With countless bikes designed, produced, or remodeled each year, the possibilities available to many bike enthusiasts become endless. While most motorcycle manufacturers have tried to maintain a relatively affordable price for many of their bikes, they've also manufactured some of the most technologically advanced and high-performance bikes available on the market, which come at a pretty hefty price.
With major manufacturing names like Harley Davidson and Yamaha present in the automotive scene, the battle between these motorcycle-manufacturing titans for dominance over the market has brought us some of the most innovative and top-notch bikes this year, some with price tags only dedicated motorcycle enthusiasts are willing to pay. Here are 15 of the most expensive new motorcycles of 2020.
15 Suzuki GSX1300R Hayabusa - $15,000
The Suzuki Hayabusa has probably held the title of the world's fastest road-legal bike longer than any other motorcycle. It is a bike that's been under production for over two decades now and has gained the admiration of thousands of followers and enthusiasm, which led to the production of the 2020 GSX1300R.
The 1,340-cc liquid-cooled bike is known for its excellent handling and amazing stability when on the road. Able to reach 60 mph in just 3 seconds, there's no wonder this 200-hp beauty sells at a price of $15,000.
14 Yamaha YZF R1 - $17,000
Probably one of Yamaha's most iconic bikes is the R1. That's why it's no surprise that YZF R1 is one of the pricier bikes out there at the moment.
The 1000 cc bike able to reach a top speed of 182 mph has proved to be a sought after bike with over 2,100 units sold. The sleek design paired with the multiple improvements it received over its predecessors give it that price tag of $17,000.
13 Harley Davidson Low Rider S - $18,000
Selling over 100,000 units each year in the US alone, the brand is one of the top acquired bikes by motorcycle enthusiasts. And it's not hard to see as to why with a bike like the Low Rider S.
With a Milwaukee-Eight 114 engine, giving this cruiser bike the street-performance it needs, and a top speed of 120 mph, the Low Rider S maintains its decent handling despite being a fairly powerful bike, staying true to the comfortable experience Harley bikes provide.
12 Suzuki M109R B.O.S.S - $19,000
The Suzuki M109R Blacked Out Special Suzuki is definitely one of the brand's more unique designed bikes with an engine to match that clean curvy build the bike has. Where it lacks in speed seeing as how it is limited to 120 mph, it makes up for in performance and stability.
The 1,783 cc B.O.S.S is one of the more elegant bikes and features different quirks that give it its worth, such as a fairly generous fuel tank. And for a bike that weighs around 350 kgs and is fairly big in size, it is surprisingly comfortable with a spacious seat, and amazing pullback for better handling.
11 Triumph Tiger 1200 - $20,000
Triumph has certainly stepped up its game in the past few years, and the manufacturing of the Triumph Tiger is evidence of that.
The inline-3 of this 1,215-cc off-road beast gives out an impressive 145 hp alongside 91 lb-ft torque, making it fit for different terrain with the power it packs. And with the smooth transmission, comfortable seating, and features, the Tiger is definitely worth the $20,000 being put into getting one of these bikes.
10 Ducati Diavel 1260S - $22,000
There's a reason the name Ducati alone gives off a feeling of status and power, and it's simply because of bikes like the Diavel 1260S. Not only does it take on most roads given to it, but it does so with some of the best safety measures installed. But as far as the L-Twin engine that boasts a top speed of a terrifying 170 mph, it's hard to believe that this 1262 cc product is one of the safest available. Frankly, for or something that looks like THAT, 22 grand seems like a bargain.
9 Moto Guzzi Mgx-21 Flying Fortress - $23,000
The bike that has become the brand's most expensive model, is probably one of the most comfortable bikes you can get your hands on. Known for its durability and ability to endure long trips and journies, the Mgx-21 is a bike whose performance and abilities are paralleled by very few of its peers.
With very comfortable handling, and an exterior made of carbon fiber to give the bike a luxurious smooth design, it becomes clear why it takes $22,000 to own one of these beauties.
8 BMW K1600 GTL - $25,000
As one of the very few automotive manufacturers that has managed to produce both commendable cars and bikes, BMW has designed and created some of the most innovative and advanced bikes.
Being one of BMW's touring bikes, the K1600 GTL was designed to be lighter and more gas efficient than other BMW models, giving it the needed mobility and agility to travel faster. Despite weighing 350 kg, the 1,649 cc-6-cylinder in-line provides the GTL with 160 hp at 7,750 RPM, removing any shred of doubt concerning the bike's ability to take on most challenges it faces.
7 Triumph Rocket 3 - $26,000
It's rare to ever see bikes of the same caliber as Harley Davidson, but not for the Triumph Rocket 3 as it had no issue meeting the same standards if not exceeding of the Harley.
An inline-3 turning in a formidable performance with its 150 horsepower at 5,750 RPM is what it takes to run this bike. At 2,300 cc, this Rocket is able to reach a top speed of an estimated 145 mph, proving that it does more than just look good.
6 Honda Gold Wing Tour - $27,000
Very few Honda bikes have become as iconic with the brand as the Gold and Silver Wing. This touring motorcycle is a perfect example of why Honda has been able to sell hundreds of thousands of bikes all over the world.
The bulky yet sleek exterior this bike has with the aggressive edges it was given takes the design to a whole new level. Additionally, the interior is no less admirable, as the Japanese motorcycle is powered by a 1,833 cc flat-6, giving this bike a top speed of 140 mph.
5 Harley Davidson Road Glide - $29,000
There's little to say about Road Glide. Given Harley's iconic touring design alongside some defining touches, the Road Glide is a bike desired by a lot of people who enjoy those long cruises and road trips.
It's definitely not only the simplistic elegant design the bike has that gives it the hefty price of almost $30,000 dollars, but it's also the Milwaukee-Eight 107 engine hiding within this Harley that gives it most of its worth.
4 Kawasaki Ninja H2 SX SE+ - $32,000
Unlike the Kawasaki H2R that isn't suited for public roads, that comes at a much more expensive price of $55,000, the H2 SX SE+ is street legal, meaning you won't have to keep it in your garage 90% of the time.
The fearsome look it has to it is complemented by the fierce inline-4 that propels this bike to 205 mph, a speed not for the light-hearted. But the Kawasaki is more than just a bunch of metal that reaches insane speeds, as features like its electronic suspension control paired with its rider modes and resistance to scratches are what put it ahead of its competitors.
3 Ducati Panigale V4 R - $40,000
There's a reason the Ducati Panigale was the best selling superbike of 2019, selling 8,304 units of the model, and 53,004 Ducatis in total. Given a traditional track look with a few tweaks here and there, the Panigale V4 R is among the elite race bikes manufactured. With an engine that runs at a rotation of 11,500 rpm and able to produce a top speed of 270 mph, the bike satisfies even the most demanding adrenaline junkies all around the world.
2 Harley Davidson CVO Limited - $44,000
Performance and aesthetics weren't the only things taken into consideration when the CVO Limited was under production, but leisure and luxury as well were the key factors behind the CVO's design.
It was the little features such as gold leaf painting, iPod music players, GPS system, and so on that make up the CVO and give it an exceptional experience that a handful of bikes are able to provide. These additions though did not come at the expense of the bike's performance. The liquid and air-cooled 1,932 cc engine with a displacement of 117 cubic inches provide immense power and a top speed of 105 mph, with a minimal effort of 3,500 rpm when compared to other similar bikes.
1 MV Agusta Brutale 1000 RR - $45,000
Since the founding of the manufacturer back in 1945, MV Agusta has dedicated itself to manufacturing top-of-the-line vehicles and has done so for over half a century now. With a price tag of $45,000, one would settle with nothing less than near perfect, and that's what the Brutale is.
Reaching a top speed of over 186 mph thanks to its lightweight of 193 kg, and massive 1,000 cc engine running at 11,500 rpm with a torque of 83 lb-ft, the bike is nothing but pure power.