A steam-powered Suzuki Hayabusa is planning to break the land speed record for the fastest steam-powered motorcycle this year.

Built by Chris Wedgewood from the Isle of Man, the steam bike is planned to hit 193km/h.

The heavily-modified Hayabusa is powered by a complex steam engine that produces 2,000psi and 510°C of steamy goodness.

You read that right, ladies and gentlemen. An amazing individual on this planet has built a steam-powered Suzuki Hayabusa and it is not just for show or technical exercise. This bloke is going to ride it and break the world record for the fastest going steam-powered motorcycle. (more…)