This 194-mph machine ended the speed wars by forcing a global truce that capped all future production motorcycles.

With a top speed of 178 mph, the Honda CBR1000XX is still one of the fastest bikes around, but other manufacturers wouldn't let its record stand.

Yamaha, the popular Japanese bike manufacturer, is known for making some really fast bikes. However, it has never held the title of the fastest bike in the world like Suzuki, Honda, or Kawasaki.

When it comes to buying a new touring motorcycle, outright speed isn't as much of a priority as it is if you're in the market for a high-octane superbike. For the former segment, comfort and ...

All the way through the 80s and 90s, the Japanese manufacturers became obsessed with speed. This led to the development of several impressive sports bikes, all with a single-minded focus on being the ...

The Japanese "big four," Honda, Yamaha, Suzuki, and Kawasaki, have been battling for motorcycle dominance since the 1950s, producing ever faster and better superbikes. Each of these companies has its ...

A dirt bike can traverse just about any type of terrain thanks to the gnarly torque and beefy tires. Street bikes, on the other hand, offer speed, comfort, and maneuverability, allowing for easy ...