The technology of comfort

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Motorcycle seats that tilt forward are understandable on racing bikes, but they make no sense on street bikes. The 1976 Honda CB550K has a comfortable seat, which makes riding a pleasure, but the new Ducati 900SS is uncomfortable. Passenger seats are also important.

Author: Egan, Peter
Design and construction, Motorcycles

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Wind on the chin

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Open-face motorcycle helmets offer advantages over full-face helmets. Open-face helmets create less wind noise, do not muffle engine sounds or voices, and are more convenient when wearing glasses.

Author: Egan, Peter
Evaluation, Clothing, Helmets, Motorcyclists

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Minibike flashback

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Minibikes are scaled-down motorcycles that made their appearance in the US during the 1960s. Minibikes introduced an entire generation of Americans to the joys of motorcycling.

Author: Egan, Peter
Personal narratives, Minibikes

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