Motorcycles are an acquired taste. Some like it fast, others like it slow and relaxed. Some like their machines to conquer imposing terrains whereas others look at it as a means to simply commute. Here, we are going to cater to the first kind with our carefully curated collection of the fastest bikes in Singapore that you can lay your hands on in 2024.
But why are we focusing on the fastest motorcycles? That’s solely down to a unique combination of passion and skills that is required by these mean machines to tear the winds apart and put you on a lightning-fast spree. At speeds beyond 200 kph, you need immense determination to keep that motorcycle on two wheels and stay alive simultaneously. Not all motorcycles can do speeds beyond the 200 kph mark and there are only a handful in the world capable of reaching 300 kph.
Although Singapore loves its cars, it also allows the most prestigious manufacturers in the world to sell the fastest bikes that are street-legal. Brands like Ducati, BMW Motorrad, Aprilia, Yamaha, Kawasaki and Honda sell their flagship motorcycles for the well-heeled clientele and today, we are going to take a closer look at them.
Before you decide to invest your money in one of these mean machines, keep in mind that superbikes, like the AMB 001 Pro, require a lot of skill and riding experience to extract all the performance. Hence, we recommend taking professional training in riding superbikes before you get one of these (or more) in your garage.
Remember, fast motorcycles can be lethal in the hands of the inexperienced.
You should also know that most of these motorcycle manufacturers have a gentleman’s agreement in place to limit the top speed of their finest craft to 300 kph for the streets. The sole reason behind this includes the manufacturer’s intention to safeguard the riders and avoid damaging the reputation of these fabled motorcycles.
With that out of the way, gear up and start your engines as we take a ride through the gallery of the fastest bikes you can buy in Singapore in 2024.
The Hayabusa was designed for speeds beyond 300 kph and even in the post ‘gentleman’s agreement’ world, it remains an effortlessly fast motorcycle that easily sits at 299 kph. The 1.3-litre four-cylinder engine, which makes 187 bhp and 150 Nm of torque, is coupled with wind-tunnel-tested aerodynamic bodywork, making the Hayabusa a refined high-speed cruiser. It is also said to be a comfortable motorcycle despite its utter focus on performance and the vast number of electronic aids make it an easy rider.
(Image Credits: Suzuki)
2Kawasaki Ninja H2
Top speed: 299 kph
If the world hadn’t gone for restrictions, this Kawasaki Ninja H2 would have been the fastest motorcycle today. With an electronically limited top speed of 299 kph, the Ninja H2 is one of those superbikes that can easily do much higher speeds when unrestrained. One of the major reasons behind the Ninja’s monstrosity is the variable centrifugal supercharger that gives this 998CC four-cylinder engine a total power output of 310 hp and 110 Nm of torque. Coupled with advanced electronic aids and cutting-edge aerodynamics, this motorcycle isn’t for the faint-hearted.
(Image Credits: Kawasaki)
3BMW S1000RR
Top speed: 299 kph
The BMW S1000RR is another fearsome motorcycle, which despite its restrictions, can obliterate all other two-wheeled machines on the road. Underneath that beautiful European-styled bodywork lies an inline four-cylinder engine developing 210 hp and 113 Nm of torque. Along with the sophisticated electronic stability and safety systems as well as a vast array of BMW’s M performance parts packages, experienced riders can extract superquick lap times around the most technical racetracks of the world.
(Image Credits: BMW Motorrad)
4Ducati Superleggera V4
Top speed: Limited to 299 kph
Limited to just 500 units and a top speed of 299 kph, the Ducati Superleggera V4 is currently one of the fastest bikes you can ride in Singapore. It succeeds the Panigale V4 with a super light (Superleggera in Italian) body weighing 159 kg dry while using the same 998 CC Desmosedici Stradale V4 engine that cranks out a 224 hp.
Such numbers only hint at a track-focused machine designed to dominate the lap times and massage the ego of experienced racers. Its sophisticated aerodynamic system consists of winglets to keep it glued to the tarmac and the cutting-edge electronic stability systems make it easy for the rider to put down the power efficiently.
(Image Credits: Ducati)
5Aprilia RSV4 Factory 1100
Top Speed: 299 kph
The Aprilia RSV4 Factory 1100 is a brutally powerful motorcycle with beautiful Italian bodywork that can tear down racetracks with quick lap times. With an electronically limited top speed of 299 kph (Aprilia claims it can reach 305 kph), the RSV4 relies on its 1,099 CC V4 engine producing 217 hp and 125 Nm of torque.
The advanced Öhlins Smart EC 2.0 semi-active suspension system and Brembo Stylema brake callipers, combined with the state-of-the-art chassis and sophisticated aerodynamics, make the RSV4 Factory 1100 a formidable machine for riders on the racetrack.
(Image Credits: Aprilia)
6Yamaha YZF-R1
Top speed: 299 kph
The Yamaha YZF-R1, popularly known as the R1, joins the list of the fastest motorcycles to buy in Singapore despite its focus on razor-sharp handling. One of the most memorable motorcycles, the R1’s 998 CC inline-four-cylinder engine features a state-of-the-art cross-plane crankshaft design that generates 200 hp at the wheels, especially towards the higher RPM range. A comprehensive suite of electronic rider aids, including traction control, wheelie control, cornering ABS and launch control, help to keep the bike planted while the Deltabox chassis along with the lightweight swingarm help in agility.
The Yamaha R1 won’t see a new version in the future as the Japanese brand has announced no development plans for the next-gen model.
(Image Credits: Yamaha)
Note:
The information in this article is accurate as of the date of publication.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Which is the fastest bike in Singapore?
The Kawasaki Ninja H2, Suzuki Hayabusa and Ducati Superleggera V4 are among the fastest bikes you can buy in Singapore.
What is the top speed for the fastest bike in Singapore?
All superbikes in Singapore are electronically limited to a top speed of 299 kph.
Amritanshu lives and breathes tech, cars, Formula 1, space stuff and everything that delivers an adrenaline rush. Since 2016, he converted his favorite hobby of going all gaga over iPhones and Lamborghinis into his profession; hence, you aren’t likely to be surprised upon checking his browser history. In his spare time, he loves to drive and explore food joints, but will somehow end up with a plate of Chicken Biryani and a big smile. He has previously written for Hindustan Times, India Today, BGR.in, and Deccan Chronicle.
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Amritanshu MukherjeeSenior Digital Writer, Tech and Gaming
Amritanshu lives and breathes tech, cars, Formula 1, space stuff and everything that delivers an adrenaline rush. Since 2016, he converted his favorite hobby of going all gaga over iPhones and Lamborghinis into his profession; hence, you aren’t likely to be surprised upon checking his browser history. In his spare time, he loves to drive and explore food joints, but will somehow end up with a plate of Chicken Biryani and a big smile. He has previously written for Hindustan Times, India Today, BGR.in, and Deccan Chronicle.
Amritanshu MukherjeeSenior Digital Writer, Tech and Gaming
Amritanshu lives and breathes tech, cars, Formula 1, space stuff and everything that delivers an adrenaline rush. Since 2016, he converted his favorite hobby of going all gaga over iPhones and Lamborghinis into his profession; hence, you aren’t likely to be surprised upon checking his browser history. In his spare time, he loves to drive and explore food joints, but will somehow end up with a plate of Chicken Biryani and a big smile. He has previously written for Hindustan Times, India Today, BGR.in, and Deccan Chronicle.