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Motorcycles

Any two-wheeled motor vehicle that can carry either one or two passengers.

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bike blessing

Automotive; Motorcycles

Since motorcycling is an activity involving risk, it is sometimes prudent to bless these machines and their riders before a group ride. These are called Bike Blessings or a Blessing of the Bikes. ...

biker

Automotive; Motorcycles

A Biker is one who rides a bike or motorcycle. The term Biker brings up different images to different people. Biker has an edge to it that speaks to a lifestyle. The term Motorcyclist is used ...

blue knights

Automotive; Motorcycles

The Blue Knights® is a non-profit fraternal organization consisting of active and retired law enforcement men and women who enjoy riding motorcycles.

bottom end

Automotive; Motorcycles

Bottom End refers to the bottom portion of a motorcycle engine including the crankshaft, connecting rods and bearings, primary chain, cam sprockets, seals, and other components that support ...

boxer

Automotive; Motorcycles

Refers to the BMW R-Series engine that has two horizontally opposed cylinders.

bungee cord

Automotive; Motorcycles

Bungee cords or nets are used to secure cargo to a bike. There are U-shaped hooks at the ends of the cords that fasten around various parts of the bike as anchors.

cafe racer

Automotive; Motorcycles

A Cafe Racer is a style of bike popularized in London in the '50s where bikers wanted a fast, personalized and distinctive bike to travel from cafe to cafe. Many Cafe Racer bikes have distinctive ...

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