10 Most Powerful Naked Bikes Under $10,000 In 2025

When we think of adrenaline-pumping machines, fully-faired, sharp-looking track monsters come to mind. However, there is a segment that has an edge over this, too. Imagine plonking identical-performing engines onto a fully faired sports bike and a naked bike? While the prior steals the show with its looks, the latter offers more value with a better power-to-weight ratio and a more practical side, thanks to its compact form factor and a relatively relaxed riding posture.

This lesser-appreciated range of powerful naked bikes is what we are exploring in this list. The Japanese likes of Suzuki, Honda, Yamaha, and Kawasaki rule this segment. But we also have impressive newcomers from Triumph and CFMoto that are shaking up the segment with wild naked sports bikes. The best part? All the entries here are priced under $10,000.

Kawasaki Z650

Power: 67 HP

Kawasaki

This is the most affordable middleweight naked sports bike from Kawasaki. The Z650 offers insane value, as this sub-$8,000 sports bike packs a refined, versatile parallel-twin engine that produces 67 horsepower and 48.5 pound-feet of torque. The layout is simple, minimal, yet sinister with a muscular design language. It weighs as low as 412 pounds and has a seat height of 31.1 inches, making it an accessible middleweight naked streetfighter. On the technology front, features like a 4.3-inch TFT screen and smartphone connectivity via RIDEOLOGY THE APP round things up.

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Yamaha MT-07

Power: 72.4 HP

Yamaha

The middle child of Yamaha’s middleweight line-up is a show-stopper. The MT-07 packs the famed CP2 689 cc parallel-twin engine, which is known for its versatility. It produces 72.4 horsepower and 50 pound-feet of torque, propelling the rear wheel via a 6-speed manual gearbox and a final-drive system. It is designed with minimalism in mind, weighing just 402 pounds wet. This translates into a superior power-to-weight ratio compared to the aforementioned Kawasaki as well. It is loaded to the brim with cool technological features, like a Yamaha Chip Controlled Throttle that helps the MT-07 offer a more personalized integration of electronic aids, including the Yamaha Ride Control (YRC) with three available throttle maps and switchable traction control.

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Suzuki SV650

Power: 75 HP

Suzuki

This forgotten streetfighter from Suzuki is now over 25 years old. But it should still be on your radar for the gorgeous and dramatic experience it offers. For starters, the SV650’s similarities to the classic Ducati Monster give it an exotic vibe, thanks to its exposed, contrast-painted trellis frame and neo-retro styling.

But the cherry on top of this cool naked bike is its unique 645 cc V-twin engine that produces 75 horsepower and 47 pound-feet of torque. For its age, this engine still packs a punch. Moreover, the SV650 is designed to be a motorcycle that can do it all. It can be a cozy urban runabout and also score high on practicality, seating a pillion quite comfortably despite its size restrictions.

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Triumph Trident 660

Power: 81 HP

Triumph

Coming in as the Yamaha MT-07’s arch-nemesis, Triumph has truly pushed the boundaries with the Trident 660. With its recent upgrade without a price bump, this Triumph has become even more desirable. Powering the 660 neo-retro naked bike is a versatile inline-3 engine that produces 81 horsepower and 47 pound-feet of torque. Technology features are aplenty, with notable new additions for 2025, including a bidirectional quickshifter, cruise control, and a new Sport mode. It is a compact package with a wheelbase of 55.1 inches and a seat height of 31.7 inches, giving it ample urban riding capabilities.

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Suzuki GSX-8S

Power: 83.1 HP

Suzuki

While it’s not the inline-4 successor to the GSX-S750 that we expected, the GSX-8S is still a worthy upgrade that brings usability, practicality, and bold, sharp looks to the mix. Powering the latest middleweight naked Gixxer from Suzuki is a 776 cc engine that produces 83.1 horsepower and 57.5 pound-feet of torque. Its underpinnings, which include a steel twin-spar frame and KYB-tuned suspension, are designed to offer the best of both worlds. The technology features are also healthy, with notable ones including a 5-inch TFT display, four ride modes, ABS, and traction control.

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Honda CB750 Hornet

Power: 90.5 HP

Honda

While it was late for the party, Honda made sure to make a banger of a streetfighter with the new CB750 Hornet. Not only is it notably more powerful than the likes of the popular Yamaha MT-07, but it is also notably affordable for the impressive package it is. Powering the middleweight Hornet is a 755 cc parallel-twin engine that produces 90 horsepower and 55 pound-feet of torque. The design is sharp yet subtle, the performance is grin-worthy yet composed, and the electronic suite will impress with notable features such as wheelie control, engine braking control, a 5-inch TFT display with smartphone connectivity, and five standard ride modes. The value-for-money proposition is undisputed with this Honda, and that’s its USP.

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CFMoto 675NK

Power: 95 HP

CFMoto

CFMoto is the most promising of the Chinese motorcycle makers today, and it has some pretty dope offerings in the line-up. The 675NK is essentially the naked version of the hardcore 675SS. So with its lower curb weight and compact form factor, the NK has an advantage in nimbleness and urban riding capabilities. Its inline-3 engine produces a grin-worthy 95 horsepower and 51.6 pound-feet of torque, making it an underdog in the performance department. In fact, the CFMoto 675NK is the most affordable naked sports bike with over 90 horsepower.

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(2026 MY Specs Mentioned Here)

CFMoto 800NK

Power: 100 HP

CFMoto

Following the same profiling as its smaller brother, the CFMoto 800NK is also a smashing package when it comes to performance. It packs a 799 cc 270-degree parallel-twin engine that produces an impressive 100 horsepower and 59.7 pound-feet of torque. It looks like a Decepticon and is loaded with ride-enhancing features, including fully adjustable KYB suspension, J. Juan braking hardware, by-wire throttle, two-way quickshifter, cruise control, and a steering damper. With a curb weight of just 410 pounds, it is the lightest motorcycle on this list, with only the less-powerful MT-07 undercutting it. But no other motorcycle here can surpass its insane power-to-weight ratio.

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(2026 MY Specs Mentioned Here)

BMW F 900 R

Power: 105 HP

BMW

The most affordable model in the BMW F 900 line-up is this compact, sporty naked bike. The F 900 R packs a versatile parallel-twin engine that produces 105 horsepower and 68 pound-feet of torque. This sharp, sinister-looking roadster weighs 438.7 pounds, enhancing its nimbleness and adaptive riding dynamics. Its compact dimensions make it a solid urban runabout, too. Technology features are plentiful, including a TFT display with Bluetooth connectivity, two ride modes (Rain and Road), traction control, stability control, and ABS, among others. Furthermore, with the right modifications, the F 900 R can be transformed into a beastly race bike too.

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Kawasaki Z900

Power: 123 HP

Kawasaki

This is the most powerful naked bike under $10,000 today. It is powered by an inline-4 engine, with 123 horsepower and 73 pound-feet of torque, earning it the title of “Most Horsepower per Dollar under $10,000.” The design is sinister, and the dimensions are tight, making this Kawa a track-ready beast with a splash of urban nimbleness. It is loaded with cool electronics, including a six-axis IMU, electronic cruise control, traction control, two power modes, and a 5-inch TFT with connected features courtesy of RIDEOLOGY THE APP.

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