Difference between revisions of "Motorcycle"
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'''Dual-purpose bikes''' are a middle-ground between the two other classes, functioning well in both areas. However, the requirements for both often conflict, so the bikes are usually better at one than the other. | '''Dual-purpose bikes''' are a middle-ground between the two other classes, functioning well in both areas. However, the requirements for both often conflict, so the bikes are usually better at one than the other. | ||
| − | + | '''[[Choppers]]:''' Motorcycles based on a cruiser-style frame with longer front forks. | |
| + | '''[[Sport bike]]s:''' Fast and sleek motorcycles created to give maximum performance for racing or spirited road riding. | ||
| + | Popular brands of motorcycles include [[Honda]], [[Yamaha]], Kawazaki, Suzuki, Aprilia etc. Minor brands include Royal Enfield, BSA, Sybian and Triumph. | ||
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Revision as of 21:36, August 18, 2008
A motorcycle, or motorbike, is a single-track, two-wheeled motor vehicle powered by an engine.
In many poorer nations, Motorcycles are the main form of transportation, as they are cheaper to purchase and run than larger vehicles.
Types of Motorcycle
Most motorbikes can be put into one of three categories:
Street bikes are meant for riding on streets.
Off-road bikes are meant for riding through unpaved areas too rough for a street bike.
Dual-purpose bikes are a middle-ground between the two other classes, functioning well in both areas. However, the requirements for both often conflict, so the bikes are usually better at one than the other. Choppers: Motorcycles based on a cruiser-style frame with longer front forks. Sport bikes: Fast and sleek motorcycles created to give maximum performance for racing or spirited road riding. Popular brands of motorcycles include Honda, Yamaha, Kawazaki, Suzuki, Aprilia etc. Minor brands include Royal Enfield, BSA, Sybian and Triumph.