Average Motorcycles Top Speed? [125cc To 2000cc Motorcycle Chart]

The speed of a motorcycle's top speed is based according to displacement and the type of the motorcycle.

More than 10 kinds of motorcycles and they are all made to meet their needs.

Therefore, the maximum speed of the same 800cc bike between cruisers and sports.

In this article, I will go over how the top speeds averaged for motorcycles of all CCs.

So, how fast can an average motorcycle's top speed go?

A typical motorcycle can achieve a top speed of 70 mph or 150mph.

The speed at which the motorcycles will differ based on the CCs, horsepowers, and torque, among other things.

Average Motorcycles Top Speed? The following is the list of the top speeds for the most commonly used and well-known motorcycle displacements:

Motorcycle displacement	Speed at the top
125cc	60mph - 80mph (97 to 129 km/h)
250cc	70mph - 100mph (113 to  161 km/h)
300cc	85mph - 120mph (137 to 193 km/h)
600cc	135mph - 165mph (217 to 266 km/h)
800cc	135 mph - 175mph (217 to 282 km/h)
1000cc	limited to 186 mph (299 km/h)

The maximum acceleration of the commonly used and well-known motorcycle displacements is as follows:

Table of Contents

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• Table of top speed for motorcycles chart for CCs
• What is displacement of a motorcycle?
• 50cc Motorbike Top Speed
• Top speed of 100cc motorbikes
• What speed can a motorcycle with 125cc power travel?
• How fast is 150cc motorcycle go?
• What speed can a motorcycle with a capacity of 250cc go?
• What speed can 300cc motorbikes be?
• What speed can an engine of 400cc be?
• What speed can a 450cc motorbike travel?
• What is the speed of the 500cc motorbike?
• What is the speed of a 650cc-600cc motorcycle be?
• What is the speed the 700cc-750cc motorcycle go?
• What speed can the 900cc motorbike go?
• What is the speed the 1000cc motorbike be?
• What speed can a motorcycle with 1200cc be?
• What speed can a 1800cc motorcycle travel?
• What speed can an engine of 2000cc be?
• Factors that determine which motorcycle's Top speed is based
  • The weight of the bike
  • Types of motorcycles (Ergonomics)
  • Engines that are part of the motorbike
• Two-stroke vs Four-stroke engine
  • Two-stroke engine
  • Four-stroke engine
  • Numbers of cylinders
  • Weight of the motorbike (Rider, Pillion, Luggage)
• What Are the Fastest Street Legal Motorcycles in The World?
• Can A Motorcycle Hit 300 MPH?
• Can A Motorcycle Hit 250 MPH?
• Motorcycle Speed and Safety
• Conclusion

Table of top speed for motorcycles chart for CCs

The minimum amount of motorcycles with cc that is allowed to be used on highways is 50cc. Therefore, I'll start with the 50cc top speed and work my way up to the most powerful motorcycle built until today.

Motorcycle Displacement (CCs)	Speed of top (mph)
50cc	30mph - 50mph
100cc	50mph - 70mph
125cc	60mph - 80mph
150cc	60mph - 80mph
250cc	70mph - 100mph
300cc	85mph - 120mph
400cc	90mph- 130mph
450cc	85mph - 140mph
500cc	100mph - 120mph
600cc - 650cc	135mph - 165mph
700cc - 750cc	120mph - 175mph
800cc - 850cc	135mph - 175mph
900cc	90mph - 170mph
1000cc	90mph - 186mph
1200cc	90mph - 175mph
1800cc	105mph - 170mph
2000cc+	110mph - 250mph

What is displacement of a motorcycle?

Generally speaking, displacement of a motorcycle is the measurement of the size of the engine and is expressed as the cc (cubic centimeters cm3).

The top speed and acceleration of motorcycles are measured as CCs such as 500cc, 250cc, 600cc, 1000cc...

What is Motorcycle displacement?

Motorcycle displacement is the measurement of the volume that pistons move per cycle.

It's a method of determining the volume of an engine, for example, one cc is equal to 1mL. A 600cc motorcycle contains 600ml of volume.

The pistons of a motorcycle move upwards and downwards to create power by burning gas and air inside the cylinder.

The bigger the piston, the more air and gasoline it can burn simultaneously within the cylinder, which generates more power. This is the reason the larger engines, the more power.

However, this is only the case to a certain extent. For instance, the 650cc motorbike Kawasaki Ninja is 650cc and generates much more horsepower than a motorcycle with a capacity of 2000cc Yamaha VX 1900.

To determine the power or speed of the motorcycle, you cannot rely solely on the displacement.

There are many other factors to be considered, such as torque, horsepower power to weight ratio, etc.

You might also like the following: Fastest Dirt Bikes Top Speed In The World 

50cc Motorbike Top Speed

50cc motorcycles can easily go speeds of 30-50 mph. The maximum speed of 50cc is limited in mopeds and scooters. Therefore, it's possible to achieve a top speed of 60 mph using the restricted engine, but it is unrestricted. A 50cc engine can achieve speeds of up to 55mph.

Scooters and mopeds are popular in the 50cc motor range, to create cost-effective and eco-friendly vehicles.

50cc motorcycles are the entry point for a lot of people, as well as for students who are 16 years old or more.

The main benefit of 50ccc bikes is that they are light in weight and simple to handle. and can be used by anyone with no prior experience.

However, 50cc cars like scooters and mopeds aren't allowed on roads in the majority of states due to the limit on the speed of 30 mph.

The speed I've listed is 50cc. This also includes dirt bikes.

While dirtbikes can be faster than scooters, they're intended to be used off-road. They are not allowed to ride on roads.

I've put together the most popular 50cc motorcycles this year and their highest speed to give you the most accurate information.

50cc motorcycle model	Category	50cc top speed.
Honda CRF50F	trail bike	30mph
KTM 50 SX	motocross	45mph
Aprilia SX50	supermotard	50mph(restricted)
Yamaha TTR	trail bike	32mph
Lexmoto Aspire 50	geared moped	40 mph (restricted)
Aprilia R 50	sport moped	50mph
Derbi Senda X-Treme 50	enduro	50 mph (restricted)
WK Colt 50	learner-legal	45kph
Sherco SM 50	supermotard	50 mph (restricted)
Vespa Primavera 50	scooter/moped	40-50 mph (restricted)
Piaggio Zip 50	scooter	45mph (restricted)
Kymco Super 8 R	scooter	45 mph (restricted)

Top speed of 100cc motorbikes

Most 100cc bikes can attain a maximum speed of 45 to 60 mph (72 to 97 km/h).

Under ideal conditions, some models can reach slightly higher, up to 72 mph (116 km/h).

The Kawasaki KX100 can reach a maximum speed of 68mph, and most street-legal 100cc bikes are able to reach 60mph.

100cc motorcycles are not common in the USA or Europe. But they are very popular in emerging countries such as India. There are a lot of manufacturers that produce 100cc segments like Hero, Honda, TVS, Kawasaki, Bajaj, and many more.

100cc motorcycle model	High speed
Hero Splendor Plus	57 mph
Bajaj CT100	56 mph
HF Delux	56 mph
TVS sports	56 mph
Hero passion pro	56 mph
TVS Star city	56 mph
Honda XR100	55 mph
Kawasaki KX100	68 mph
Honda Shine 100	56 mph
Hero HF Deluxe	53 mph
TVS XL 100 Heavy Duty	43 mph (for light-duty utility use)
Bajaj Platina 100	56 mph

What speed can a motorcycle with 125cc power travel?

Motorcycles with 125ccc can achieve a maximum speed of 80mph (128 km/h). However, the speed average of motorcycles 125cc is 60mph to 75mph.

Kawasaki Ninja is one of the most powerful motorcycles of 125cc. It can reach a maximum speed of 80 mph (128 kilometers/h). A 125cc motorcycle produces about 10 to 15 horsepower and is powerful enough for a ride on the highways.

Motorcycles 125cc	Category	Speed at the top
Honda Rebel 125	Cruiser	60-65mph
KTM Duke 125	Naked/Street Bike	75mph
Husqvarna Svartpilen 125	Naked/Standard Bike	75 mph
Honda CBR125R	Sport Bike	70-75 mph
Kawasaki Ninja 125	Sport Bike	80 85 mph
Honda MXS125 Grom	Mini/Standard motorcycle	68 miles per hour
Aprilia RS 125	Sport Bike	75 mph
Yamaha MT-125	Naked/Street Bike	80 85 mph
Yamaha YZF R125	Sport Bike	80 mph
Suzuki GSX-R125	Sport Bike	70 - 75 mph
Sinnis Terrain 125	adventure bike	71 miles per hour
KTM RC 125	Sport Bike	80 miles per hour

How fast is 150cc motorcycle go?

A motorcycle with a 150cc capacity can attain a maximum speed of 84 mph (135 kilometers/h). The average top speed for 150cc motorcycles ranges from 60mph and 80mph.

150cc motorcycles have the power of 10hp to 18hp and can offer up to 1000 rpm. Let's discuss the 150cc bike's usefulness and its purpose.

150cc motorcycles are simple to handle and efficient in fuel consumption helps you save money. These bikes are efficient enough to be used for daily commutes and also for students who need a bike for their studies.

In addition, Yamaha R15 is the top sport motorcycle in the category that is a great example of the style, power, and a cost-effective bike. Unfortunately, R15 V3 is only available in India.

150cc motorbike	Speed at the top
Yamaha YZF R15 v3	84 miles per hour
TVS Apache RTR 160 4V	71 speed
Hero Xtreme 160R	72 mph
Suzuki Gixxer 150	71 mph
Yamaha MT-15	80 miles per hour
Suzuki Intruder 150	71 miles per hour
Honda CBR150R	68 mph
Yamaha R15 V4	87 mph

Yamaha YZF R15 v3

What speed can a motorcycle with a capacity of 250cc go?

A 250cc motorcycle is able to achieve a top speed of 100 - 105 mph. The average speed of 250cc bikes ranges from 70 - 100 mph. The 250cc motorcycles generate horsepower of between 15 and 25hp.

250cc motorcycles are thought to be the ideal choice for teenagers due to their strength. These bikes are a great option for beginners to start commutes or for shorter distances.

If you're interested in learning more about 250cc motorbikes, I suggest you go through my article in which I've discussed 250cc motorcycles with great detail.

250cc bike	Category	Speed at the top
Suzuki GSX250R	sport bike	85-88 miles per hour
Kawasaki Ninja 250	sport bike	100 - 105 miles per hour
Yamaha V-Star 250	cruiser	85 mph
Honda CRF250L Rally	dual-sport	80-83 mph
Kawasaki KLX250	Dual-Sport/Adventure	85 miles per hour
Yamaha YZF-R25	sport bike	96 miles per hour
Honda CBR250R	Standard/Street Motor	87-90 miles per hour
Suzuki GW250	Standard/Street Motor	85 miles per hour
Honda Rebel 250	Cruiser	70-75 miles per hour
Kawasaki Eliminator 250	Cruiser	75 miles per hour
Yamaha WR250R	Dual-Sport/Adventure	90 miles per hour

What speed can 300cc motorbikes be?

The top speed for a 300cc motorbike is 85 mph to 120 mph.

Yamaha YZF-R3 is one of the fastest 300cc motorcycles. It can reach a highest speed of 118mph (190 kilometers/h), and get 0-60 mph in 5.1 to 5.22 seconds.

300cc motorcycles can produce a horsepower between 25 and 40 HP.

If you're interested in learn more about the 300cc motorcycles than you can, then check out my article in which I've discussed the the 300cc bikes in greater detail.

300cc motorbike	Speed at the top
Yamaha YZF-R3	118 mph
Honda CBR300R	99 miles per hour
Royal Enfield Bullet 350	110 miles per hour
Kawasaki Ninja 300	113 miles per hour
Honda Rebel 300	85 95
Kawasaki Versys-X 300	104 miles per hour
TVS Apache RR310	102-103 mph
KTM RC 390	111 mph
Yamaha MT-03	108 mph
Benelli 302R	105 mph
KTM 390 Duke	104 mph
CFMOTO 300SS	87 mph
Suzuki GSX250R	85 mph

What speed can an engine of 400cc be?

A motorcycle with a capacity of 400cc can reach speeds of 118mph, while the typical top speed is between 90mph and 130mph. Kawasaki ZXR 400 is the most powerful 400cc motorcycle and can reach speeds as high as at 118 miles per hour.

It was among the first well-known motorcycles of the 400cc class in sportbikes. It first came out in 1989 and then discontinued in 1999.

If you're keen to learn more about the 400cc motorcycles I suggest you go through my article where I've talked about 400cc motorcycles in depth.

400cc Motorcycle	High speed
Kawasaki Ninja 400	112 - 124 miles per hour
Kawasaki Z400	112 miles per hour
Honda CB400F	103.8 miles per hour
Triumph Speed 400	90 miles per hour
Royal Enfield Himalayan	77.7 mph

 

What speed can a 450cc motorbike travel?

450cc motorcycle is capable of reaching the highest speed of 160mph. The average top speed for a 450cc bike is 85-140 mph. Kawasaki KX450F is among the fastest 450cc motorbike and has a speed of 123 miles/h (197 kilometers/h).

the top speed is 450cc.	Speed at the top
Honda CRF450R	87 miles per hour
Kawasaki Ninja ZX-4RR	145 - 150 miles per hour
CFMOTO 450 MT	90 mph
Suzuki DR-Z400S	90 mph
Kawasaki KX450	85 - 89 mph
Yamaha YZ450F	80 miles per hour
KTM 450 SX-F	123 miles per hour

What is the speed of the 500cc motorbike?

500cc motorcycles are capable of reaching the highest speed of 100 - 120 mph. The time required for 500cc motorcycles to go from 60-100 mph ranges from 7 to 10.0 seconds. A 500cc motorcycle produces between 45 and 60 horsepower and is equipped with two or more cylinders of a 4-stroke engine.

A typical 500cc motorcycle that is equipped with a single-cylinder produces 40 horsepower and a top speed of 100 miles per hour. The speed can be different based on the kind of motorcycle and the type of engine that is mounted on it.

I have talked about 500cc motorcycles in-depth. Learn more about 500cc motorcycles in depth.

500cc motorbike	High speed
Honda Rebel 500	95 - 111 miles per hour
Honda CBR500R	114 miles per hour
Honda CBR500F	112 mph
Harley-Davidson Street 500	80 - 93 mph
Benelli TRK 502X	102.5 mph
Benelli TRK 502C	99.4 - 108.7  miles per hour
Honda CB500X	113 - 115 miles per hour
Benelli Leoncino 500	105 - 109 miles per hour
Kawasaki Ninja 500	118 miles per hour
Suzuki GS500	110 miles per hour

What is the speed of a 650cc-600cc motorcycle be?

A 600cc motorcycle is capable of reaching the speed limit of 165mph (265.5 kilometers/h). The top speed for 600cc motorbikes ranges from 135 mph and 165 mph.

The fastest 600cc bike is the Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R, it has a top speed of 164mph.

600 CCs are thought to be the most popular size of engine for Japanese motorcycles. Kawasaki Ninja 650, has two cylinders and a horsepower of 11000 rpm, which produces 70 horsepower.

The Kawasaki ZX-6R comes with four pistons, a maximum engine speed of 15,500 RPM, and produces a power of 103 horsepower. This is the reason why Kawasaki ZX6R's performance is superior to Ninja 650.

600cc bike	Speed at the top
Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R	Speed 164 mph
Kawasaki Ninja 650	131 miles per hour
Kawasaki Vulcan S	117 - 118 mph
Suzuki GSX-R600	161 mph
Honda CBR 600RR	160.1 mph
Benelli TNT 600i	136.7 miles per hour
Yamaha YZF-R6	161.3 mph
Triumph Trident 660	127 - 130 mph
Suzuki SV650	124 - 134 miles per hour
Aprilia RS 660	147 miles per hour
MV Agusta F3 RR	149.1 miles per hour
Yamaha YZF600 Thundercat	145 miles per hour

What is the speed the 700cc-750cc motorcycle go?

A 700cc motorcycle is able to reach the speed limit of 120 - 175 miles per hour.

The 700cc model is slower than the 600cc since they are cruisers designed to be comfortable while riding. Therefore, the top speeds vary from 120mph to 175mph.

700cc bike	High Speed
Triumph Trident 660	127 - 131 mph.
Suzuki GSX-S750	120 miles per hour
Triumph Street Triple 765	150.4 miles per hour
Honda NC750X	Speed 125 miles per hour
Suzuki GSX-R750	175 miles per hour
BMW F 750 GS	118 100 mph
Harley-Davidson Street 750	110 - 115 miles per hour
Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R	175 miles per hour
Yamaha YZF-R7	139 miles per hour
Kawasaki Z750	138 miles per hour
Yamaha MT-07	130 miles per hour

What speed can the 900cc motorbike go?

A motorcycle with a 900cc capacity can reach a maximum speed of nearly 170 mph (Honda CBR900RR Fireblade). The top speed for motorcycles with 900cc motorcycle ranges from 90 mph to 170mph.

In general, cruisers or any motorcycles of this type have slower top speeds as compared to smaller-sized CCs.

For 900cc cruisers, their top speed can up to 100 mph. 

This means that you can see that even 600cc motorbikes are more powerful than those with 900cc.

As for 900cc high-performance supersport bikes, their top speed can reach to 170 mph.

However, I've clarified that only motorcycle displacement is not able to determine the speed at which it is best. It is not advisable to use CCs as the measure of the speed at which motorcycles can travel.

Motorcycle with 900cc capacity	High speed
Honda CBR900RR Fireblade (older model)	164 miles per hour
Kawasaki Z900	153-155 mph
Kawasaki Ninja 900 (GPZ900R)	151-158 mph
KTM 890 Duke	145-150 speed
Yamaha MT-09	135 mph
Yamaha Tracer 900	130 mph
BMW F900R	124 miles per hour
Triumph Tiger 900	120-125 mph
Triumph Bonneville T100	115 mph
Can-Am Ryker 900	111 mph (approx.)
Yamaha V-Star 950	90 mph (approx.)

What is the speed the 1000cc motorbike be?

A 1000cc motorcycle is capable of reaching the maximum speed of 186 mph (300 kilometers/hour). The speed of the 1000cc motorcycle can vary from 90 mph to 186 mph.

You may wondering, why the speed differes so large? Actually, it is because of the bike's design and intended purpose.

For cruisers with 1000cc, they may have a top speed around 90 mph.

While, a 1000cc high-performance superbikes can exceed 180mph.

Can they be higher in speed? Of course they can.

But, due to a "gentleman's agreement" among manufacturers, today's modern 1000cc superbikes are electronically limited to a top speed of 186 mph (300 km/h).

1000cc isn't a good motorcycle for novice riders since it requires lots of knowledge.

It is recommended that you try out a lower displacement motorcycle. If you can, you can attend a motorcycle class for safe riding.

Motorcycle 1000cc	High speed
Kawasaki Ninja H2R	249 mph (track only)
BMW M 1000 RR	189 mph
Honda CBR1000RR-R Fireblade	186 mph
Yamaha YZF-R1M	186 mph
Suzuki GSX-R1000R	189 mph
Kawasaki ZX-10R	186-189 mph
Kawasaki Ninja 1000	155 miles per hour
Kawasaki Versys 1000	136 - 140 mph
Ducati Scrambler 1100	130 miles per hour
BMW S 1000 XR	155 miles per hour
Kawasaki ZX-10R	186 miles per hour
Aprilia RSV4	186 miles per hour
BMW S 1000 RR	188 mph
The MV Augusta F4 1000 R	185 miles per hour

BMW S1000 XR

What speed can a motorcycle with 1200cc be?

Still, we will classify 1200cc motorcycles into 2 kinds.

Sportbikes and naked bikes in this class are engineered for high-performance and can achieve speeds well over 160 mph.

However, cruisers and adventure bikes prioritize comfort and versatility. A 1200cc cruiser or adventure bike typically only reaches top speeds between 90 and 130 mph.

1200cc motorbike	High speed
BMW K 1200 S	175 miles per hour
Ducati Monster 1200	162 miles per hour
Triumph Speed Triple 1200 RS	155-165 miles per hour
Indian FTR 1200	147 miles per hour
BMW R 1250 GS	124-139 miles per hour
Harley-Davidson Sportster S	137-143 miles per hour
Harley-Davidson Iron 1200	118 miles per hour
Triumph Bonneville Bobber	120 miles per hour
Triumph Scrambler 1200 XE	135 mph
Suzuki Hayabusa	194 mph (older ones)

What speed can a 1800cc motorcycle travel?

A 1800cc motorcycle is capable of reaching a maximum speed of 170mph (274 kilometers/hour). The top speed for 1800cc motorbikes ranges from 105 mph to 170 mph.

The majority of motorcycles that fall into the 1800cc class are touring and cruisers. This is the reason why the top speed of these motorcycles is lower in comparison to other CCs.

1800cc Motorcycle	Highest Speed
Yamaha V-Max	170 mph
Harley-Davidson FXDR 114	160 mph
Indian Challenger	125 mph
Honda VTX 1800	120 mph
Honda Gold Wing Tour	110 mph
Harley-Davidson Road Glide	105 mph
Indian Chieftain Dark Horse	115 mph
Triumph Thunderbird Storm	120 mph
Victory Freedom V-Twin (Victory Gunner)	130 - 135 mph
Suzuki M1800	125 - 137 mph
Suzuki Boulevard M109R	125 mph
Indian Roadmaster	115 mph

 

What speed can an engine of 2000cc be?

The top speed of 2000cc motorcycle is between 110 mph to 250 mph.

Cruisers and touring models with 2000cc class generally have 100 mph to 140 mph top speed.

Highly specialized or modified motorcycles in the 2000cc class are monsters. They can reach extreme levels, up to 250 mph.

These bikes often feature unconventional engine types and are built for a singular purpose: speed.

You might think that since the displacement of a motorcycle increases, so will the top speed.

But this is not always the case since it is completely dependent on the kind of motorbike it is.

You may find these 2000cc high displacement cruisers and touring motorcycles are slower than the 600cc models.

That's because, they are large and designed for comfortable driving and cruising. These bikes don't move at the speed of sports motorcycles that have a smaller displacement.

2000cc motorbike	High speed
MTT Y2K Superbike	227 mph
MTT 420RR	250 mph+ (claimed)
Triumph Rocket 3	140-146 mph
Kawasaki Vulcan 2000	125 mph
Harley-Davidson CVO Road Glide ST	125 mph
Harley-Davidson Road Glide	125 mph
Harley-Davidson Street Glide	125 mph
Kawasaki VN 2000 (Vulcan 2000)	124 - 125 mph

Triumph Rocket-iii

Factors that determine which motorcycle's Top speed is based

There is a myriad of factors that affect how fast motorcycles go however, in this list I've focused on the main ones:

The weight of the bike

The most important factor that influences the speed of a motorbike is its weight. bike itself. Many manufacturers are working to trim off the mass of their motorcycles. Every year they introduce an update to their model. The most important message is how much lighter than it was before, but without sacrificing performance.

To reduce the weight of the motorcycle, the majority of the components have been replaced by lightweight and more durable parts which can reduce the weight.

Therefore, if you're trying to achieve the highest speed, you should be aware of the motorcycle's weight. This is the reason why most sports bikes are built to be lightweight.

Tourer and cruiser motorcycles are heavier, which makes them slower than sports motorcycles regardless of the fact that their displacement is greater.

If you purchase an engine that is lightweight, it is possible to reach the speed that is the highest of heavier ones using an identical engine setup.

Types of motorcycles (Ergonomics)

The third most important aspect that influences the speed of motorbikes is the types of.

It is likely that you have noticed that sport motorcycles are more efficient than cruisers and unadorned. The main reason is the design of their chassis and engine.

It's all due to the diverse body designs of the motorbike and ergonomics.

Here is a table about the main motorcycle types and their typical top speed:

Motorcycle Type	Typical Top Speed	Popular Models
Cruiser	100-130 mph	Harley-Davidson Street Glide; Indian Chief; Yamaha VMAX
Sportbike	160-220 mph	Yamaha YZF-R1; Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R; Suzuki GSX-R1000; Honda CBR1000RR
Touring	100-120 mph	Honda Gold Wing; BMW K1600GTL; Harley-Davidson Electra Glide
Naked Bike	100-150 mph	BMW F900R; Ducati Monster 1200; Yamaha MT-09; Kawasaki Z900
Adventure/Touring	120-150 mph	BMW GS Adventure; Suzuki V-Strom 1000; Ducati Multistrada 1260
Standard/Street	90-120 mph	Honda CB750; Kawasaki Z650; Suzuki SV650; Yamaha FZ-09
Dirt Bike/Enduro	80-100 mph	Honda CRF450R; Yamaha YZ450F; Kawasaki KX450; Suzuki RM-Z450
Cafe Racer	100-140 mph	Triumph Thruxton; Ducati Sport 1000 Biposto; Yamaha XJR1300
Chopper	80-110 mph	Orange County Choppers; Custom Built Choppers; West Coast Choppers
Electric Motorcycle	100-200 mph	Zero SR/F; Harley-Davidson LiveWire; Energica Ego

In the field of ergonomics, the position of the handlebar also is a crucial factor in its positioning, and it can influence the speed of the motorcycle.

If you've noticed then every racing or sports motorcycle has an aggressive, forward-leaning riding position.

At speed the position of the super and sports sport motorcycle allows the aerodynamics to remain stable and allows the air not to get obstructed to speed.

When you examine cruisers and heavy touring motorcycles, you'll find that they're slower than sports even though their engines are larger.

Make sure to look over the design of the frame and the windshield to ensure you get the highest speed of your motorcycle.

 

Engines that are part of the motorbike

Engine on the motorbike

The final and most important aspect that determines the overall motorcycle's efficiency and performance is the engine itself. Since we are discussing the speed of a motorcycle's top speed and top speed, we must also look at the cylinders and strokes.

Because even if it is identical, if the strokes and cylinder's configuration differ, the overall performance, as well as the speed and endurance of the engine, is affected.

Since I don't want be boring you with the details of engine specs So I'll provide a brief overview in order to assist you with the first decisions and understand how they affect performance.

The first step is to discuss the strokes of an engine, then we'll discuss the cylinder's configuration on the motorcycle.

 

Two-stroke vs Four-stroke engine

To begin, let me say that the stroke isn't an engine-type motorcycle. It's just a model of engine used for the automotive engines of cars, motorcycles, and so on.

We have two kinds of engine designs that are two strokes as well as Four strokes. Let's discuss it in detail and learn the ways it affects the performance of motorcycles.

Two-stroke engine

Two-stroke engines have more RPM and speed than Four-stroke engines. Therefore, two-stroke engines are more powerful than Four-stroke engines.

If you're looking to speed up your speed, Two-stroke engines offer greater speed and RPM over the comparable cc using the design of a Four-stroke cylinder.

One thing to remember this is that two-stroke engines are more expensive and less reliable. They are also less durable than Four-stroke engines.

In addition the two-stroke engine begins to shake and produce an ominous sound when you drive at a high speed.

Two-stroke engines cause lots of pollutants by releasing burned fuel and oil in the air more than four-stroke.

 

Four-stroke engine

While Four-stroke engines aren't the same speed as a Two-stroke engine, it does have additional advantages.

Four-stroke engines are more durable, reliable as well as efficient than a two-stroke ones. It generally is quieter than two-stroke engines, which makes it more environmentally friendly.

In general, four-stroke engines contain more components than two-stroke engines so it's expensive as well as maintenance expenses are higher.

Four-stroke engines don't need pre-mixing of fuel and oil as do two-stroke engines. Additionally Four-stroke engines are eco-green because they don't release burned oil into the air or release burnt fuel as Two-stroke engines do.

So, the conclusion is that you should opt for the Two-stroke engine when you are seeking speed. If you're seeking durability, reliability, and efficiency, choose four-stroke engines.

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Numbers of cylinders

Cylinders constitute the engine's power source. the engine. They are the area where fuel is ignited and then turns into power.

It is the number of engines that directly influences how fast and the RPM speed of the bike. A motor that has more cylinders will provide more power and performance than those with fewer cylinders.

However, the more cylinders are used, the greater fuel consumption is likely to rise. In the same way the engine that has fewer cylinders is likely to be efficient on fuel.

If your main goal is to speed up, opt for larger cylinder motorcycles such as four-cylinder engines. It is also possible to choose fewer cylinder motors when you're seeking a fuel-efficient bike.

 

Weight of the motorbike (Rider, Pillion, Luggage)

The final thing you need to be aware of is the light that is present on your motorcycle. It is also a reason (not an enormous one) that can hinder your highest speed.

If you're worried about speed, ensure that you have much as you can in your luggage in case you're planning to go on an extended ride. In addition, be sure you ride in a group when you're worried about speed.

I think that achieving the highest speed of any motorbike is mostly required by racers. However, for the regular motorcyclist whose goal is to enjoy the ride and enjoying the experience. In that case, the variance in speed doesn't matter as much.

What Are the Fastest Street Legal Motorcycles in The World?

The following table shows you a list of the fastest street-legal motorcycles:

Motorcycle Model	Fastest speed
Kawasaki Ninja H2R	249 mph (legal in some places)
Kawasaki Ninja ZX-14R	240 mph
Mtt Turbine Superbike Y2K	227 mph
Lightning LS-218 (electric)	218 mph
Ducati Superleggera V4	202 mph
Ducati 1199 Panigale R	200 mph
BMW S1000RR	199 mph
Ducati Panigale V4 R	199 mph
Suzuki GSX1300 R Hayabusa	194 mph
BMW M 1000 RR	192 mph
Aprilia RSV4 1100 Factory	190 mph
Honda CBR1100XX Super Blackbird	190 mph
Suzuki Hayabusa	186 mph
Yamaha YZF-R1M	186 mph

Can A Motorcycle Hit 300 MPH?

No street-legal motorcycle can hit 300 MPH yet, but some special racing bikes have gotten close, even gone over that speed.

Right now, the record is held by the Ack Attack, a super-streamlined bike that hit 376.363 MPH (605.69 km/h)  back in 2010.

They set that record on the Bonneville Salt Flats because the conditions there are great for going super fast. (Source: Wikipedia)

Those bikes are seriously tweaked for speed and to stay stable, so you can't just ride them around town.

Your average fast bike, like a Ducati Panigale V4 or a Kawasaki Ninja H2, tops out around 200-220 MPH.

To get a motorcycle to 300 MPH, you'd need some crazy engineering, a ton of safety stuff, and a super controlled area. It's not something you could just do on your daily ride.

Can A Motorcycle Hit 250 MPH?

Yes, some crazy motorcycles can hit 250 MPH, but your everyday bike can't.

MTT 420RR has claimed that it can reach 250+ mph.

The Ducati Panigale V4 and Kawasaki Ninja H2 are super quick, but they only go around 200-220 MPH.

If you want to hit 250 MPH, you need a special, record-setting machine.

The Mondo and Top 1 Ack Attack are designed for that and have gone past 250 MPH. They're built with special designs, engines, and tires to make them super fast.

Motorcycle Speed and Safety

Safety is always the first important thing when riding motorcycle.

When you are riding, remember to find a balance between speed and safety.

Will reducing speed definitely prevent motorcycle accidents? Not necessarily.

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration(NHTSA) conducted a study in the 1980s. According to their data, the average pre-accident speed for more than 900 motorcycle accidents was only 29.8 mph.

That means most motorcycle accidents occurred when the rider was traveling only 30 mph.

In addition, the study showed that the average impact speed for motorcycle accidents was 21.5 mph.

What about motorcycle accidents caused by high speeds?

Only one in every 1,000 motorcycle accidents occurred at a speed of about 85 mph.

This result should be shocking and unexpected.

While, the pre-accident speed of motorcycle accidents is low. But, speeding is always the first reason of motorcycle accidents.

Here is part of the report data released by NHTSA:

"...Thirty-two percent of all motorcycle riders involved in fatal crashes in 2017 were speeding, compared to 18 percent for passenger car drivers, 14 percent for light-truck drivers, and 7 percent for large-truck drivers..."

You can see, a large portion of motorcycle accidents occur at high speeds. When they are happening, they always result in hurt and death.

In fact, the real data may be more serious than this. Because, NHTSA stipulates that an accident is considered speeding only if the record shows one of the following two situations:

• The police officer concluded that driving too fast for road conditions, racing or traveling in excess of the posted speed limit was a contributing cause of the accident.
• The motorcycle rider was subsequently charged with a speeding-related offense.

In other words, the data investigated by NHTSA only considers information from police reports and court records.

If the police report and court records do not indicate any of the above, speed is unlikely to be a factor.

Remember the following tips when you are riding in speed:

• Pay attention to and identify motorcyclists and other vehicles in traffic.
• Do not infringe on the right of way of motorcyclists.
• Do not ride distracted.
• Slow down when turning and pay attention to road conditions.
• Control your speed when driving on roads with low visibility.
• Drive carefully and reduce speed when encountering dangerous road conditions.
• Slow down when lane splitting.

Conclusion

In this article, I've thoroughly reviewed each motorcycle's displacement and were able to determine the typical top speed of a motorcycle.

The typical speed of a motorcycle can vary from 70 mph up to the 158-mph mark. The most well-known motorcycles range from 125cc-1000cc.

Here is the top speeds of the most popular motorbike displacements (CCs) These are:

• Motorcycle 100cc: 50mph - 70mph
• Motorcycle 125cc: 60mph - 80mph
• 150cc motorcycle speed: 60mph - 80mph
• 250cc bike top speed: 70mph and 100mph
• 300cc motorbike top speed: 85mph - 120mph
• 400cc motorbike top speed: 90mph - 130mph
• 500cc motorbike top speed: 100mph - 120mph
• 600cc Motorcycle speed: 135mph - 165mph
• 700cc Motorcycle speed: 120mph - 175mph
• 800cc Motorcycle speed: 135mph - 175mph
• 900cc Motorcycle speed: 90mph - 170mph
• 1000cc Motorcycle speed: 90mph - 186mph
• 1200cc Motorcycle speed: 100mph - 186mph

(Updated Oct 25th, 2025) Richard R

With over 10 years of experience working on cars and trucks Item Training Supervisor Richard Reina is known around the office as one of our technical experts & real an "automobile person".

His rate of interest began, in his very own words, "at the age of two when his father educated him the distinction in between a Chevy and a Ford. Since then it's been cars regularly."

As a serious lover of practically all things with a motor Richard can address nearly any kind of inquiry related to car upkeep, fixing, or restoration & is a fact professional in electric motor background.