5 reasons to own a Nagasaki Shotaro in GTA Online

GTA Online's Nagasaki Shotaro is a motorcycle that players often see trending on the internet, and for good reason. It has a unique and futuristic design that looks like inspired by the Tron movies. With a price tag of $2,225,000, it's one of the most expensive vehicles in its category. If you're into futuristic vehicles that are clearly added to the game as a throwback to pop culture, you'll love the Shotaro.

Several other factors will make you fall in love with the Nagasaki Shotaro, like its exceptional handling and a top speed that justifies its price. Furthermore, it has a unique glow-in-the-dark effect that no other vehicle can boast of.

In light of that, we've listed all the reasons that justify buying a Nagasaki Shotaro in GTA Online.

Note: The article is subjective and solely reflects the writer's opinion.

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Nagasaki Shotaro in GTA 5 Online: Why should you buy it

1) Tron motorbike design

The Nagasaki Shotaro is essentially the Tron Light Cycle (Image via Rockstar Games)

The GTA Online Nagasaki Shotaro is basically Rockstar Games's take on the Light Cycle from the Tron movie franchise. In fact, the design resembles the 5th generation model seen in Tron: Legacy (2010). It's also somewhat inspired by the Lotus C-01, a concept motorbike created by Kodewa in 2014. Interestingly, both the Light Cycle and the Lotus C-01 were the brainchildren of the same designer, Daniel Simon.

Meanwhile, the name of the vehicle is a reference to Shotaro Kaneda, the protagonist from the popular cyberpunk manga and anime movie Akira. His motorcycle in Akira is somewhat similar in appearance, although it's bulkier and more angular.

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2) Glow-in-the-dark effect

The glow-in-the-dark effect of the Nagasaki Shotaro in GTA Online is an obvious reference to the Light Cycle from Tron. The vehicle is prominently featured in the GTA Online Deadline Adversary Mode, where it even has light trails. These light trails are used to eliminate your opponents in this game mode, but they're not available in the purchasable variant.

That said, if you want to look the part, you can buy a Deadline biker outfit that also comes equipped with the neon glow.

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3) Nagasaki Shotaro: Exceptional handling

This motorbike is quite fast thanks to its handling (Image via Rockstar Games)

The GTA 5 Shotaro has a top speed of 123.75 mph, as measured by YouTuber Broughy1322. However, this isn't what lets it take its spot in the list of the fastest motorcycles in GTA Online. The Shotaro has exceptional handling, and while the speed isn't the best, it's also not underwhelming.

As a result, the vehicle has a lap time of just 0:57.490, which was again, tested by Broughy1322. This places it just behind the Western Powersurge on the list of the fastest motorcycles without a boost.

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4) Perfect for races

Deadline already features racing in Shotaros (Image via Rockstar Games)

The Shotaro is the perfect vehicle for racing in GTA Online. Before the release of the Powersurge, it used to be the best choice, but it's still quite relevant. Thanks to its exceptional handling and steering response, you can take on the twistiest circuits with relative ease. This may even seem weird considering the shape of the vehicle.

The Shotaro is quite long, possibly longer than any other motorcycle in the game. It's also quite easy to just travel across the map with this vehicle.

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5) Unique collectible

You can look the part with matching rider outfits (Image via Rockstar Games)

As stated earlier, the GTA Online Nagasaki Shotaro is a perfect collectible for anyone who likes to own unique things in Los Santos. Not only does it have a Tron motrocycle-like design but its colorful appearance also catches all eyes at night-time. With Grand Theft Auto 6 just around the corner, players should definitely collect the Shotaro while they still can.