Thought superbikes cost you an arm and a leg? Not if you buy them pre-owned. Since the wheel was discovered and put to rudimentary use, humans have only tried to go faster and faster. And many would agree that there's no better way to go fast than on a motorbike.

But the bikes on this list are no ordinary motorbikes. Also known as 1-liter motorcycles, superbikes are categorized as having engines that roar with the tune of at least 1,000 cc. They are aerodynamic and made as light as possible since their number one objective is speed.

For a superbike, the essence of the journey lies in the time it takes to cover the miles, and people with a need for speed would surely appreciate all that technology that goes into making one today.

Sadly, buying a brand new superbike can be an expensive proposition. This is why we have searched out some cool deals on some of the best second-hand superbikes for you, and there are many more like them as well. Here are 15 of the fastest superbikes you can buy for less than $15,000 on the second-hand market.

15 2015 MV Agusta F4: $13,999

2015 MV Agusta F4
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The MV Agusta F4 has been around since 1999 and production finally ended in 2018. Its speed topped at 195 mph because, at the time, there were no motorcycle road tires that could handle the full blast of its 1,000cc engine without shredding. It also happens to be one of the most beautiful newer bikes in the world, and you can get a 2015 model for $13,999 at Cycle Trader.

14 2017 Ducati 1299 Panigale S: $15,000

2017 Ducati 1299 Panigale S
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So this tops the price range at $15,000, but remember: it is a Ducati. And nothing says superbike more than a zippy Ducati. Named after the manufacturing town, the Panigale is pure Ducati perfection with a smart suspension to switch for different road demands, at top speeds of 174 mph. A 2017 model for $15,000 is a steal.

13 2017 BMW S1000RR: $13,899

2017 BMW S1000RR
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With clutchless upshifts and downshifts, and 198 horsepower on call, the BMW S1000RR is an absolute delight to ride for those left undisturbed by widowmaker speeds. Some models of the BMW S1000RR have been known to touch the 200-mph top speed mark, so getting a 2017 model for $13,899 is awesome.

12 2018 Suzuki GSX-R1000R: $13,999

2018 Suzuki GSX-R1000R
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With amazing brakes and updates that let you speed up and down faster while maintaining a superior road balance, the Suzuki GSX R1000R is quite the fast superbike ...and one that looks pretty amazing as well. Listed for $13,999 on Cycle Trader, a 2018 model, and its 186 mph top speed should keep most speedsters very happy.

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11 2017 Honda CBR 1000RR SP: $13,750

2017 Honda CBR 1000RR SP
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Also known as the Fireblade, the Honda CBR 1000RR has been in production since 2004 and not showing any signs of slowdown 'till now. The 2017 Honda SBR 1000RR SP2 edition had snazzier bodywork as well as new technological updates, like throttle-by-wire and traction control systems. And for $13,750, the SP2 will carry you as fast as 186 mph.

10 2018 Aprilia RSV4 RR: $13,000

2018 Aprilia RSV4 RR
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Owned by Piaggio, Aprilia has been churning out great motorcycles since 1945. The Aprilia RSV4 has been in production since 2008, though the RR model came out in 2016. With top speeds of 177 mph, this street-legal motorcycle of a 2018 model can be had for $13,000, which is a cool saving of more than $4,000.

9 2016 Yamaha YZF R1S: $10,999

2016 YAMAHA YZF R1S
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The Yamaha YZF R1 has been in production since 1998 and continues to be a crowd favorite when it comes to superbikes, mostly because of dedicated upgrades to technology and design. At 182 mph top speeds, this may not be the fastest bikes on our list, but it's one of the coolest. And considering the $10,999 for a 2016 model, we like it very much indeed.

8 2012 Ducati 1199 S Panigale: $14,999

2012 Ducati 1199 S Panigale
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Before the Ducati 1299 Panigale, there was the 1199 Panigale, produced from 2012 to 2014. At the time of its 2012 launch, it was supposed to be the world’s most powerful twin-cylinder motorcycle, promising speeds of 177 mph. You can have the 2012 model for $14,999, if you're a big Ducati fan.

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7 2013 MV Agusta F4 RR: $13,499

2013 MV Agusta F4 RR
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This 195mph superbike is mind-numbingly fast, featuring Marzocchi forks, Brembo brakes, cast wheels, and a rear Sachs shocker. A 2016 model could cost you in the $25,000-30,000 range, so this 2013 model at $13,499 is a no brainer. If you like them cheap and fast, and on two wheels, this is perfect.

6 2000 Bimota SB8R: $11,995

2000 Bimota SB8R
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The Bimota SB8R was the SB8K’s predecessor, and though it's fairly old, it has quite a few race wins under its belt. The almost-165 mph speed may not sound like much today, but in 2000, it was great shakes. At $11,995 for the 2000 Bimota SB8R, 165 mph still does not come cheap.

5 2014 KTM 1190 RC8 R: $12,900

2014 KTM 1190 RC8 R
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Being known for their dirt bikes and naked motorcycles, seeing a KTM superbike on this list may come as something of a surprise to you. But the KTM 1190 RC8 is a 1,000 cc+ motorcycle and KTM’s first-ever superbike design. Top speeds of 170 mph lend it further credibility, so a 2014 model priced at $12,900 is a great deal for a relatively new superbike.

4 2007 Ducati 1098 S: $14,000

2007 Ducati 1098 S
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Bikers love to say “Bikers don’t go gray. We turn chrome." And the same holds for Ducati superbikes. Even a 2007 model of the Ducati 1098 S, boasting top speeds of 174 mph can still fetch a decent price on the second-hand motorcycle market, with this model costing $14,000 with just 1,155 miles on it.

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3 2017 Erik Buell Racing 1190 RX: $9,500

2017 Erik Buell Racing 1190 RX
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Speedsters don’t always have to look towards the big brands, the Eric Buell Racing 1190RX more than suffices with a top speed of 180 mph, made possible with a 1190cc V-Twin engine that produces more than 185 horses. At $9,500 for an almost spanking-new 2017 model, this is the most affordable superbike on our list.

2 2017 Suzuki GSX-R1000: $14,699

2017 Suzuki GSX-R1000
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Just a step below the amped-up Suzuki GSX-R 1000R is the GSX-R 1000. While this one does not come with all the bells and whistles of the more expensive 1000R, it does boast traction control and LED lights, with a 146 mph top speed. Okay, it's maybe not the fastest, but 146 mph is no snail speed either, and you can be you'll find a pristine one for under 15 grand.

1 1998 Bimota SB6: $12,500

1998 Bimota SB6
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Being a 1998 model year means this superbike is the oldest in our list, and for many, the ultimate version of an old-school Bimota. At $12,500, it's not cheap either, especially for a bike that used Suzuki GSX-R engines, wrapped with handmade Italian crafting that tended to be a bit fickle. The handling was out of the world, though.

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