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Glossaries

Glossary nameOperations
Cooling
The mechanism in which a motorcycle transfers heat away from the engine. Predominantly air or liquid, but oil systems can be found.
Cycle
Typically 2- or 4-stroke.
Cylinders
Events
Gearbox
Number of forward gears.
Glossary
Glossary of motorcycle terms.
Starter
How to fire that sucker up.
Transmission
The drive mechanism for transferring power from the engine to the rear wheel. Chain, shaft and belt are the most common types.
Type
The type of use for a given motorcycle