Why are bikes important?
In GTA Online bike are important for numerous reasons:
1. Speed and Handling: Bikes are oftentimes faster than cars as they are quite easy to maneuver through traffic and various tight spaces with ease regardless of player skill.
2. Cost Effective: 90% of Online bikes are a lot less expensive than high-end cars, providing a cost-effective means of travel around the maps for new/returning players.
3. Special Abilities: There are few motorcycles in Online servers, like the Oppressor MK2, that come with special features like rocket boost making them shine in missions, heists, and combat situations.
What are the Fastest Bikes?
As of 2024, the fastest bikes in GTA Online are able to reach top speeds that previously only planes, jets, and weaponized vehicles could reach. Unfortunately, Rockstar Games has only implemented HSW (Hao’s Special Works) to one motorcycle but with just that one implementation, the HSW bike is now one of the top 5 fastest vehicles in the entire game.
10. Gargoyle
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What is the Gargoyle
The Gargoyle is a GTA V motorcycle featured in GTA Online. This Bike has a distinctive and rugged appearance designed to resemble a chopper bike. The Gargoyle is known for its very unique handling and off-road capabilities making it a suitable choice for most terrains and bike races.
The Western Gargoyle has an amazing top speed for a chopper style motorcycle that is perfect for new players. Not too many performance and visual upgrades are available so getting the optimal specs won't be too difficult to install.
What we love about the Gargoyle
The Gargoyle has a unique and distinctive design with a very rugged appearance that stands out among other motorcycles, even those of a similar type. Another key feature we GTA players love is the versatility it has, the speed, handling, and offroad traction lost is so well done leisurely and competitive rides will be amazing.
Gargoyle Stats
- Top Speed of 125 mph
- Around Cutting Corners GP, the Gargoyle has a lap time of 1:02.628.
How to get the Gargoyle
The Gargoyle can be purchased in GTA Online from Southern S.A. Super Autos and Arena War website for a base price of $120,000.
9. Vortex
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What is the Vortex
The Vortex is another raceable motorcycle in GTA Online that was introduced as part of the Cunning Stunts DLC, The best GTA Online DLC (my opinion). The Vortex has a futuristic design that features a sleek body kit and framework that can only be found on older GTA V vehicles.
The Vortex has decent top speed for an older sports bike with the handling of a modern drag bike, this can be perfect for players looking to ease into competitive racing. Not too many performance and visual upgrades are available so getting the optimal specs is quite easy to recreate (max everything except suspension).
What we love about the Vortex
The Vortex has a custom design that comes off as very futuristic, players say this makes driving around Los Santos feel like a Judge Dredd movie. It is almost guaranteed that driving around the map will make you stand out, especially among the newer motorcycles.
Vortex Stats
- Top Speed of 115.8 mph
- Around Cutting Corners GP, the Vortex has a lap time of 1:01.028.
How to get the Vortex
The Vortex can be purchased in GTA Online from Southern S.A. Super Autos website for a base price of $356,000.
8. Akuma
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What is the Akuma
The Akuma is the third motorcycle on this list and one of the first motorcycles in GTA V making this 2013 sports bike a one-of-a-kind legacy vehicle. The Akuma is known for its high speed and agile handling that for many years kept it high up in the competitive scene.
The Akuma since launch has been one of the cheapest fast vehicles players could buy and with the current prices of vehicles starting off at $1 million, getting a cheaper alternative for a slightly slower speeds is a very tempting offer for new and old players alike.
What we love about the Akuma
The Akuma is popular among the player base for its exceptional acceleration, top speed, and cornering ability, placing it as one of the fastest bikes in the entire game. Having an easily accessible top tier vehicle is something all GTA players strive to own, and the Akuma motorcycle has you covered.
Akuma Stats
- Top Speed of 121.3 mph
- Around Cutting Corners GP, the Akuma has a lap time of 58.892.
How to get the Akuma
The Akuma can be purchased in GTA Online from Southern S.A. Super Autos website for a base price of $9,000.
7. Hakuchou
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What is the Hakuchou
The Hakuchou is the most popular stunt bike in GTA Online known for its top speed and superb handling in the air and on land. The Hakuchou has a very sleek and sporty design very reminiscent of the old Japanese bikes in the 80s, the peak of motorcycle ingenuity.
The Hakuchou since launch has been a solid pickup for most players due to its competition against other top tier motorcycles. The hakuchou is another relatively cheap bike that can go fast while maintaining top speed around tight corners.
What we love about the Hakuchou
The Hakuchou is not only loved because of its high-speed performance, sleek design, and agile handling but its versatility. The Hakuchou, whether used in races or for general transportation, has the optimal balance of speed and handling all players will appreciate.
Hakuchou Stats
- Top Speed of 134 mph
- Around Cutting Corners GP, the Hakuchou has a lap time of 1:00.760.
How to get the Hakuchou
The Hakuchou can be purchased in GTA Online from Southern S.A. Super Autos website for a base price of $82,000.
6. BF400
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What is the BF400
The BF400 is the first off-road motorcycle on this list and for many months was the fastest off-road vehicle players could use in races. This off-roader is known for its versatility on and off the tarmac making it the ideal choice for challenging terrains. The BF400 has an amazing dirt bike design that features a lightweight frame, allowing off-road handling to be slightly more responsive and effective on uneven roads.
While not the fastest motorcycle in GTA Online, the BF400 off-road capabilities cement it as one of if not the best dirt bike in the game.
What we love about the BF400
Players tend to appreciate the BF400’s more when regularly partake in various offroad adventures as it handles all potential terrain superbly. Unlike most motorcycles, the BF400 has much better durability as it is expected to handle constant fall damage without taking away performance (vehicles drastically perform worse when damaged).
BF400 Stats
- Top Speed of 137 mph
- Around Cutting Corners GP, the BF400 has a lap time of 1:03.230.
How to get the BF400
The BF400 can be purchased in GTA Online from Southern S.A. Super Autos website for a base price of $95,000.
5. Bati 801
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What is the Bati 801
The Bati 801, like the Akuma, is one of the first motorcycles players got in GTA V and as a tried and true sports bike, the Bati 801 has held the number one spot for bike races from its release back in 2013 to late 2016 when the Hakuchou drag was released.
While no longer being the fastest motorcycle in GTA Online anymore, the 801 manages to remain competitive in current bike races when HSW is disabled, when enabled it sadly gets left in the dust.
What we love about the Bati 801
Players tend to appreciate the Bati 801’s likeness to the top-of-the-line sports bike we regularly see in MotoGP (the biggest motorcycle racing event).
Bati 801 Stats
- Top Speed of 135 mph
- Around Cutting Corners GP, the Bati 801 has a lap time of 58.625.
How to get the Bati 801
The Bati 801 can be purchased in GTA Online from Southern S.A. Super Autos website for a base price of $15,000.
4. Shotaro
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What is the Shotaro
The Shotaro is the most unique motorcycle in GTA Online as it is heavily based on the iconic movie franchise Tron Legacy. Released with the Deadline update, the Shotaro is a special sports bike that can release a distinctive light trail like the movies when players are in the adversary mode Deadline, there are a wide variety of maps to keep player retention.
There isn't too much that can be said about this one-of-a-kind motorcycle, especially for those players that are already huge fans of the Tron Legacy franchise but what I can say is that this purchase will be one of the best decisions players can make for racing and casual driving.
What we love about the Shotaro
The biggest and most obvious thing GTA Online players love about the Shotaro is its heavy resemblance to the Tron Legacy bikes, for many race-enthusiast that saw the show growing up, this bike holds a special spot in our hearts.
Bati 801 Stats
- Top Speed of 123.8 mph
- Around Cutting Corners GP, the Shotaro has a lap time of 57.490.
How to get the Shotaro
The Shotaro can be purchased in GTA Online from Southern S.A. Super Autos website for a base price of $2,225,000.
3. Hakuchou Drag
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What is the Hakuchou Drag
The Hakuchou Drag is the first and only drag bike in GTA Online and my personal favorite motorcycle to use in races and free mode time trials. The Hakuchou Drag is based on the iconic Suzuki GSX1300R Hayabusa and released back in October 2016 as part of the Lost and Damned DLC back on October 4, 2016.
The Hakuchou Drag unfortunately suffers massively in the handling department but because of its shocking 0-60 take off and top speed, the Hakuchou Drag is the undisputed king of motorcycle races.
What we love about the Hakuchou Drag
The distinctive design, customization options, and drag racing performance are the key features players love about the Hakuchou Drag, In Layman’s Term, the Hakuchou Drag is not only the fastest non HSW raceable motorcycles in the game but the overall best bike players can buy.
Hakuchou Drag Stats
- Top Speed of 126.5 mph
- Around Cutting Corners GP, the Hakuchou Drag has a lap time of 57.590.
How to get the Hakuchou Drag
The Hakuchou Drag can be purchased on the Legendary Motorsports website for a base price of $976,000.
2. Oppressor (MKI)
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What is the Oppressor
The Oppressor MKI is the first ever rocket powered bike in GTA Online introduced alongside the highly praised Gunrunning DLC released back in summer 2017. The Oppressor is quite unique in that it comes with frontal machine guns attached that can be used in GTA races and in lobbies, this can be switched out for homing rockets.
On release and for some months after, the Oppressor held the top spot for most used vehicle in freemode lobbies. I can attest to this claim as at the time I was playing GTA Online about 6 hours a day actively money grinding in public lobbies.
What we love about the Oppressor Mk1
The distinctive design, limited flight capabilities, and ability to add homing missiles made this motorcycle beloved by money grinders and griefers alike, a double-edged sword one might say. As a Veteran player this motorcycle will always have a special spot in my personal garage.
Oppressor MK1 Stats
- Top Speed of 140 mph
- Able to glide in the air allowing for faster travel around the map.
- Around Cutting Corners GP, the Oppressor has a lap time of 51.953
How to get the Oppressor MK1
The Hakuchou Drag can be purchased in GTA Online from Southern S.A. Super Autos website for a base price of $2,750,000.
1. Hakuchou Drag (HSW)
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What is the Hakuchou Drag
The Hakuchou Drag is the first and only HSW bike in GTA Online and one of my personal favorite HSW vehicles to use in any HSW and Personal Vehicle time trials. The Hakuchou Drag HSW is an updated version of the Hakuchou Drag that is based on the Suzuki GSX1300R Hayabusa but customized to have an extended rear wheel.
The Hakuchou Drag HSW still suffers from poor handling but with the added performance upgrades, the once shocking 0-60 acceleration quickly skyrockets to much faster heights that no current raceable vehicle can reach. The top speed also gets a drastic boost, permanently cementing the Hakuchou Drag HSW as the best motorcycle in GTA V.
What we love about the Hakuchou Drag HSW
The distinctive design, customization options, and drag racing performance are the key features players love about the Hakuchou Drag and this surely carries over to the HSW version. The HSW upgrade is quite expensive but once installed, players will never have to buy another motorcycle again in GTA V Online.
Hakuchou Drag HSW Stats
- Top Speed of 157.5 mph
- Around Cutting Corners GP, the Hakuchou Drag HSW has a lap time of 53.186.
- Able to complete all HSW Time Trials with relative ease.
How to get the Hakuchou Drag HSW
The Hakuchou Drag HSW can be purchased on Legendary Motorsports website for a base price of $976,000 and then upgraded at the LS Car Meet for $1,450,000 to change it into an HSW vehicle.
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