Engineered by Marine Turbine Technologies for the sport motorcycle segment, the 2009 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 6,000 rpm while maximum torque reaches 678 Nm (500.1 lb-ft) at 6,000 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a automatic gearbox and chain final drive.
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 34-liter (9 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints, while factory top speed is listed at 402 km/h (250 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.
Standover Height
800 mm (31.5 in)
Engine
Engine TypeGas turbine
Engine DetailsGas turbine
Power320.0 HP (233.6 kW)) @ 6000 RPM
Torque678.0 Nm (69.1 kgf-m or 500.1 ft.lbs) @ 6000 RPM
LubricationDry-sump
Transmission
GearboxAutomatic
Final DriveChain (final drive)
Performance
Top Speed402.3 km/h (250.0 mph)
Chassis
Frame TypeTubular aluminum alloy
Rake27.0°
Front SuspensionInverted fork, 55 mm
Rear SuspensionOhlins mono-shock, adjustable
Wheelbase1727 mm (68.0 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre120/60-ZR17
Rear Tyre240/50-ZR17
Front BrakesDouble disc. Bremo, 4 piston calipers
Front Brake Ø320 mm (12.6 inches)
Rear BrakesSingle disc. Bremo, 4 piston calipers
Rear Brake Ø320 mm (12.6 inches)
Dimensions & Weight
Seat Height800 mm (31.5 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Fuel Capacity34.00 litres (8.98 US gallons)
Reserve Fuel6.00 litres (1.59 US gallons)
Oil Capacity3.30 litres (3.49 US quarts)
Other
StarterElectric
Color OptionsYellow, titanium, platinium or custom color.
Notes
Rolls Royce Allison gas turbine. Optional 420 Hp gas turbine will be made available by MTT.
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Suspension
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Transmission
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