Sunday, April 3, 2011

Top 5 Most Expensive Motorcycles In The World


Riding these most expensive motorcycles in the world will be a great pleasure for the one that like to ride a motorcycle. But when think about the price, We just can say that collecting motorcycle is also an expensive hobbies. So, enjoy these most expensive motorcycle in the world, maybe You can ride one of them someday
5. MV Agusta F4 CC : $135,270
This motorcycle was designed by Claudio Castiglioni, MV Agusta Director himself, in Varese Italy. He wanted to create a spectacular motorcycle to meet the marketing strategy as a version that is truly special and unique.
This motorcycle is using his initials “CC”. The motorcycle can reach 315 kms / hour. The engine capacity is 1078 cc and producing 198 PS power. Compared with MotorGP motorcycle, MV Agusta F4 CC clearly defeated.
So what makes it expensive? Each unit is given a platinum plate placed over the middle of the handlebars which shows the model number from 1 to 100. In this way, the owner has a special value, the exclusivity and the limited persons owned. This motor is also considered as a masterpiece of the company.

4. MTT Gas Turbine Superbike : $175,000
This is the motorcycle that start the popularity from Hollywood. For those who liked and seen the movie Torque, You can see there It’s MTT Turbine Superbike Gas.
This motorcycle is not only expensive, but also fast. The fastest motorcycle record on the Guinness World Book Record is held by this motor. Because of it this motorcycle is also called Most Powerful Motorcycle Ever to Enter Series Production.
In addition to the ‘celebrity’ in Hollywood, MTT also have different engines than any other motorcycle. This motorcycle use turbine engine Rolls Royce Allison 250 series, which are capable of producing power and torque of 320 @ 52.000 rpm and torque of 59 kg-m @2.000 rpm, 2-speed automatic transmission and the framework of aluminum. Weighing just 227 kg. According to MTT, the maker from Louisiana, if the engine is modified, the energy of this motorcycle can reach 420 PS and torque of 69 kg-m.
This motor covered carbon fiber fairing. Installed behind the camera, while in front is equipped with a laser radar eye. To start the engine, just touching the Smart Start button.


3. Macchia Nera Concept Bike:$202,905
From its name, the origins is already known. This motor use Ducati 998RS engine. The work of Italian designers and engineers who want to create a motor with very good technology, lightweight and expensive. The goal is to make this bike as the ultimate track bike with the concept: beautiful-simple and simple-beautiful.
Testastretta engine fitted in the framework made of lightweight metal, a mixture of titanium and aluminum. Viewed from the side, the framework looks like Macchia Nera ropes binding machines. Minimalist designed as a naked bike, but in terms of aesthetics considered admirable.
The motorcycle is not mass produced. However, if you want to have it, It can be ordered. Requirement is, of course, provide money of $202,905. People call this motorcycle as an expensive toy.

2. Ecosse Titanium Series RR Limited Edition: $250,000
Ecosse Titanium Series RR Limited Edition is so appreciated as because the whole chassis is made of titanium. So did the second muffler. The entire body is made of carbon fibers coated with varnish. The design is considered innovative and is made in limited numbers. It weighed 400 kgs.
Machines used, V2 capacity of 2150 cc, equipped with supercharger, intercooler and use fuel injection systems for fuel supply. The whole machine plated with a chrome for exclusive and shiny appearance. Energy produced is 200 PS with torque of 29 kgm.
Another technology that make it expensive is Shockbreaker that can be set and usually used for the Superbike. Front and rear brakes using a billet ISR with 12 canvass.
Other special features is soft and ergonomic saddle that adjustable, plus serial number engraved on handlebar clamps and plates. The wheels is also made of carbon fiber coated varnish. Another additional luxury accessories is BRM clock designed in accordance with the design and color of Ecosse titanium. 

1. Dodge Tomahawk V10 Superbike: $550,000
Introduced in 2003 by DaimlerChrysler. At that time, did not mention the price. However, the media estimates around 250,000 US dollars, because the cost of production per unit of 200,000 US dollars. However, Allpar.com official Dodge site  quoted Reuter news agency informed Neiman Marcus buy 10 units with a unit price of 550,000 US dollars.
For the engine, no one can beat him. Total capacity of 8.3 liter engine which consists of a cylinder with a configuration of 10 V. This machine is picked from the Dodge Viper supercar that are a pride of Chyrsler in the early 1990s.
Claimed can reach speeds of 640 kms / h with a total weight of 680 kg. The Uniqueness is having independent suspension 4-wheel. Both front and rear wheels mounted so that the configuration of tandem wheels similar to the ATV. Acceleration 0-96 km / h only 2.5 seconds (there are estimated at under 2 seconds). Motor reportedly may not be used on public roads! Because of it the status of this motorcycle is not so clear now.
Last year appeared replica made in China. Machines used 150 cc and is offered at a price of 1400 US dollars. The name is KMD Tron. Now also sold in the United States at a price of $ 1180.





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