
The YZF-R6 is pricier at $12,199 but it boasts a few key upgrades from the YZF-R3, The R6 is outfitted with a 599 cc four-cylinder engine, a six-speed transmission and a larger 4.6-gallon fuel tank. It also adds an adjustable front suspension, dual front disc brakes, ABS and traction control.
The direct competitor of Fireblade, Suzuki GSX-R1000R comes with an advanced Showa suspension and a bidirectional quick-shifter. It comes with launch control and a lighter battery of capacity 1100 cc and power-packed of 199 bhp. The engine is a 4-cylinder petrol engine. The notable features include ABS, motion traction control, LED headlamps and tail-lamps and LED instrumentation as well.