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**__Motorcycle__**
Motorcycle is a two wheeled machine which is operated by an engine. It is one of the cheapest, convenient and widespread transportation across the world. In order to operator a motorcycle, first the rider place both arms on the handle bar and legs on the footpegs. Few of the important steps are as follows: To accelerate, the rider has to twist the throttle located on the right hand side of the handle bar. To brake, rider can use the hand lever on the right hand side of the handle bar or right foot pedal. Lastly, to switch gears, a rider has to pull the clutch lever on the left handle bar first and then step on the left foot pedal to switch gears up or down.

**__Motorcycle History__**
The first motorcycle was created by German inventors Gottlieb Daimler and Wilhelm Maybach in Bad Cannstatt. They called their invention the Reitwagen (“riding car”) instead of motorcycle at the first time. In 1894, the Hildebrand & Wolfmuller became the first motorcycle available for sale. Until the First World War, Indian was the largest motorcycle manufacturer in the motorcycle industry. Till now in the 21st century, the motorcycle industries are dominate by Japanese manufacturers such as Honda, Kawasaki, and Yamaha etc.

**__Types of Motorcycles__**

 * Choppers:** Are highly customized motorcycles based on cruiser style frame with long rake, loud and huge exhaust pipes.
 * Cruisers:** Motorcycles designed for comfort with a relaxed upright seating position.
 * Dirt bike/Motocross bikes:** Are specially designed for recreation or racing on mud/dirt tracks
 * Street Custom:** Are highly custom made motorcycles with wild paint jobs and sport bike frame
 * Sport Touring:** Are combinations of a sport and touring bike and suitable for riders desiring qualities and performance of both.
 * Sport bikes/Super bikes:** Are fast, light, unique designed for maximum sports performance. These bikes contain fairings and colorful paintjobs. They are similar to the ones used on the racing tracks.

**__Motorcycle Manufacturers__**
Aprilia BMW Ducati Harley-Davidson Honda Kawasaki KTM MV Agusta Triumph Suzuki Yamaha

**__Popular Manufacturers participating in the racing industry__**
Ducati Honda Kawasaki KTM Suzuki Yamaha - Weekend gatherings or ride out events - Motorcycle party - Motorcycle clubs traveling around the world to share their passion towards motorcycle with all the riders around the world - Motorcycle shows displaying new models
 * __Motorcycle Communities and Social events__**

__Reference__
- http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Motorcycle