Motorcycles offer a sense of adventure, freedom, and connectedness that is impossible to replicate in cars. They also burn significantly less fuel than passenger vehicles, helping to mitigate soaring gas prices. For these reasons, the number of motorcycles on the roads continues to increase, even as the average age of riders increases.
If you are thinking about becoming a motorcyclist, it is important to understand the different types of bikes before making a purchase. This will help ensure that you get the type of bike that is right for you and that you have a great riding experience.
The most common motorized vehicle, a motorcycle has two wheels and seats one person. Three-wheeled variants include the moped, scooter and motortricycle.
Power is transmitted from the engine to the rear-wheel sprockets via a chain, belt or shaft, and is controlled by twist-type controls on the handlebars. Brakes are of the disc or drum type, and the clutch is operated by a hand lever located close to the front-wheel axle.
In poor countries, small motorcycles are often used as inexpensive methods of transportation. The 1969 road film Easy Rider, starring Dennis Hopper and Peter Fonda, helped to popularize the image of motorcycle culture as a symbol of rebellion and independence.
Today, new technology is making motorcycles safer to ride. Safety features like antilock braking systems, advanced headlights, and motorcycle-specific communication systems can all improve safety on the road. Riders should always wear a helmet and avoid driving while distracted. The majority of multi-vehicle motorcycle crashes are caused when other drivers fail to see the motorcyclist.
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