Guide Note

A motorcycle is a two-wheeled motorized vehicle similar to a bicycle, but powered by an engine.

Fast Facts

First developed in 1868 as a steam-driven vehicle¹
The first gas-powered motorcycle was developed in 1885¹
In 1998, nearly 5 million motorcycles were registered in the U.S.¹
Harley-Davidson manufactured 88,000 motorcycles for use in World War II²
Harley-Davidson produces motorcycles for police departments in 45 countries²
In 2006, 4,935 motorcycles were involved in fatal accidents in the U.S.³
Prices range from a few thousand dollars for a used motorcycle to more than $20,000 for a new top of the line model⁴

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Wikipedia: Motorcycle
Official site: Honda Motorcycles
Official site: Harley-Davidson
Official site: Kawasaki
PowerSports Network: Motorcycle Showroom
Google News: Motorcycle
YouTube Video: Motorcycle Stunts (Time: 6:45)

Motorcycle Manufacturers

Harley Davidson: Harley-Davidson Motorcycles | Mahalo: Harley-Davidson
Honda: Official Honda Motorcycles Website | Mahalo: Honda
Kawasaki.com: Official Kawasaki Website
Buell.com: Official Buell Website
Mahalo: Suzuki
Mahalo: BMW
Triumph.co.uk:Official Triumph Website
Mahalo: Ducati
Yamaha-Motor.com: Official Yamaha Website

Motorcycle Information & Buying Guides

Epinions.com: Motorcycle Consumer Reviews
Chiff.com: Tips for Beginners
MotorCycleNews.com: Motorcycle News Magazine
Motorcycle-USA.com: Motorcycle Buying Guides
Timberwoof.com: Motorcycle FAQ: Maintaining Your Motorcycle
Powersports Network: Motorcycle News Headlines
Clarity.net: Used Motorcycle Evaluation Guide
Time archives: "Myth of the Motorcycle Hog" (1971)
Resource: Motorcycle.com

Motorcycle Retailers

PowerSports Network: Dealer Locator
BuyAUsedMotorcycle.com: Used Motorcycle Classifieds
Cycle Trader: Motorcycle Trader

Comparison Shopping

eBay: Motorcycles
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Motorcycle Parts, Gear & Accessories

Motorcycle Superstore: Motorcycle Accessories
Motorcycle Superstore: Helmets
Motorcycle Superstore: Jackets
Motorcycle Superstore: Boots
Amazon.com: Body Parts & Accessories
BikeBandit: Motorcycle Apparel & Accessories

Motorcycle Videos & Photos

Google Video: Motorcycle Videos
Flickr: Motorcycle
YouTube Video: Atlanta Hawk on Motorcycle (Time: 1:24)
YouTube Video: How to Wheelie a Motorcycle (Time: 9:14)

Sturgis Motorcycle Rally

Official site: SturgisMotorcycleRally.com
Wikipedia: Sturgis Motorcycle Rally
Sturgis.com: Sturgis Rally & Local Info

Motorcycle Blogs and Communities

Rubb3r.com: Motorcycle Social News
Bikershangout.com: The Real Bikershangout Forums
Motorbiker.org: Bikes In the Fast Lane
Helmet Hair Motorcycle Blog

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