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IN PICS: Top 10 SEXIEST superbikes on Indian roads
Mansi Malhotra loves her bikes. She takes a look at some of the hottest superbikes on Indian roads today.
India is currently the centre of attention for the entire world. The automobile manufacturers aren't any different. With the ever growing economy, the superbikes have finally found their buyers in India and in fact the bikes are being custom made just to suit the Indian needs and roads.
These bikes are finally getting their due in India. Apart from delivering exorbitant speed and power, a large engine, stunning looks and stupendous price, a Superbike is the bike that commands respect. These are the bikes which every man fantasises about and every girl wishes that her man would own. These are the bikes that are the source of envy for all onlookers.
Let's vroom then through our list of top 10 superbikes in India for 2012.
Note: The sound of a Harley or a speed of a Ducati... Superbikes are something which pictures can never truly justify. These machines are beauties that one needs to see to believe.
Whether or not you give consent to Bikedekho.com's top 10 (use the message board below to express your opinions) these bikes are amongst the best superbikes that the world of motorcycles has to offer.
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IN PICS: Top 10 SEXIEST superbikes on Indian roads
10. Suzuki Intruder M1800R
To start with, at number 10 is the Suzuki Intruder. With looks of a Black Panther, this lean machine demands authority.
With the powerful engine of 1783 cc with a power of 128 bhp it can reach from 0-60 kmph in matter of 2.1 seconds.
Luxury comes at a price and luxury of Suzuki Intruder comes at a hefty price of Rs 13.25 lakh approximately.
The Intruder, which can zip up to 209 kmph, is a powerful cruiser that can make anyone fall in love with it in just a glance.
IN PICS: Top 10 SEXIEST superbikes on Indian roads
9. Harley Davidson Iron 883
At number 9 is the Harley Davidson Iron 883. American motorcycle manufacturer, known for its distinctive style, design and performance brought in (as HD put it) the Iron 883 the 'Pure Harley-Davidson, no frills', in India at a price of Rs 6.60 lakh.
This rugged 883 cc beast from the house of Harley has an engine torque of 69 Nm at 3500 rpm.
Though these bikes aren't much known for their speed but the respect that these bikes command is second to none.
IN PICS: Top 10 SEXIEST superbikes on Indian roads
8. Ducati Monster 796
Ducati 796 takes the eighth position in the list of top 10 superbikes.
Ducati Monster 796 in India comes with 803cc. It is capable of zooming 0-100 in 5.5 seconds.
It has a power of 87 bhp at 8250 rpm and can zip at 201 kmph.
The impressive superbike, at Rs 9.17 lakh approximately, is an Italian beauty that can make one go down on the knees in front of it.
IN PICS: Top 10 SEXIEST superbikes on Indian roads
7. Harley Davidson Fat Boy
We have Harley Davidson Fat Boy on the seventh position.
The Fat Boy at the Rs 19.45 lakh is from the portfolio of the iconic American motorcycle company, Harley Davidson.
The super cool and super stylish Fat Boy is a special blend between power and classic touch.
The beast has a displacement of 1690 cc and a whooping torque of 132 Nm at 3250 rpm.
The Fat Boy is luxury at the best.
IN PICS: Top 10 SEXIEST superbikes on Indian roads
6. Yamaha YZF R1
At number six we have Yamaha YZF R1, which is riding fine on the Indian roads, at Rs 14.15 lakh approximately.
It is a synonym for performance and controllability with a displacement of 998 cc, 189 bhp and 115.5 Nm.
The top speed of this deadly superbike is 285 kmph.
The bike has aggressive and no nonsense looks that would make you want the bike even more because once tamed, it can give incomparable riding pleasure.
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5. Hyosung GT 650
Hyosung GT 650, at the price of Rs 4.75 lakh approximately, is on number 5.
It is a dynamic bike with killer looks, displacement of 650 cc, top speed of 200 kmpl and power of 72.6 bhp.
GT 650 is all in all a sports bike which accelerates 0-100 kmph within 6 seconds. The Korean manufacturer Hyosung, brought in India by Garware Motors, is impressive and has looks that can make anyone drool.
IN PICS: Top 10 SEXIEST superbikes on Indian roads
4. Kawasaki Ninja 650R
The excellent all round performance bike from the stables from Kawasaki Ninja 650R, sits at the number 4.
With Kawasaki brand name, price of Rs 4.57 lakh approximately, Ninja 650R is a real catch.
It is a 649 cc displacement which helps deliver a 42 kmpl mileage, top speed of 176 and it accelerates 0-100 kmpl in 8.1 seconds.
It is a handsome machine which lures one to lay hands on it by all means... be it beg, borrow or steal.
IN PICS: Top 10 SEXIEST superbikes on Indian roads
3. Suzuki GSX R1000
At number three, we have the 999cc Suzuki GSX R1000.
The bike has a power of 185 bhp and a top speed of spectacular 299 kmph.
It can zoom from 0 to 60kmph in a matter of 2.07 seconds. It is a superbike that would surely leave one awe struck.
Luxury and speed and superbikes, they come at a price and the price of this beauty is Rs 13.75 lakh.
But when it comes to a bike of this caliber, it's a small price to pay... Agree?
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2. Honda CBR 1000RR
At number two, we have the Honda CBR 1000 RR.
The impressive motorcycle is comfortable and easy to handle. With a 999 cc engine displacement the bike is capable of delivering 178 bhp of power.
The price tag on the Honda CBR is Rs 14.6 lakh approximately.
The bike can accelerate from 0 to 60 km in 2.13 seconds.
With looks to die for, unmatched comfort while riding and steering, Honda CBR is a super bike with super features.
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1. Suzuki Hayabusa
And topping our list of the top 10 superbikes in India is the Suzuki Hayabusa.
The ever superb bike from Suzuki is a synonym for superbikes. It is a 1340cc bike which has seductive sporty looks that can make one gawk at the bike endlessly.
It has unbelievable looks which can make anyone crave for the super classy Hayabusa.
The bike rushes from 0 to 100 in merely 3.35 seconds which is a commendable feature and the one of the many reasons behind why the bike is as popular as it is.
It is priced at an exorbitant Rs 13.25 lakh.