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Motorcycles are cheap to run, exciting to ride and a quick way to travel through traffic. Styles of motorcycles vary depending on the task for which they are designed, such as long distance travel, navigating congested urban traffic, cruising, sport and racing, or off-road conditions.

In many parts of the world, motorcycles are among the least expensive and most widespread forms of motorised transport. After the Second World War, the BSA Group became the largest producer of motorcycles in the world, producing up to 75,000 bikes a year in the 1950s.

Almost all commercially available motorcycles are driven by conventional gasoline internal combustion engines, but some small scooter-type models use an electric motor, and a very small number of diesel models exist. Liquid-cooled motorcycles have a radiator (exactly like the radiator on a car) which is the primary way their heat is dispersed. Liquid cooled motorcycles have the potential for greater power at a given displacement, tighter tolerances, and longer operating life, whereas air cooled motorcycles are potentially cheaper to purchase, less mechanically complex and lighter weight.

Only the largest touring motorcycles and a few models that are routinely used with a sidecar or converted to tricycle configuration are fitted with a reverse gear. At one time, motorcycles all used spoke wheels built up from separate components , but, except for dirtbikes, one-piece wheels are more common now. Brakes can either be drum or disc based, with disc brakes being more common on large, modern or more expensive motorcycles for their far superior stopping power, particularly in wet conditions.

Modern designs have the two wheels of a motorcycle connected to the chassis by a suspension arrangement, however 'chopper' style motorcycles often elect to forgo rear suspension, using a rigid frame. As can be seen from the streamlined appearance of new performance motorcycles, there is much aerodynamic technology included in the design. Modern fairings on touring and sport-touring motorcycles dramatically improve a rider's comfort and attention on long rides by reducing the effect of the wind and rain on the body.

While the reasons for people choosing to ride motorcycles are many and varied, those reasons are increasingly practical, with riders opting for a powered two-wheeler as a cost-efficient alternative to infrequent and expensive public transport systems, or as a means of avoiding or reducing the effects of urban congestion.

Motorcycles from a number of manufacturers now have electric windshields, which raise and lower the windshield with the push of a button to the optimum height for conditions.

In England, motorcycles are exempt from the £8 per day London congestion charge other vehicles have to pay to enter the city during the day.

In many cultures, motorcycles are the primary means of motorized transport.

Electric motorcycles are emission free during operation, producing the electricity that charges the batteries in them can be a cause of pollution. Street customs: Highly customised motorcycles with wild paint jobs also built for show, but constructed from a sport bike frame instead of a cruiser-style frame.

The chassis (or frame) of a motorcycle is typically made from welded aluminium or steel (or alloy) struts, with the rear suspension being an integral component in the design.

Steve Harris

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NSU Touring Sport Motorcycle $339.99 NSU Touring Sport Motorcycle - Framed Giclee Print

Touring Windscreen $121.99 Puig Touring Windscreen Puig Touring Windscreens are made of high impact acrylic, giving each screen added strength and flexibility. 3mm thickness helps absorb vibration at high speeds and offers resistance from cracking or scratching. All screens are developed using data provided from wind tunnel testing. The rear edge creates additional wind protection and a more comfortable ride.

Touring Style Pillion Pad $128.99 Danny Gray Touring Style Pillion Pad Optional pillion pad for Danny Gray Weekday Solo seats Available in Sleek or Touring styles

Touring Boots $79.99 Vega Touring Boots Top quality leather in a sleek design with waterproof leather uppers Adjustable calf gusset provides excellent fit Mid-calf height Zipper and hook-and-loop closures provide double security Sturdy rubber sole

Sport Touring Lamp System $364.95 PIAA Sport Touring Lamp System Designed to enhance the fashion and performance of your motorcycle. Complete kit includes: 2 PIAA 1100X Powersports lamps 2 custom mounting brackets Wiring harness Hardware and instructions

Touring Sunglasses $119.95 Spy Optic Touring Sunglasses America's most-wanted frame. Handsome and tough with a metal nose grille, big block hinge and rear temple spoiler Features: Custom built from luxurious propionate 8 x 4 Base Toric ARC® lenses Sturdy temples with spoiler and metal details Sturdy 8mm hinge 100% UV protection Frame measures: 64-14.5-122

Touring Pillion Pad $134.99 Saddlemen Touring Pillion Pad Wide touring style pillion pad Works with Saddlemen Solo Seats Features SaddleGel for additional comfort Available with or without studs Made in the U.S.A.

Touring Rubber Footpads $22.99 BikeMaster Touring Rubber Footpads A simple design that offers more comfort and less fatigue while riding your touring bike or cruiser motorcycle. BikeMaster stuck to the 'Keep It Simple and Stupid" design?method when developing the Touring Rubber Footpad. It isn't anything flashy but it gets the job done in a most versatile fashion. This footpad add an extra position for your feet- resulting in increased circulation and decreased rider fatigue. Large surface to distribute weight along entire foot Rubber pad for a no-slip surface Easy to use U-Clamp design Install in minute effortlessly Fits 7/8"?to 1" rails Sold in pairs

Ultra Touring Rear Shocks $699.95 Progressive Suspension Ultra Touring Rear Shocks Specifically designed to deliver a comfortable ride at a 1" lowered stance, the Ultra Touring shocks utilize all the suspension travel provided by these 13" eye to eye units, but provide a 1" lowered ride height. The unique Ultra Touring spring combination not only delivers a lowered ride height while it's being ridden, but also while it's on the side stand. Sits lower than full length shocks but retains all travel for ultra smooth ride Progressive Rate Main springs specifically designed for touring Secondary Spring allows full droop travel and lowered stance 1980-2010 Touring Models

Super Touring Seat $465.95 Mustang Super Touring Seat The one-piece "Super" comfortable touring design provides the rider?with the fullest, most comfortable seat possible and sits the driver 1.75" further back than stock. Includes receiver for optional backrest (FLHT, FLHR,FLHX) sold separately Made in the USA Will fit with handrail

Dual Air Touring Horns $55.99 Biker's Choice: Dual Air Touring Horns 12 Volt High Quality appearance and more than adequate decibel level Hardware and instructions included

Sport Touring Windscreen $89.95 Zero Gravity Sport Touring Windscreen Designed to reduce the windblast on the sport touring rider and provide more comfort while in the upright riding position Raise the point at which the wind hits the rider by several inches to significantly reduce the windblast Buffeting and other aerodynamic considerations will vary according to the riders’ physical dimensions Made to the highest Zero Gravity standards, each Sport Touring screen is designed to enhance the look of the sportbike as well as provide better rider comfort **Note: Windscreen for 02-06 Honda RC51 will be 1" shorter than stock

DNR Touring Headset Kit $84.99 ChatterBox DNR Touring Headset Kit ChatterBox introduces its new Noise Reducing Touring Headsets. We've incorporated a dynamic stereo mic and speaker system designed to reduce ambient noise while enhancing voice clarity and music fidelity. These Noise Reduction headsets are easy to install into most helmets and plug directly into most original factory OEM 5 Pin systems on touring bikes such as Honda Goldwing, Yamaha venture, etc. Features: Includes mini cord & hook up cord Headset / Full or Open Face **Note: Helmet not included.

Rain Covers for Spirit-50 Touring Saddlebags $11.99 Nelson-Rigg Rain Covers for Spirit-50 Touring Saddlebags 100% Waterproof Rain Covers for the Nelson-Rigg Spirit-50 Touring Saddlebags Click Here for Additional Luggage Information

Summer Touring Socks $19.95 Summer Touring Socks from Alpinestars Nostatex sole for wicking moisture away from skin Ribbed design reduces bunching at the heel and ankle Strategically positioned mesh areas for maximum comfort Mid calf length

Sport/Touring Bracket $99.95 PIAA Sport/Touring Bracket Stamped-steel brackets are custom-made to fit specific bikes Can be used with either 1100X, 005, 004X or 004XT lamp kits Easy to install; sold in pairs

Heavy Duty Touring Windshield $197.99 National Cycle Heavy Duty Touring Windshield Heavy Duty™ Windshields are fixed-mount windshields that use an allen key for removal. Only National Cycle Heavy Duty windshields can fit a long legacy of older motorcycles as well as the newest cruisers. A perennial best seller, the Touring Heavy Duty™ offers plenty of height and width for larger riders or those wanting maximum wind protection. The classic looks will enhance the front end of any bike. Material: 4.0mm Quantum™ Hardcoated Lexan® Polycarbonate. Lexan® Polycarbonate with Quantum™ hardcoat is the highest quality motorcycle windscreen material available. It is vastly superior to any other hardcoat application and is virtually indestructible. DOT/ABE Approved. Covered by National Cycle's 3-YEAR UNBREAKABLE WARRANTY!

Touring Slip On Mufflers $224.99 Cobra Touring Slip On Mufflers The Cobra Slip-On Touring Muffler features a deeper, more mellow sound than stock Slip-on design utilizes the stock headpipes Dual chrome muffler style - one per side Baffles are removable Made in the USA Actual product may vary from web image Click Here for Additional Exhaust Information

Adjustable Touring Saddlebags $124.99 Adjustable Touring Saddlebags from Willie & Max Adjustable yokes fit any seat Sizes to fit any bike Quick-release buckles Zipper can be locked to the D-ring attachments on the bag with a small padlock (not included) or a cable tie Zippered yoke assemblies and convenient removable carrying handle Carry handle is unique in that you can carry both bags with one handle Touring is 14" W x 13" H x 5 1/2" D Click Here for Additional Luggage Information

Classic Touring Helmet $49.99 Skid Lid Classic Touring Helmet The Classic Touring Helmet from Skid Lid features a newly redesigned shape with a slimmer profile and improved fit Classic styling Thermoplastic alloy injected shell Leather-look, removable ear cover/neck curtain 3-snap shorty visor Retention straps with D-rings Meets or exceeds D.O.T. standards

Super Touring Seat with Backrest $719.95 Mustang Super Touring Seat with Backrest The one-piece "Super" comfortable touring design provides the rider (19" wide) with the fullest, most comfortable seat possible and sits the driver 1.75" further back than stock. The driver backrest is totally adjustable and easily removable and is built into the seat. Backrest is 7" high by 12" wide and removable without tools Made in the USA Will fit with handrails

Custom Touring Mirror $71.99 Biker's Choice Custom Touring Mirror 1” wider than O.E.M. mirrors Includes wide eye lens hidden in the mirror glass Available in Chrome or Black finish Comes with hardware, instructions and mounting template Sold in pairs Fits 96-08 FLHT, FLHTC, FLHTCU

Women's Touring Boots $79.99 Vega Women's Touring Boots Top quality leather in a sleek design with waterproof leather uppers Adjustable calf gusset provides excellent fit Mid-calf height Zipper and hook-and-loop closures provide double security Ladies sizes 5-11 made on true ladies last for superior fit Sturdy rubber sole

Touring Open Face Balaclava $24.95 Alpinestars Touring Open Face Balaclava Heavyweight and moisture wicking material that can be used for any season Open face design with ergonomic fit Flat lock seams for comfort feel Strategic chin panel design for better fit, feel and comfort Extended neck length for added protection Reflective printed Astar logo

Vintage Sport Touring Seat $439.95 Mustang Vintage Sport Touring Seat Deeply contoured front bucket; passenger seat angles forward to support the rider’s back Premium-quality expanded vinyl cover Passenger sits comfortably in a bucket seat that utilizes built-in steel support wings Vintage has no studs or conchos for a clean, smooth look

Regal Wide Touring Seat $478.95 Mustang Regal Wide Touring Seat Engineered and constructed for total comfort Rubber bumpers strategically placed to prevent vibration Most seats are one-piece vinyl with a 3/16" fiberglass base Premium quality expanded vinyl cover Made in the U.S.A. **Note: Sizes and shapes vary depending on model

Touring Kidney Belt $69.95 Alpinestars Touring Kidney Belt Supportive thermoformed PE foam and molded PU support panels Removable quilted thermal liner Wind breaking front flaps Ergonomically designed for maximum stability on the torso and lower back Dual elastic waistband for secure and precise fit

Touring Studded Saddlebags $143.99 Touring Studded Saddlebags from Willie & Max Feature studs along edges and eagle concho on each bag Larger for touring demands Quick-release buckles Zipper can be locked to the D-ring attachments on the bag with a small padlock (not included) or a cable tie Zippered yoke assemblies and convenient removable carrying handle Carry handle is unique in that you can carry both bags with one handle Measures= 14 1/2" W x 12" H x 5 1/2" D Click Here for Additional Luggage Information

Renegade Deluxe Touring Pillion with Studs $139.99 Saddlemen Renegade Deluxe Touring Pillion with Studs Renegade Deluxe Touring style seats are wide and low for superior style and comfort. Supple SaddleHyde™ offers a combination of comfort, glove-soft leathery feel and weather-resistant, no-maintenance good looks Pillions feature SaddleGel™ for additional comfort Made in the U.S.A.

Touring Hard OEM Saddlebag Liner $35.99 River Road Touring Hard OEM Saddlebag Liner O.E.M. Touring Hard Saddlebag Liners from River Road are constructed from quality water-resistant materials 2-way zippered opening Made to fit OE Touring Fiberglass Saddlebags Interior side pockets and small exterior zipper pocket Reinforced bottom Includes a 1-year manufacturer's warranty Dimensions: 19"W x 11-1/2"H x 6-1/2"D Click Here for Additional Luggage Information

Scout Touring Drystar Pants $249.95 Alpinestars Scout Touring Drystar Pants Waterproof Sport Touring pants have been developed for use in all weather conditions both in the city and out on the open road. They combine practicality with elegant aesthetic details and are 100% waterproof for comfort and protection against the elements. Features: Waterproof Sport Touring pant. Constructed with a stylish Nylon outer fabric for an aesthetically pleasing look Alpinestars exclusive waterproof and breathable Drystar internal lining construction 3M reflective panels for night time visibility Multiple-stitched main seam construction for maximum tear resistance Alpinestars removable CE certified smart protectors Ergonomic sport fit for a fitted feel Pre-bent legs for a ergonomic fit in the riding position Removable thermal full length liner Waist connection zipper allows attachment to selected Alpinestars Leather and Textile jackets Waist adjustment Velcro? pull tabs Leg gusset openings with YKK spiral zippers Embroidered logos **Closeouts are limited to stock on hand**

Classic CL-850 Touring Saddlebags $152.99 Nelson-Rigg Classic CL-850 Touring Saddlebags Securely mount using wide Velcro? straps and quick release buckles Heat Resistant under panels External buckles for compatibility with our tail packs Front mesh pockets to hold cans or water bottles 100% WATERPROOF RAINSTORM COVER Main compartment measures: 17"L X 9"W X 14"H Holds 35.10 Liters per side Click Here for Additional Luggage Information

Touring Warmskin Balaclava $23.95 Schampa Touring Warmskin Balaclava Schampa has created a balaclava that no longer has that annoying seam down the front of the forehead, or face. No more pressure point, no more seam down the front of your mouth, fits like a glove and is made with Schampa’s WarmSkin fabric. Features: Fall/Winter/Spring Wickable & Breathable Skin tight fit, great fit and feel One Size Fits Most Black

Vintage Wide Touring Seat $445.95 Mustang Vintage Wide Touring Seat Deeply contoured front bucket; passenger seat angles forward to support the rider’s back Premium-quality expanded vinyl cover Built-in steel support wings in the passenger seat One-piece or two-piece designs Studded style features studded skirt with conchos and a braid that extends below the edge of the seat Vintage has no studs or conchos for a clean, smooth look

GP Touring Handlebar $19.99 Bikemaster GP Touring Handlebar Manufactured from high quality steel yet economically priced Available in bright durable chrome or tough black paint All bars are 7/8" OD (outside diameter) Measurements: Width = 28" Rise = 4.2" Pullback = 4.2 " Center = 4.8" Sizing Information: Rise = how high the bars are from top to bottom Width = end to end measurement Pullback = how far bars come back toward rider Center = length of center between first bends