While many people find solace in their typical daily drivers and their monotonous commutes, so many more people are intoxicated by the need for speed and feeling the wind rush past them. Motorcyclists are vitalized by feeling their bikes rumble down the road and the noise from their engines pound in their chest.
Every motorcyclist has their preference when it comes to their bike, but we found ten of the fastest American and European cruiser motorcycles to get you dreaming about your next ride.
9 Fast European Cruiser: Triumph Rocket 3 TFC
The Rocket 3 has enough power to get any adrenaline junkie's heart racing. While setting records, this bike can go from 0-60mph in only 2.73 seconds and has leading stats across the board with its 2500cc engine, 163lbs of torque, and an incredible 165hp.
Triumph also gave this bike a light-weight aluminum frame for easy handling and maneuverability to keep you comfortable while riding all day long. This bike is nothing but pure perfection, but that's no surprise due to the company's long-standing history of performance.
8 Fast American Bike: Chevy Boss Hoss
For speed enthusiasts, the Boss Hoss is seen as a perfect choice with one of the most powerful motorcycle engines being made. This cruiser offers 563 horsepower along with 545lbs of torque from a 6,200cc displacement engine. This speed demon reaches a top rate of 185mph and goes from 0 to 62 in 1.5 seconds.
While the weight of a small block might seem daunting, the Boss Hoss comes with exceptional suspension and a wide base for support during one of the smoothest rides imaginable.
7 Fast European Cruiser: Ducati's XDiavel
Ducati has a wide line up of bikes dating bad to the mid-40s, and they've accepted nothing but excellence when it comes to their products. Their latest XDiavel is no exception to this rule. The XDiavel has a 1262cc engine hitting up to 152hp and a 93lb torque taking you quickly up to speeds of 150mph.
And it's said to fit like a tailored suit due to the wide handlebar, further forward footpegs, and its' superior seat positioning. This is the bike that every biker would love to ride.
6 Fast American Bike: FA13 Combat Bomber
When looking for an aggressive, rugged, and handcrafted aluminum-framed bike that can reach high speeds, there's no more searching after the FA-13 Combat Bomber. The V-Twin 4-stroke engine put in the FA-13 is Combat's most powerful motor produced.
This bike has a 2,163cc engine with 147hp and 160lb torque that can swiftly take you to 165mph. 25 years of passion and 800 hours of machinery go into custom making this a ride specifically for the cruiser so that the experience doesn't cause exhaustion but exhilaration and excitement.
5 Fast European Cruiser: BMW NMoto Inc. Nostalgia
BMW is long known for creating beautiful, reliable rides. With their newest Nostalgia, they're hitting us with a blast from the past. This bike is based on one of their oldest creations, the 1934 BMW R7, but don't let that fool you. BMW reinvented this bike with an aluminum frame and a 1170cc boxer engine with 110hp.
This bike can reach a breath-taking top speed of 140mph. BMW also gave this bike all the creature comforts such as keyless ignition, Brembo calipers, another 96 hand-crafted parts, and more to make you feel right at home on this cruiser.
4 Fast American Bike: Indian Roadmaster
The Indian Motorcycle Company was founded in 1901 and was a leader in early advancements for motorcycle technology. The newest Indian Roadmaster is no exception when compared to the company's long history of excellence. They furnished the 2021 Roadmaster with a 1,890cc engine that will produce 92hp and 126lb of torque.
Indian paid attention to every detail to ensure the motorcycle meets every need. You not only get the speed, but this cruiser also gives you high-end amenities, telescopic fork suspension, and Metzeler Cruisetec tires for an exciting, tranquilizing ride down the road.
3 Fast European Cruiser: Midual Type 1
The figurehead of inventing the Type 1, Oliver Midey, spent over 20years designing this cruiser. The Midual Type 1 is a remarkable engineering masterpiece that brings you a futuristic bike designed from hardware and leather to craft a one of a kind experience.
Type 1 has the innovative 4-stroke flat twin-engine design that is a 1,036cc displacement engine that produces 104hp and 73lb of torque making it as fast as greased lightning. The motorcycle was impressive enough to be the first bike showcased at the Pebble Beach Concept Lawn in 2014.
2 Fast American Bike: Harley-Davidson Sport Glide
The 2020 Harley-Davidson Sport Glide made its debut for cruisers and those with long-distance touring in mind with its relaxed riding position on a low seat and with a forward set of footpegs. But, this Harley also enters the world of those with a craving to go full throttle.
The Sport Glide has a Milwaukee-Eight 107 engine with 86hp and 107lbs of torque to whisk you away 10% faster than other Davidson engines. With speed, comfort, and price in mind for riders, the Sport Glide hits a trifecta of points.
1 Fast European Cruiser: Moto Guzzi MGX 21
The Moto Guzzi California 1400 was brought back to life in a sportier, sleeker MGX 21. The MGX 21 dons carbon fiber inlays, panels, and guards to provide a polished look, and the electronic driving aids that the MGX has makes for a smooth, relaxed ride.
This Moto Guzzi has a 1380 cc engine that gets you to 96hp and up to 89ft of torque, however, don't dismiss this yet. This motorcycle is good enough to catch the eye of award-winning Keanu Reeves.