The best street motorcycles
Summary
If you are looking for the best road bike for 2026, here’s a list of 11 models that deserve your full attention. From the most popular manufacturers (and for good reason), these motorcycles are powerful, high-performing, and versatile. They will also deliver the adrenaline rush you’re chasing.
Yamaha MT-07
More athletic than ever with a minimalist yet striking design, the all-new Yamaha MT-07 features a 689 cc CP2 engine rated at 74.8 horsepower and 68 Nm of torque, paired with a 6-speed transmission.
- 2026 MSRP: $10,399
- Curb weight: 406 lb.
Kawasaki Ninja 650
Known as a Supersport, this street bike is also very well balanced for maximum fun and a confident feeling of control that makes it easy to enjoy its sporty performance.
It is equipped with a 649-cc engine delivering 68 horsepower and 65.7 Nm of torque, paired with a 6-speed transmission.
- MSRP: $8,799
- Curb weight: 390 lb.
Kawasaki Z900
With a breathtaking new design centred on the robust 948 cc engine that produces an impressive 124 horsepower and 97.4 Nm of torque, it is the best street motorcycle 2026 in terms of power.
- MSRP: $11,699
- Curb weight: 423 lb.
Aprilia RS 660
Designed for the track yet adapted for the street, the 660-cc engine propels you with 105 horsepower and 70 Nm of torque. Very light, it is extremely easy to handle while offering lively accelerations.
- MSRP: $14,249
- Curb weight: 403 lb.
Yamaha R7
The Yamaha R7 offers a sleek, narrow silhouette that allows tight cornering and a particularly agile riding experience.
Contact your Yamaha dealer to learn more about this motorcycle equipped with a 689 cc CP2 engine that delivers 73 horsepower and 67 Nm of torque, along with a 6-speed transmission.
- MSRP: $11,299
- Curb weight: 368 lb.
Indian Scout
Another popular motorcycle brand, though a little more expensive, the Indian Scout is equipped with a 1,250-cc engine that allows it to master its heavier weight. It propels you with 111 horsepower and 82 Nm of torque and a 6-speed transmission.
- MSRP: $17,499
- Curb weight: 569 lb.
Suzuki GSX-8S
Another bike that deserves its spot in our list of best street bikes for 2026, the Suzuki GSX-8S is agile and capable, powered by a 776-cc engine that produces 83 horsepower and 78 Nm of torque.
- MSRP: $11,049
- Curb weight: 443 lb.
Suzuki SV650
The Suzuki SV650 delivers the performance levels you are looking for with a 645-cc engine rated at 73 horsepower and 64 Nm of torque and a 6-speed transmission.
Come visit us at your Suzuki dealer to take a closer look at this dependable model with surprising performance.
- MSRP: $9,399
- Curb weight: 437 lb.
Honda CB 650
Both sporty and extremely maneuverable, it comes with a 649-cc engine that produces 95 horsepower and 64 Nm of torque, paired with a 6-speed transmission.
- PDSF : 11 499 $
- Poids à vide : 207 kg
Triumph Trident 660
Incredibly enjoyable to ride, this 2026 street motorcycle offers remarkable traction. Equipped with a 660-cc engine, it propels you with 81 horsepower and 64 Nm of torque.
- MSRP: $10,495
- Curb weight: 416 lb.
Triumph Street Triple
With a new 765-cc engine that is even more capable, delivering 118 horsepower and 88 Nm of torque, you will ride it for hours on end.
- MSRP: $12,895
- Curb weight: 366 lb.
Summary table of the best street motorcycles for 2026
Here is a summary table of the motorcycles presented above:
| Model | Yamaha MT-07 | Kawasaki Ninja 650 | Kawasaki Z900 | Aprilia RS 660 | Yamaha R7 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price (MSRP) | $10,399 | $8,799 | $11,699 | $14,249 | $11,299 |
| Engine | 689 cc CP2 | 649 cc | 948 cc | 660 cc | 689 cc CP2 |
| Power (HP/torque) | 74.8/68 Nm | 68/65.7 Nm | 124/97.4 Nm | 105/70 Nm | 73.4/67 Nm |
| Transmission | 6-speed | ||||
| Curb Weight (lb/kg) | 406/184 | 390/177 | 423/192 | 403/183 | 368/167 |
| Model | Yamaha MT-07 | Kawasaki Ninja 650 | Kawasaki Z900 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price (MSRP) | $10,399 | $8,799 | $11,699 |
| Engine | 689 cc CP2 | 649 cc | 948 cc |
| Power (HP/torque) | 74.8/68 Nm | 68/65.7 Nm | 124/97.4 Nm |
| Transmission | 6-speed | ||
| Curb Weight (lb/kg) | 406/184 | 390/177 | 423/192 |
| Model | Aprilia RS 660 | Yamaha R7 |
|---|---|---|
| Price (MSRP) | $14,249 | $11,299 |
| Engine | 660 cc | 689 cc CP2 |
| Power (HP/torque) | 105/70 Nm | 73.4/67 Nm |
| Transmission | 6-speed | |
| Curb Weight (lb/kg) | 403/183 | 368/167 |
| Model | Indian Scout | Suzuki GSX-8S | Suzuki SV650 | Honda CB 650 | Triumph Trident 660 | Triumph Street Triple |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price (MSRP) | $17,499 | $11,049 | $9,399 | $11,499 | $10,495 | $12,895 |
| Engine | 1250 cc | 776 cc | 645 cc | 649 cc | 660 cc | 765 cc |
| Power (HP/torque) | 111/82 Nm | 83/78 Nm | 73/64 Nm | 95/63.5 Nm | 81/64 Nm | 118/88 Nm |
| Transmission | 6-speed | |||||
| Curb Weight (lb/kg) | 569/258 | 443/201 | 437/199 | 456/207 | 416/189 | 366/166 |
| Model | Indian Scout | Suzuki GSX-8S | Suzuki SV650 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price (MSRP) | $17,499 | $11,049 | $9,399 |
| Engine | 1250 cc | 776 cc | 645 cc |
| Power (HP/torque) | 111/82 Nm | 83/78 Nm | 73/64 Nm |
| Transmission | 6-speed | ||
| Curb Weight (lb/kg) | 569/258 | 443/201 | 437/199 |
| Model | Honda CB 650 | Triumph Trident 660 | Triumph Street Triple |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price (MSRP) | $11,499 | $10,495 | $12,895 |
| Engine | 649 cc | 660 cc | 765 cc |
| Power (HP/torque) | 95/63.5 Nm | 81/64 Nm | 118/88 Nm |
| Transmission | 6-speed | ||
| Curb Weight (lb/kg) | 456/207 | 416/189 | 366/166 |
Why choose a motorcycle at Motos Illimitées?
At Motos Illimitées in Terrebonne, on the North Shore of Montreal, near Laval, you will find the largest selection of motorcycles in Quebec, including the most popular brands.
Une équipe d’experts passionnés vous attend pour discuter avec vous de vos projets, vos goûts et votre budget, afin de mieux vous guider dans votre sélection!