The middleweight naked category is one of the hottest and most competitive in the motorcycle industry, with some of the ‘big-hitter’ models receiving constant updates and new offerings arriving every year.

With so many fantastic bikes available, it's hard to narrow things down to just 10, but in this list, I'm going to do my best to cover a wide variety of the very best ‘middleweight’ naked motorcycles on the market for 2026.

Let’s get into it…

Kicking off our top 10 today is the 2026 CFMoto 800NK, a sporty-looking naked packed with all the modern tech and agile handling abilities you could ask for!

Powering the 800NK is a 799cc parallel twin with Bosch EFI, kicking out around 100 ponies and 59.7lb-ft of torque. This beauty has plenty of power for quick acceleration off the lights and carriageway (or motorway, depending on which part of the UK you’re from), riding with ease.

Pair this with the handful of tech, including a curved TFT display with Apple CarPlay, Navigation & Info Display via the Rider App, Traction Control, ABS, 6D sensors all round, as well as keyless start and remote activation. And this is a bike that, in fact, does have all the frills and is a serious contender against the likes of the Hornet and Yamaha MT-09.

Now I can already hear the comments asking about the price, and unfortunately, at the time of writing, there is no official price released for the 2026 CFMoto 800NK; however, I would expect £7,500.

 

In at nine is the Benelli 752S, a stunning naked that blends the right amount of Italian Heritage with modern performance.

It comes equipped with a 754cc twin-cylinder engine, capable of producing 76hp and 67Nm of torque. Arguably, the 752S has some of the lowest stats we’re going to see featured on the list today; however, speed and power aren’t always people’s cup of tea.

Another group of bikers this bike also appeals to is those who prefer a bike to keep it simple. For 2026, the 752S comes equipped with full LED lighting, a digital TFT display with day and night modes, and ABS - there are no hidden advanced ride modes or traction control here!

Onto the price, and you can pick up a brand new Benelli 752S in four different colourway options, for £5,999 - making this a great mid-sized naked bike option for those on a budget, or those who just want a simple commuter for the A to Bs.

 

Up next is the very highly anticipated KTM 990 Duke!

For 2026, the KTM 990 Duke (as well as its supersports sibling the 990 RC R) comes packed with a lethal LC8c parallel-twin engine and 6-speed gearbox, pumping out a rather generous 123 ponies and a top speed of 150mph. 

When it comes to sharp handling, this is where the 990 Duke really sits within its stride. Featuring three riding modes (+2 optional Performance & Track Modes), traction control, upgraded WP APEX suspension, engine brake control paired with the lightweight steel trellis frame, and you have yourself a bike set for nimble riding in both the urban and rural jungles.

For £11k, you can get your hands on a brand new KTM 990, which is a little on the pricer side; however, if you have a few K in the bank to splurge, then why not?

 

Moving on to the seventh, and we have a returner from last year's list, the Suzuki GSX-8S!

Introduced to the Suzuki lineup back in 2023, as the all-new successor model to their longstanding SV650, the 8S sports an updated engine and a whole suite of neat tech features. 

Packing a 776cc DOHC parallel twin with a 270-degree firing order and 78Nm of torque, the 8S can reach top speeds of up to 130mph and kick out 83 ponies.

Speaking of usability and comfort, the 8S is also equipped with a slim fuel tank, upright (yet sporty) riding position and KYB inverted front forks with rear link-type shocks, all adding to the bike's simplistic, easy-to-ride nature.

All in all, the Suzuki GSX-8S is a naked built for everyday practicality, ideal for both commuters and for those who keep their rides for the weekends alike - all for the price of £8,299!

 

 

For number six, we have a bike that would have been on all of your Christmas wishlists, the all-new Ducati Streetfighter V2!

Built upon the Panigale V2 chassis, the Streetfighter has had its fairings stripped off. It has been fitted with upright handlebars and seating position to create a more engaging street-oriented ride - ideal for those winding backroads and open carriageways.

For the engine, you will find a meaty 890cc 90-degree V2 engine, capable of producing 120hp and 93.3Nm of torque @ 8,250rpm. Combine that with the 178kg dry weight, and the Streetfighter can tackle bendy roads and get off the lights with ease.

In terms of styling, it’s fair to say that the Streetfighter V2 is a naked that oozes Ducati’s signature aggressive streetfighter styling and performance, and fits into the middle-weight class rather nicely (though it will come with a £14,295 price tag).

 

Sitting pretty in the middle of our list today is one of the elder siblings, the Kawasaki Z900!

Sporting a 948cc inline four engine with Kawasaki Quick Shifter, the Z900 allows for smooth acceleration and deceleration, ideal for tackling the suburban jungle and commuting via the motorways with ease.

One of my favourite aspects of this bike is the styling. This aggressive-looking supernaked comes packed with an all-new, sharper-looking front end, compacting the headlights and making the front cowl just that bit sleeker.

For 2026, the Z900 comes in three different colourway options - with the Ebony/Metallic Carbon Grey edition being my personal favourite!

 

Missing out on a top-three spot is the beloved Yamaha MT-07, a model that seems to come back around once a year for our middleweight Naked’s top 10…

We’ve chosen the Y-AMT option for our list, and here’s why. We got to test the capabilities of the Y-AMT back in September 2024, and it’s safe to say we were impressed. On both the motorways and the slow roads, the Y-AMT in automatic was smooth and quick - and it was immediately apparent that D mode would be ideal for the long jaunts on motorways.

Another plus of the MT-07 is the trusty CP2 engine, which was tweaked for 2025 due to Euro 5+ emission standards. However, that hasn’t taken away from the engine's roar, kicking off a healthy 73hp and 68 Nm of torque.

Overall, the MT-07 is a great first entry into the naked big-bike category, providing you with not too much, but equally not too little power. Making for an easy ride, and I think that is why this model has stuck around as part of the Yamaha lineup for so many years - it really has withstood the test of time!

 

Moving swiftly onto our third spot today is the Triumph Trident 660!

Starting off with the tech and back in 2025, Triumph introduced cornering ABS, traction control, Triumph Shift Assist & Cruise Control to the Trident 660, as standard. If you are someone who welcomes modern tech through the door, it doesn’t get much better than the decked-out 660 in all honesty.

For the engine, you’ll find a 660cc (as the name suggests) inline 3-cylinder, capable of producing 81 ponies and top speeds of up to 130mph comfortably. Again, it's not got the top-end ponies like some of the others on this list, but it competes rather healthily with the likes of the Suzuki GSX-8S (and comes equipped with far more techy bits) for a few hundred pounds cheaper.

For 2026, the Trident 660 will cost you £7,895 and comes in four different colourway options, including the iconic Red, Black/Yellow, Black/Blue and of course the all back version.

If you are interested, currently Triumph are offering a Triple Tribute Edition of the 660 for £8,045, but in my opinion, if you have the budget, this would be the one I’d opt for - without a doubt.

 

Just missing out on the #1 spot is the BMW F 900 R, a supernaked perfect for both sporty rides on the weekend and everyday commutes.

Putting out 105 ponies and 93Nm of torque, the 895cc twin engine with a 6-speed gearbox has strong performance across the rev range. It’s also a lively little accelerator, meaning you’ll always be the first person over the line once the lights turn green.

Aside from its meaty engine, the F 900 R comes packed with some pretty neat tech and spec, including all-new adjustable upside-down suspension, BMW Motorrad ABS, Dynamic Traction Control (DTC) and Traction Control (TC) all as standard. 

So, if you’re looking for a naked that blends engaging performance, great modern technology and easy usability all into one bike, then for £9,120 you can pick yourself up an all-new F 900 R for 2026. 

 

Taking the #1 spot is a BikeMatters tried and tested - the Honda CB750 Hornet!

The CB750 is the middle sibling of the Hornet family, slotting itself perfectly into our middleweight naked bike list today. Sporting a 755cc liquid-cooled parallel twin with E-Clutch (new addition for 2026), this bad boy kicks out 90hp and 74.4Nm peak torque at 7,000rpm.

It’s a seriously torquey weapon, with the torque found low in the revs and power running high into each of the 6 gears. Combine that with the 270-degree crank with uneven firing order, and it produces one of the BEST riding characteristics of a twin motor we’ve ever tested.

The Hornet also comes packed with all the great tech-y bits, including selectable torque and wheelie control, throttle by wire, rider modes, and even a customisable mode that allows you to adjust the power and engine braking!

Whilst the price of the 2026 Hornet is unconfirmed at the time of writing, we would expect it to sit around the £7,600 mark, a few hundred pounds more than the 2025 edition (£7,449). Although when you consider the modern updates, it makes sense.

 

So there you have it, I hope you enjoyed my rundown of the Top 10 BEST middleweight naked bikes for 2026!

Last but not least, if you have your very own naked bike you need to insure - make sure to get a quote directly with Lexham!