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Motorcycles
Any two-wheeled motor vehicle that can carry either one or two passengers.
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neutral indicator switch
Automotive; Motorcycles
A switch, usually mounted on end of shift drum, which completes circuit of neutral indicator light when gearbox is in neutral.
horsepower (h.p.)
Automotive; Motorcycles
A unit for measuring the power of engines, motors, etc.; 1 h.p. Equals 550 foot-pounds per second.
non-primary kickstart
Automotive; Motorcycles
A kickstart system using gearbox input shaft and clutch hub to connect kickstart lever to crankshaft. For starting, gearbox must be in neutral and clutch engaged.
hydraulic brake
Automotive; Motorcycles
A braking system using hydraulic fluid, piston, and cylinders to provide extremely high pressure for brake application.
air filter
Automotive; Motorcycles
A device with paper, oiled foam, oiled gauze or wire mesh to prevent entry of dirt or foreign particles into engine through air intake.
non-unit construction
Automotive; Motorcycles
Engine design with separate engine crankcase and gearbox case.
