Top 10 Fantasy Films with Motorcycles

Description: Although primarily a western, this film includes elements of fantasy with the Lone Ranger's silver bullet and his iconic horse, Silver, which could be seen as a precursor to the magical motorcycles in later films.

Fact: The film was one of the first to use a motorcycle in a western setting, symbolizing the transition from the Old West to the modern era.

Description: In this adventure film, two young explorers ride motorcycles through the jungle in search of a legendary city, blending elements of fantasy with the thrill of exploration.

Fact: The film was part of the "Romancing the Stone" series, and the motorcycles used were vintage models, adding to the film's adventurous feel.

Description: This film features the Phantom, a costumed crime-fighter, who uses a skull ring and a mystical motorcycle to battle evil, blending superhero elements with fantasy.

Fact: The film's costume designer created a unique look for the Phantom's motorcycle, making it appear as if it was part of the jungle itself.

Description: This film takes the concept of a motorcycle-riding superhero to a whole new level with Nicolas Cage as Johnny Blaze, who transforms into the Ghost Rider, a flaming-skulled vigilante on a quest for vengeance. The motorcycle itself is a character, with its own supernatural abilities.

Fact: The film's special effects team created a custom motorcycle that could transform into the Ghost Rider's fiery bike. Also, the film was inspired by the Marvel Comics character of the same name.

Description: Although primarily a biographical drama, this film captures the spirit of adventure and the mystical journey of young Che Guevara across South America, where the motorcycle becomes a symbol of freedom and exploration.

Fact: The film was shot in the actual locations where Che Guevara traveled, and the motorcycle used in the film was a 1939 Norton

Description: While not fantasy in the traditional sense, this film delves into the underground world of motorcycle street racing, where the riders are almost mythic figures, and the bikes themselves seem to have a life of their own.

Fact: Laurence Fishburne, who plays the lead, learned to ride a motorcycle for the film, and the movie features real-life motorcycle racers.

Description: While not strictly fantasy, "Torque" features high-octane motorcycle action with a touch of the surreal. The film's protagonist, Cary Ford, gets entangled in a world of bikers, drugs, and a mysterious motorcycle gang with seemingly supernatural abilities.

Fact: The film was originally conceived as a video game, and many of the motorcycle stunts were performed by professional riders, including Carey Hart.

Description: This comedy involves four middle-aged men who embark on a cross-country motorcycle trip, encountering a biker gang with a touch of the fantastical in their larger-than-life personas and the mythical status they hold in the biker community.

Fact: The film was inspired by a real-life group of friends who took a similar trip, and the bikes used were custom-built for the film.

Description: Based on Stephen King's series, this film features a gunslinger on a quest to save his world, with scenes involving a mystical motorcycle chase, adding a modern twist to the fantasy genre.

Fact: The film was initially planned as a TV series, and the motorcycle chase was one of the few action sequences retained from the original script.

Description: While not directly about motorcycles, this prequel features a young Mathayus who, in his quest for vengeance, encounters mystical elements and rides a chariot that could be seen as a precursor to the fantasy motorcycle.

Fact: The film was shot in South Africa, and the chariot scenes were designed to give a sense of speed and power, akin to motorcycle action.