Cars and motorcycles have always had deep ties with the art; the realms have extended to the world of cinema. While cars have had a significant amount of attention in terms of elegance and class, motorcycles have had their fair share of action and chase sequences. Turning attention to some of the two-wheeled machines, here we have listed some of the most iconic ones featured in popular movies.
Harley Davidson Fat Boy
Featured in Terminator 2 and ridden by Arnold Schwarzenegger, this motorcycle became his signature ride after he obtained it from a character in a bar, with the famous dialogue, "I need your clothes, your boots, and your motorcycle." Eventually, the bike served as his transportation to stop the T-1000 from capturing John Connor. The scene gave the 1991 Harley-Davidson Fat Boy iconic status.
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Kawasaki GPZ900R
Tom Cruise riding the Kawasaki GPZ900R stands out as one of the most memorable motorcycle scenes in cinematic history. This model was the first to earn the Ninja name, setting off a trend for powerful sports bikes among young riders. Cruise used this bike in the film to race against a fighter jet, making it desirable among the speed-enthusiast.
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Kawasaki Ninja H2
The actor continued the legacy of riding a speedy Kawasaki in Top Gun: Maverick. Similar to the original Ninja, the GPZ900R, the Kawasaki H2 ranks as one of the fastest production motorcycles available today, thanks to its supercharged engine and a design that prioritizes performance.
MV Agusta F4
The MV Agusta F4 is regarded as one of the most iconic motorcycles ever created. Not only does it deliver exceptional performance, but it also features a distinctive design that influenced future bike models. Specifically, in the film I, Robot, Will Smith was seen riding a 2004 MV Agusta F4-SPR 750, a special edition limited to just 300 units.
Ducati 996
Ridden by Trinity in The Matrix: Reloaded, this bike was utilized to evade cars, trucks, and even bullets. The sequence became as legendary as the motorcycle itself due to its thrilling action. Moreover, this bike is a rare model, with only 250 units ever manufactured.