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What Motorcycles Are In the ‘Top Gun’ Movies?

In the roaring skies of Top Gun, we all know Maverick’s jet—a sleek F-14 Tomcat, roaring with afterburners and leaving contrails of adrenaline. But when it comes to the ground, there’s another machine just as iconic.

Enter the motorcycle. It’s as much a part of Maverick’s character as his aviator shades and leather jacket, and it steals the scene whenever it makes an appearance. The question on everyone’s mind is: what motorcycle is in Top Gun?

The 2025 Kawasaki Ninja 1100SX Officially Enters the Arena

Kawasaki’s did it, just like I said. It turned up the heat in the two-wheeled world with the official announcement of the 2025 Kawasaki Ninja 1100SX. You’d think stuffing a bigger engine in there might balloon the price, but no, Kawasaki’s kept it steady at $13,699, just like the outgoing Ninja 1000SX. Now, if you’re looking for something a little more dressed up, there’s an SE version with Öhlins suspension and Brembo brakes, all for a neat $15,399.

Teaser: New 2025 Yamaha YZF-R9 Will Debut October 9

Yamaha’s been dangling a tantalizing carrot in front of motorcycle enthusiasts lately, dropping hints about the long-awaited 2025 Yamaha YZF-R9 sportbike. With teasers lighting up social media, the big reveal is slated for October 9, and the buzz is palpable.

Check Out the Aprilia RSV4 X ex3ma

Aprilia, a brand synonymous with racing, has always pushed the boundaries of what’s possible on two wheels, and the Aprilia RSV4 X ex3ma is its most extreme creation yet.

Confirmed: Yamaha V4 Is the Future

It was speculated not long ago, and now the truth is out. Yamaha will drop its crossplane engine found in the R1 and develop a V4. Well, it’s already doing it. This is both good news and bad. Good, in that Yamaha will now be able to compete better. Bad, in that the death of the old engine hurts.

Check Out the 2025 Yamaha YZF-R1

While the Yamaha YZF-R1 and R1M might not exist in their current form too much longer due to Yamaha working on a V4 engine, the company does have a 2025 model. This bike is available in the United States, but not some other markets. Let’s take a closer look at it.

Trademark Paperwork Shows a Honda CBR400R Could Be Coming

Kawasaki could soon have some real competition for its Ninja ZX-4R from Honda in the form of a new CBR400R. Recent trademark paperwork shows Team Red is looking into making the bike, and I’m all for more good sportbikes at this displacement.

Check Out the Krämer APX-350 MA Prototype

Krämer unveiled a killer track-only sportbike that will be used in MotoAmerica Talent Series. This bike is a beautiful track bike and I’m looking forward to seeing the machine in action.

The CFMoto 500SR Voom Is the Best-Looking Sportbike

Okay, the title of this article is a bold statement, but the CFMoto 500SR Voom makes a pretty bold visual statement. The sportbike is gorgeous, simultaneously looking futuristic while calling back to the sportbikes of old. I freaking love it.

What Motorcycle Does Trinity Ride In The Matrix Reloaded?

One of the greatest motorcycle chase scenes in cinematic history.

When I first saw The Matrix Reloaded has some fantastic vehicles in it, but the motorcycle Trinity rides in the film is probably the best of the bunch. The bike is a killer Ducati sportbike, and it’s perfect for one of the most epic chase scenes of all time.