You're Playing Cyberpunk WRONG If You Don't Have These ICONIC Bike

If you’re a true Night City merc, you know that the only way to truly feel the vibe of the city is on two wheels. Cars are for tourists and cargo haulers. Bikes are for V.

Motorcycles in Cyberpunk 2077 offer unmatched maneuverability for splitting lanes and a blistering combination of speed and handling that no four-wheeled vehicle can beat in a chase. More importantly, they offer a connection to the world and a level of style that makes every ride a statement.

We’ve compiled the ultimate list of the 10 best bikes in Night City, ranked by performance, aesthetic, and sheer iconic value, along with a detailed guide on how to acquire every single one. Get your Eddies ready, or prepare for some intense side gigs!

The Top Tier: Speed, Handling, and Iconography

These bikes represent the pinnacle of performance and cultural cachet in Night City.

1. Yaiba Kusanagi CT-3X (The Akira Bike)

The Breakdown: The Kusanagi CT-3X is undeniably the fastest bike in the game, a legendary piece of machinery that screams high-speed future shock. Its low-slung, powerful frame is a direct, loving homage to Kaneda’s bike from the Akira anime, making it an instant favorite for any cyberpunk enthusiast.
Performance: Unmatched top speed with powerful acceleration. While its weight is significant, its speed more than compensates for the slightly stiffer handling.
How to Get It:
- Method: Purchase from the Auto Fixer network (accessible via the Vehicle menu or any computer terminal).
- Requirements: Requires Street Cred Level 12 and approximately €$58,000 (Price may vary slightly based on patches and player discounts).
- Tip: It’s one of the first high-end vehicles you can acquire, making it a great early investment!

2. Jackie’s ARCH Nazare (Tuned)

The Breakdown: More than just a motorcycle, this is a piece of V’s history. Jackie’s ARCH is a highly customized, powerful machine with incredible sentimental value. The Tuned version is subtly enhanced for those who chose the Nomad lifepath, though all versions share that signature Arch rumble.
Performance: A top-tier all-rounder. It delivers superb acceleration, great top speed, and is often praised for having the most satisfying, balanced handling on city streets.
How to Get It:
- Method: Free reward after completing the side quest “Heroes.”
- Requirements: This is one of the most crucial choices in the game. During the main mission “The Heist,” you must choose to “Send Jackie’s body to his family” or “Leave it in the car.” If you send him to Victor, you will not get the bike. Mama Welles will contact you later to invite you to the ceremony, which unlocks the “Heroes” quest and the bike.

3. ARCH Nazare “Racer”

The Breakdown: Taking the superb chassis of the standard Nazare and trimming it down for pure performance, the “Racer” variant is built for the street circuit. It maintains the Nazare’s renowned handling but pushes the top-end speed to rival the Kusanagi in a straight line.
Performance: The perfect blend of speed and cornering stability. If you race in Night City, this is your preferred weapon.
How to Get It:
- Method: Purchase from the Auto Fixer network.
- Requirements: Requires Street Cred Level 35-40 (a high investment) and approximately €$138,000. This one costs a lot, but its quality is unmatched.

4. ARCH Nazare “Itsumade”

The Breakdown: A stylish and unique variant, the Itsumade is often associated with the Tyger Claws gang, featuring a slightly redesigned body and a distinctive look. It’s proof that one can look aggressive and ride fast simultaneously.
Performance: Identical to the excellent standard ARCH Nazare, meaning it’s fast, handles beautifully, and has an intimidating presence.
How to Get It:
- Method: Free reward for completing the hidden side job “The Highwayman.”
- Guide:
  1. Start the quest by finding the bike and the key/shard in a garage in Rancho Coronado (Santo Domingo).
  2. Follow the clues and track down James (the man on the bench in Japantown).
  3. Find Josie’s body near the Metro: Glen North fast travel point.
  4. Return to James with the news.
  5. Finally, go to the garage in Northside, Watson (near the All Foods Plant) and enter the code 0214 to claim your bike.

Special & Utility Bikes: Off-Road and Style

These bikes offer unique aesthetics or specialized utility for navigating the varied terrain of Night City and the Badlands.

5. Brennan Apollo “Scorpion”

The Breakdown: The Badlands’ champion. This highly customized Apollo was owned by the Nomad, Scorpion, and is the absolute best bike for going off-road. Its stripped-down design and tuned suspension allow it to traverse the desert dunes and rocky paths outside Night City with ease.
Performance: Its top speed is lower than the ARCH or Yaiba, but its superior off-road grip and stability are unparalleled.
How to Get It:
- Method: Free reward after completing the main mission “Life During Wartime.”
- Requirements: This bike is given to V by Panam Palmer at the end of the quest, making it a guaranteed pickup as you progress through the main story.

6. Brennan Apollo 650-S

The Breakdown: The 650-S is the sportiest version of the utilitarian Apollo line. While it retains the Apollo’s forgiving handling, the 650-S is tuned for better street use and acceleration, making it a great practical bike for city corners.
Performance: Excellent handling and stability. It’s the most user-friendly bike, perfect for new riders or anyone prioritizing control over raw speed.
How to Get It:
- Method: Purchase from the Auto Fixer network.
- Requirements: Requires Street Cred Level 20 and approximately €$36,000. A great value for the price and performance.

7. Yaiba Kusanagi Mizuchi Tyger Claw

The Breakdown: A flashier, Tyger Claw-modified version of the Kusanagi line. This bike has a distinct, high-backed saddle and often features Tyger Claw neon decals, giving it a gang-affiliated, dangerous aesthetic.
Performance: Maintains the blistering speed of the standard Kusanagi, ensuring you don’t sacrifice performance for style.
How to Get It:
- Method: Purchase from the Auto Fixer network.
- Requirements: Requires high Street Cred and a substantial amount of Eddies (similar cost to the standard Kusanagi).

Dependable Classics: The Foundation of Two Wheels

These are the dependable, workhorse bikes that form the backbone of Night City’s motorcycle population.

8. ARCH Nazare

The Breakdown: The core of the ARCH line. The base Nazare is a fantastic machine with a great V-Twin rumble, representing the pinnacle of Western-designed performance bikes.
Performance: Excellent acceleration and top speed, right up there with the best in the game, just slightly eclipsed by its “Racer” variant.
How to Get It:
- Method: Purchase from the Auto Fixer network.
- Requirements: Requires Street Cred Level 27 and approximately €$71,000.

9. Malina-Mobile

The Breakdown: An exclusive and bizarrely-acquired variant of the ARCH Nazare found only in Dogtown. This bike has a very unique, slightly gaudy cosmetic look that makes it a true collector’s item within the expansion.
Performance: Standard, high-performance ARCH Nazare handling and speed.
How to Get It:
- Method: Free reward after completing the side job “Dazed and Confused” in Dogtown (Phantom Liberty DLC).
- Guide: When you complete the Braindance recording with Tool, you must tell Lina to convince Tool that she is his sister. Wait a few days, and she will text you to confirm the drop-off of the bike as a reward.

10. Brennan Apollo

The Breakdown: The original, basic Apollo. While it lacks the raw speed of its competitors, it’s a rugged and reliable machine designed for function and off-road capability. It’s the cheapest bike to acquire for your garage.
Performance: Lowest top speed on this list, but extremely stable and easy to control, which is essential for newer players or complex urban navigation.
How to Get It:
- Method: Purchase from the Auto Fixer network.
- Requirements: Requires Street Cred Level 12 and approximately €$30,000.