The 20 Craziest Motorcycles in the World Motorcycles have fascinated people for longer than cars. They represent freedom, a zest for life, and moving forward in life. While in Germany, the TUV regulates precisely what is allowed to drive on our roads, in the USA, there are no limits.
With the introduction of new electric motorcycles, futuristic designs, such as those seen in the movie Tron, are now within reach. Today, we have compiled the coolest, craziest, and most breathtaking bikes for you. Which one would you choose for your garage?
20 - Johammer Electric Bike
I would describe the Johammer Electric Bike as strange and unconventional. There is nothing ordinary about it, from its fairing to the front wheel, not even for an electric motorcycle. It reminds me of a petrified horse with bug-like eyes and a blanket on top. Nevertheless, websites like Tree-Hugger simply love it.
Once fully charged, the Johammer is good for 124 miles, which is a great range to get most people where they need to go. It is electronically limited to a top speed of 75 mph, but that's okay for most people in this market. Besides, the Johammer should bring you years of joy with its full aluminum frame and polypropylene body.
19 - Vetter Streamliner
Craig Vetter is someone you would call a genius. A look at his Vetter Streamliner would tell any motorcycle rider that. If you are new to motorcycles, let me explain. First of all, Vetter's specialty is streamlining things. He loves making objects less resistant to air. Motorsport Magazine says his 1969 design is credited with creating the very first cruiser motorcycle series. It shocked the industry and people alike. Next, in 1980, Vetter introduced the Windjammer fairing to the masses. It changed everything.
Due to its obvious safety and wind protection features, every motorcycle manufacturer has considered this fairing design as standard equipment since the 1990s. All thanks to Craig Vetter, the rationalization genius.
18 - Flying Millyard V-10
This is a big, eye-catching motorcycle. The rolling artwork built by Allen Millyard uses an 8-liter Viper V-10 engine for ultimate performance. With 500 horsepower on tap, this large and powerful bike can reach a top speed of over 200 mph.
During an interview with Motorcycle News, Millyard said he believes he can make the V-10 bike go a little faster. Millyard loves taking his creations to various bike events to gauge people's reactions to his bike. He rides the Viper whenever he gets a chance. I'm sure almost anyone, given the opportunity, would love to take this beast for a spin.
17 - Tron Light Cycle
$55,000 for a piece of heaven? Maybe not heaven, but for that price, you could get one out of ten Tron Light Cycles. Over at Jalopnik, Jeff Halverson of Parker Brothers Choppers told them that the 474-pound motorcycle comes as close to the movie version as you can get.
Everyone agrees, including the film review site Collider. Built with a steel frame and powered by Suzuki's TRL1000 V-twin engine, the bike is good for 135 horsepower and 78 lb-ft of torque. The price seems like a real bargain, especially considering that the actual one from the Disney reboot recently sold for $77,000, according to a Cnet report.
16 - Predator Bike
If we were one of those Predator aliens from the movies, we would definitely ride this beast. We wouldn't even bother camouflaging it. Just look at the attention to detail the owner dedicated to his 2007 Suzuki Hayabusa. Nocarnofun says that everything beneath the bike is almost stock.
This monster was customized by Pitstop Motors from New Jersey. The tech site i09 reports that the owner even got a few traffic tickets on its maiden ride because his bike was causing slowdowns among other drivers. We think the cloak would have come in handy at that moment.
15 - Suzuki Biplane
Suzuki clearly knows how to build a beautiful bike. According to Autoblog, they developed the Biplane with the intention of providing the rider with the feeling of sitting in a real convertible vehicle. I think they have done an amazing job with the design.
Suzuki says that the design was heavily inspired by the biplane of the Wright Brothers. Motors-Bay mentions that the motorcycle is powered by a longitudinally mounted 4-cylinder V-engine with a displacement of 100 cc and a shaft drive. The modern design is supported by the fantastic gold paint, giving the biplane a nearly liquid quality. The seat looks like it's floating in the air, adding to the overall design.
14 - Three-Seater Böhmerland
No one should feel left out on the Böhmerland three-seater. Böhmerland truly understood the value of friendship when they designed this wonderful motorcycle. According to Doug Self's website, the bike was the creation of Albin Liebisch in 1935. He also created a four-seater version of the Böhmerland, believe it or not.
If you happen to be in the area, the Czech Republic hosts an annual Böhmerland Riders Event, according to the website Czech.cz. The three-seater doesn't have much suspension, but this bike is all about getting to the destination with friends. Plus, you could add a sidecar to accommodate additional friends for the ride. A true buddy bike.
13 - Tryton MM2
And I mean, really, "wow." The only thing missing from this masterpiece is a Daft Punk-style riding outfit. Rare Delights magazine says that this fully electric beauty has a range of 132 miles on a single charge.
Its ultralight frame helps propel the rider from 0 to 100 in 44 seconds and achieve a top speed of just over 160 mph, according to the guys at Maxim Australia. And it charges in just 25 hours with a 120-volt power source. I seriously have a craving for this motorcycle.
12 - Sprint Beemer
From the twisted minds of Lucky Cat Garage comes the unique and extremely strange-looking Sprint Beemer. Silodrome says that the heavily modified BMW design was conceived entirely from the rear tire. True story. It features a highly tuned '78 R100RS engine from Edelweiss Motorsport.
It also has a custom NOS kit installed, making the already rocket-like Sprint Beemer at least 25% faster than the stock engine, according to Cyrilhuzeblog. With its 1950s frame, 1960s fork, 1970s engine, and 1990s gearbox, the Sprint Beemer is a true bike for the century.
11 - Norton Motorcycle with Hearse Sidecar
What motorcycle rider wouldn't want to be stylishly transported to their own funeral on a motorcycle? This is much more common today than most people would think, but it's certainly not a new idea. This noble Norton would definitely fulfill that dream.
Ebaum's World believes that this may be the oldest motorcycle hearse in the world. With its timeless design, this Norton 35-horsepower bike from 1908-1910 could gracefully and respectfully transport the deceased, giving them the elegance and respect they deserve. According to the Mototype website, Norton began motorcycle production in 1904, with the last model rolling off the assembly line sometime in 1976.
10 - The Scamper
Merging a camper with a motorcycle body is no easy feat, but the result is something to behold. This Scamper, built by Gogo Cycles from California, is proof for bikers who love camping but don't want to sacrifice their motorcycle freedom.
The company manufactures several custom camper frames for customers each year, and this is one of their early products. I must admit, it truly combines the best of both worlds.
9 - 1930 Henderson KJ Streamline 2
The Henderson KJ Streamline 2 is a curiosity for several reasons. The most obvious reason is that it is a futuristic bike that comes straight from the past. The KJ Streamline 2 was developed in 1930 by Orley Ray Courtney, at a time when streamlined design was not yet prevalent, and it definitely made waves in the motorcycle community.
Another curiosity was that the dashboards were completely horizontal. It was more like a car than anything else, with luxurious materials and chrome accents. Although heavy and somewhat impractical, the Henderson KJ Streamline 2 still exudes ultimate sophistication.
8 - Chicara Art 5
I bet most Harley owners I know would love to get their hands on this one. And I don't blame them. The heavily customized 1939 Harley was designed by artist Chicara Nagata. The folks at Megadeluxe call him a "mad scientist."
And yes, it runs fantastically. Car Ancestry quotes Nagata as saying, "If we can't give up, we can make it." In other words, we can make the impossible possible along the way."
7 - Cheeseburger Harley
Harry Sperl of Daytona Beach doesn't hesitate to ride his custom cheeseburger Harley through the streets, especially during a motorcycle rally. Harry loves hamburgers.
He told the Vice website that Guinness actually missed out on recognizing the other six thousand items he has in stock. Either way, we think that a hamburger-inspired Harley from the German-born Sperl must be the icing on the cake, especially with room for drinks on the front tray.
6 - Watkins M001
From what I've read so far, people either love or hate the Watkins M001. Many of them say it "looks weird." Silodrome calls it futuristic. BikeExif says the M001 is extreme technology.
It reminds me of one of those kits I always wanted as a kid. Whatever people really think about it, the Watkins M001 is a crazy and wild-looking creation. Creator Jack Watkins was inspired by a concept called BMW Harrier. The Watkins M001 is also based on a BMW drivetrain, this time the 2002 R1150 RT. It even looks fast.
5 - Guilty Customs Lucille
The word "art" can mean a lot of things to different people, just like the word "strange." I tend to think of Lucille from Guilty Customs as both. This is a truly unique Harley, that's for sure. The Motorcycles Specs website lists Lucille with a Springer front end, a 1939 taillight, a 260mm rear tire, all combined with a modern drivetrain.
And just look at those exhaust pipes! Maybe Top Speed describes it best when it says Lucille "rides as if it can read your mind and lets you enjoy the scenery as you ride through it." I know I would take it for a spin.
4 - Big Bear Choppers GTX Project
This chopper looks so strange that it's cool. The GTX Project from Big Bear Choppers seamlessly combines classic and futuristic style. The combination of style and functionality is almost seamless. The Cruiser Magazine says the controls of the big bike seem to be easily within reach. It only features a single analog gauge, but it embeds all the essential indicators.
Guilty's own website claims that the design for Lucille came from the desire to have a stripped-down chopper that still remains authentic. I must say, they've done a good job. This low and cruisy Grand Touring X-Wedge chopper is definitely going on my Christmas list.
3 - Steampunk Scooter
Nothing says "retro" like steampunk. To truly belong to this group, you must have at least something like a brass gold or tin color and plenty of gauges adorning it from almost every angle.
If you own this steampunk scooter, it is an absolute must to have a built-in transparent guitar with external speakers to play for the awe-struck crowd you will undoubtedly attract. The Damn Geeky website confirms this. Creator Arthur van Poppel looks like a rockstar on this thing. Muscle Cars Zone says that the Dutchman's creation is as unique and original as it gets. We couldn't agree more.
2 - The RoaDog
At a length of 17 feet and weighing 3,300 pounds, this rear-wheel-drive motorcycle completed in 1965 is literally larger than life. William "Wild Bill" Gelbke, an engineer, completely reinvented the RoaDog with his wild imagination.
It was primarily made from aircraft tubing and powered by a 24-liter Chevy Nova II engine. RoaDog could still reach a top speed of 100 mph, although not many people would dare to take it that fast. Parking was ensured by 4 large hydraulic jacks. RoaDog is a true dream turned into reality.
1 - Jaguar Leaper Bike
Yes, it's outrageously impractical and crazy. It's also such a cool design that no other description really matters. The official name of the motorcycle is Nightshadow, and it is a fully functional motorcycle. The Global Times website tells us that Nightshadow is a creation of Massow Concept Cycles, who are true enthusiasts.
On their website, they explain that the bike is based on an older model Buell S3 Thunderbolt. The performance is based on a Sportster-based V-Twin engine with 1200 cc displacement. Riding it doesn't look too comfortable or safe in everyday traffic (especially around potholes), but sometimes it's about the price you pay to reach the top.
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