The 10 most iconic motorcycles in cinema

Just like great actors, famous buildings and incredible locations, motorcycles were also part of the history of world cinema. 

See in this article the most famous motorcycles on the big screen!

The 10 most famous motorcycles in cinema

1. Triumph Thunderbird T6 in O Selvagem (1953)

In this film, Marlon Brando rides a Triumph Thunderbird T6 motorcycle.

It is based on the short story by Frank Rooney, The Cyclists' Raid, which was published in 1951 in Harper's magazine.

Brando leads a motorcycle gang that causes tension when entering a small town in the United States.

He uses the motorcycle masterfully to demonstrate his dominance in the region.

2. Harley-Davidson in No destination (1960)

No destination, or Easy Rider, is a film that became a reference for feature films featuring famous motorbikes in cinema.

Peter Fonda rides the Harley-Davidson, also known as the “Captain America” Harley-Davidson.

In the film, Dennis Hopper also rides the motorcycle icon: the Harley “Billy Bike”.

In 2014, the Harley ridden by Peter Fonda was sold at auction for $1,35 million.

3. Kawasaki GPZ 900R Ninja at Top Gun - Indomitable Aces (1986)

In this 1980s classic, which was the biggest box office hit in 1986, Tom Cruise rides a Kawasaki GPZ 900R Ninja.

The film was based on the article Top Guns, published in California Magazine by an Israeli journalist.

4. BMW R 1200 C Cruiser in 007 - Tomorrow Never Dies (1997)

In this film full of jumps and explosions, Pierce Brosnan drives the BMW R Cruiser.

Additionally, a Harley-Davidson Heritage Springer and a Honda Shadow 600 make cameo appearances in the film.

They appear parked before Pierce Brosnan picks up his BMW.

5. Ducati 996 in Matrix Reloaded (2003)

Famous in the Matrix film series, Carrie Anne-Moss was the motorcyclist chosen to ride the Ducati 996 starring in the film released in 2003.

The scene that marks the motorcycle in the film is the one in which it is on the run, carrying Randall Duk Kim on the back and passing over everything and everyone along a wide avenue.

6. Y2K on Fury on Two Wheels (2004)

In 2004, the Y2K model from Marine Turbine Technologies (MTT) was a hit on the big screen with Martin Henderson driving.

The motorcycle, which has 420 hp of power, appeared in several moments in the film – and, in particular, in the iconic scene of the race between the protagonists.

7. Norton 500 in Diaries of Motobicycle (2004)

The Norton 500 appeared in the film Diaries of Motobicycle, being piloted by Gael Garcia Bernal and Rodrigo de La Serna.

The actors played Che Guevara and Alberto Granado, and the film portrayed their journey from Brazil to Peru on a motorcycle.

8. Indian Scout 1920 in Challenging the limits (2005)

Anthony Hopkins was the actor chosen to fly the 1920 Indian Scout in the film Challenging the limits.

The motorcycle was used by the character Burt Munro in several moments of the film, in which the vehicle appeared to the sound of an incredible soundtrack.

9. Münch- 4 TTS 1200 in Mammoth (2010)

The Münch-4 TTS 1200 was used by Gerard Depardieu, who played Serg in the film Mammoth.

Riding the motorcycle, the character passed through several places in search of his proof of work time, in order to retire.

10. Yamaha V-Max 1.800 in MotoI want Ghost – Spirit of Vengeance (2011)

Finally, the Yamaha V-Max 1.800 was ridden by Nicolas Cage in the famous film MotoI want Ghost.

The main character rode a completely modified motorcycle with flames coming out of its entire structure.

Girl from Moto: a brief synopsis

Girl from Moto is a series starring Maria Casadevall, in which she plays a motorcycle girl.

The character supports her house with the help of her motorcycle and ends up having to defend her young son against very dangerous people.

Triumph partnership with James Bond film

In September 2021, Triumph's partnership with the James Bond film went live on No Time To Die.

The partnership saw Triumph help the film with the collaboration of the stunt team. 

The company configured the motorcycles for the film's biggest action sequences.

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