8 Best Motorcycles in GTA Online 2025: Speed, Combat & Style Ranked
Find the fastest and best motorcycles in GTA Online. From the Shotaro to the Bati 801, we rank the top bikes for racing, combat, and general use.
What's the Best Motorcycle in GTA Online?
Motorcycles offer unmatched agility in Los Santos. Whether you're weaving through traffic, racing friends, or evading police, the right bike makes all the difference.
1. Nagasaki Shotaro (Best Overall Motorcycle)
The Tron-inspired Shotaro dominates racing with exceptional speed and handling. The glow effect is iconic.
- Price: $2,225,000
- Top Speed: 126.00 MPH
- Handling: Exceptional
- Special: Futuristic design, light trail
- Best For: Racing, style
2. Pegassi Bati 801: Best Value Motorcycle
The Bati offers near-top-tier performance at a fraction of the cost. Essential for new players.
- Price: $15,000
- Top Speed: 125.00 MPH
- Handling: Excellent
- Why Buy: Best performance per dollar in the game
3. Shitzu Hakuchou Drag: Best Top Speed
When pure straight-line speed matters, the Hakuchou Drag delivers.
- Price: $976,000
- Top Speed: 131.00 MPH
- Handling: Good (wheelie-prone)
- Best For: Land speed records
4. Western Deathbike (Arena War): Best Combat Bike
Mounted weapons and boost make this Arena War variant deadly in free roam.
- Price: $1,269,000 (Arena points may apply)
- Top Speed: 120.00 MPH
- Weapons: Mounted guns, boost
- Best For: Armed motorcycle combat
5. Pegassi Oppressor Mk II: Best Utility Vehicle
The infamous hover bike dominates PvE with its missiles and flying capability. Controversial but undeniably effective.
- Price: $3,890,250 (Trade Price: $2,925,000)
- Top Speed: 130.00 MPH (flying)
- Weapons: Missiles/machine guns
- Special: Flying, Terrorbyte spawn
- Best For: Grinding, transportation
6. Western Reever: Best Cruiser
The Reever balances cruiser aesthetics with competitive performance.
- Price: $1,900,000
- Top Speed: 123.00 MPH
- Handling: Very good
- Best For: Style and speed combined
7. Principe Lectro: Best Acceleration
Electric power delivers instant torque and acceleration. Quiet operation adds stealth.
- Price: $997,500
- Top Speed: 117.00 MPH
- Acceleration: Best in class
- Special: Electric, quiet
- Best For: Quick getaways
8. LCC Sanctus: Best Chopper Style
The skull-adorned Sanctus is the most visually striking chopper in GTA Online.
- Price: $1,995,000
- Top Speed: 102.00 MPH
- Handling: Moderate (chopper style)
- Best For: Pure style points
Motorcycle Buying Guide
Here's what to buy based on your needs: For racing, the Shotaro is king, but the Bati 801 is an incredible budget option. For combat, the Deathbike with its weapons dominates, though the Oppressor Mk II remains controversial but effective. If you want pure speed, the Hakuchou Drag is your bike, with the Bati 801 again being the budget pick. For style, nothing beats the Sanctus, with the Reever as a more affordable choice.
