Built around Marine Turbine Technologies's sport motorcycle platform, the 2006 Marine Turbine Technologies Superbike features a purpose-built gas turbine configuration. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 320 HP (233.6 kW) at 5,200 rpm while maximum torque reaches 576.3 Nm (425.1 lb-ft) at 2,000 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a automatic gearbox and chain final drive.
On the scales, the Superbike measures 226.8 kg (500 lbs) dry, translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 1.41 HP/kg (0.71 kg per horsepower). Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 800 mm (31.5 in) seat height — offering a neutral standover height that accommodates most average-inseam riders without sacrificing cornering clearance, combined with a 1,727 mm (68 in) wheelbase engineered for planted straight-line stability. The 32.17-liter (8.5 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints, while factory top speed is listed at 365 km/h (227 mph).
Within MotoLibrary's Marine Turbine Technologies archive, this model family spans 7 indexed model years from 2006 to 2019, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.
Power-to-Weight
1.41 HP/kg (0.71 kg/HP)
Power Band Window
2,000–5,200 rpm
Standover Height
800 mm (31.5 in)
Engine
Engine TypeGas turbine
Engine DetailsGas turbine
Power320.0 HP (233.6 kW)) @ 5200 RPM
Torque576.3 Nm (58.8 kgf-m or 425.1 ft.lbs) @ 2000 RPM
LubricationDry-sump quarts turbine oil
Max RPM6000
Transmission
GearboxAutomatic
Final DriveChain (final drive)
Performance
Top Speed365.3 km/h (227.0 mph)
Chassis
Frame TypeAluminum alloy
Rake27.0°
Front Suspension55 mm inverted fork
Rear SuspensionMono-shock adjustable
Wheelbase1727 mm (68.0 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre120/60-ZR17
Rear Tyre200/50-ZR17
Front BrakesDouble disc
Front Brake Ø320 mm (12.6 inches)
Rear BrakesSingle disc
Rear Brake Ø320 mm (12.6 inches)
Dimensions & Weight
Dry Weight226.8 kg (500.0 pounds)
Power/Weight1.4110 HP/kg
Seat Height800 mm (31.5 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Fuel Capacity32.17 litres (8.50 US gallons)
Other
StarterElectric
Color OptionsInfinite custom colors
Notes
Powered by a Rolls Royce Allison gas turbine engine
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