The world of hyper nakeds has become a lot bigger since the early 2000s, with a growing base of customers that look forward to having their face pulled back with ridiculous acceleration, on their way to the shops. For example, with bikes like the Suzuki B-King, that was a naked version of the Hayabusa no less, the engine was however slightly detuned. This bike would be considered as a borderline hyper naked, but in truth it was actually a super naked. As the years went by, manufacturers started leaving the tuning of the engine mostly the same as the superbike counterpart, tuning them up in some cases to create some thrilling riding experiences.

Along with that, some manufacturers employed top-tier hardware made from rare materials to make these examples, a few on the list were also limited to very small numbers. Thus, the true hyper nakeds were born. Bikes like the KTM SuperDuke R were the pioneers in the segment. The appeal of a nuke of an engine strapped to a chassis that was far lighter than a supersport with minimal bodywork, and the comical lack of wind protection, made for an appealing riding experience, gaining popularity as the years went by. With quite a few indecently powerful naked bikes available on the market today, we look at the ten best ones available in today's market for sale, and dive a little deeper as to why these bikes stand apart from the rest out there.

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10 Yamaha MT-10 SP

Acquirable? Yes, with some work. Is it blisteringly quick both on the road and on the track? Check. A production hyper naked with a crossplane MotoGP inspired four-cylinder, comprehensive electronics, fully adjustable suspension. That's what you get with the MT-10 SP, that comes with Öhlins on both ends. The engine in this state of tune produces an adequate 163 horses and 83 ft-lbs of torque. The frame used is a diamond-type frame that may seem a bit basic as compared to the competition, but we trust Yamaha to know what its doing. As a result, this bike weighs just 467 pounds wet, which is rather decent for a liter-class streetfighter of its caliber.

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9 Aprilia Tuono V4 1100 Factory

The Tuono V4 is Aprilia's naked, more streetable counterpart to the lovely RSV4 superbike. Equipped with the same Moto2-inspired compact frame, integrated winglets, and a V4 powerplant chucking out 175 horses, set up the Tuono perfectly to be devastatingly quick on both the straights and in the corners. The power delivery is tractable and abundant - face-melting acceleration and speed, all accompanied by that sonorous V4 soundtrack. Braking and handling are also razor-sharp thanks to the capable hardware, light weight at 460 pounds, and a lower center of gravity. It also packs enough rider aids such as traction control, six ride modes and adjustable engine braking to name a few.

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8 KTM Super Duke 1290 R EVO

The Super Duke has been KTM's ultimate offering in the street-fighter space going back as long ago as 2014. The result of the overpowered V-twin putting out a whopping 180 horses, while weighing around 466 lbs was described as being highly addictive and borderline insane. It also makes a meaty 104 ft-pounds of torque that is available very early in the rev range, which makes this much easier to travel one-wheeled! The EVO edition marks a revision of this model, with a reworked frame that KTM says is three times stiffer, and 4 pounds lighter than the previous model. The engine also features slightly thinner walls and titanium valves, along with a RAM air intake that is neatly integrated into the headlight mask.

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7 Kawasaki Z H2

With nearly 200 BHP of supercharger-backed power coming from the 998cc inline four, combined with a naked form factor that offers minimalism and practicality in a relatively lightweight package, the Z H2 is Kawasaki's rather spicy recipe for a naked streetfighter with a borderline personality. Also assisted by a host of electronic systems such as traction and launch control, quickshifter and a Bosch six-axis IMU to help manage it all, the Z H2 is also remarkably safer to ride, for a bike with such power figures. Electronic cruise control is also on offer, offering a bit of relief for the rider's right wrist over long rides. (Not that you would have time to relax when riding this bike.) Three power modes also help better tame the way this bike delivers its abundance of power to the rear wheel.

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6 Ducati Streetfighter V4 SP

Launched in 2019, the Streetfighter V4 was Ducati's way of reminiscing the OG Streetfighter from 2013. While that bike came with a muscular 1100cc Testastretta L-twin, this rendition of the Streetfighter is equipped with the latest and greatest, race-derived 1103 cc V4 putting out the most power in this list - an enormous 208 horsepower and a kerb weight of 433 pounds that translates into neck-breaking acceleration and a ridiculous top speed.

The SP Edition elevates this Ducati to a more exclusive league, with fully adjustable premium Öhlins suspension along with a slew of other electronic goodies (ABS Cornering Bosch EVO, Ducati Slide Control, Ducati Wheelie Control, Ducati Power Launch, Engine Brake Control, Ducati Electronic Suspension) makes this a tameable and usable naked that is also capable of demolishing quite a few track times.

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5 BMW M 1000 R

A technological powerhouse that is designed to be blisteringly fast, with limits that are accessible even by novice riders. The M 1000 R focuses on being easier to ride and for longer touring distances than its superbike sibling, the M 1000 RR. With 205 horses on tap, and weighing just 439 lbs unladen, the M 1000 R is mindbogglingly quick. It also gets BMW's rather comprehensive M Competition electronic assistance package with all the bells and whistles that you would generally find on the track-focused superbike. Carbon wheels, revised ergonomics for a more dynamic experience, and a titanium end can complete the package.

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4 Brabus 1300 R

This KTM-based highly limited piece of automotive insanity could be best described as a different interpretation of the Super Duke 1290 R EVO, because underneath the brutish exterior, it is a lot like the Super Duke. Powering the machine is the same 1,301cc LC8 V-twin as the R. The semi-active WP suspension from the EVO makes an appearance here as well. The wheels are Brabus's own, with a nine-spoke design as opposed to the standard five-spokes. These bikes could most probably be sold out by the time you read this, as production was limited for just 154 examples, with 77 each in two respective color schemes (77 is in reference to the year Brabus started shop, 1977).

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3 Triumph Speed Triple 1200 RS

The Speed Triple is called by Triumph as the 'Ultimate Performance Naked Riding Experience.' They sound pretty confident in what they built here. Going by the name, the Speed Triple is a formidable combo of its 1160 cc triple that kicks out 178 horsepower and a low overall weight of 436 lbs. The engine remains torquey at low revs, and provides a wide power band supported by the inline triple configuration. Shod with Öhlins fully adjustable suspension front and rear, the Speed Triple 1200 RS can be tailored further to better suit a rider's preferences and needs.

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2 MV Agusta Rush

The Brutale is MV Agusta's streetfighter offering. Created and designed by one of the most renowned and exclusive motorcycle manufacturers from Milano, the Brutale 1000 RR is seriously fast, putting out a massive 208 horsepower, and reaching speeds in excess of 186 MPH while weighing just 405 pounds.

A special and limited edition variant of the Brutale 1000, the Rush, puts out the same ridiculous power output of 208 horsepower, but can be increased further with the race exhaust option that brings power up to 212 horsepower. Combine that with the rest of the bespoke hardware and racing electronics on offer (we especially love what MV Agusta calls a rear 'lenticular wheel'), makes this a lethal weapon for both the streets and on the track.

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1 Aston Martin AMB 001 Pro

After Aston Martin and Brough Superior's release of the AMB, we never thought or expected an upgraded Pro model to be in the works. But it's here, and its real - Set to be pre-ordered for in 2023, the AMB 001 Pro is available in a single spec and color (Aston Martin calls it Verdant Jade), in highly limited numbers of course. Its 997cc, liquid-cooled, V-twin engine produces a seismic 225 horses and when compared to its weight, has an overall power to weight ratio that is close to that of an F1 car (at 1.28 hp/kg or 0.58 hp/lb)!

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