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The About Motorcycles Channel explores the systems and components of motorcycles and how they’re built. Learn about motorcycles at HowStuffWorks.

Featured Article: How Vespas Work

The Vespa is a two-wheeled scooter used for easy transportation and loved for high-fashion style. Learn how they're made, the history behind it and the style that has made it so popular. See more »

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How Motorcycles Work

With gas prices soaring, motorcycles, which can achieve fuel economies as high as 85 miles per gallon, provide an attractive alternative to gas-guzzling cars. Learn how motorcycle design has evolved over the years.

How the Acabion GTBO Works

For speed, a balance of three key elements is essential. The Acabion GTBO blends aerodynamics, feather-like weight and a powerful engine to provide more speed than a driver could ever use -- great fuel economy, too.

How the Hyanide Works

Wouldn't it be great if one vehicle could handle snow, mud, and regular road conditions without having to even change tires? Enter the Hyanide a vehicle designed by students for the 2006 Michelin Challenge.

How Vespas Work

The Vespa is a two-wheeled scooter used for easy transportation and loved for high-fashion style. Learn how they're made, the history behind it and the style that has made it so popular.

Quiz Corner: Motorcycle Quiz

From Grand Prix dirt bikes to high-end models with built-in navigation systems, motorcycles appeal to a wide range of folks. All you easy riders rev up your engines and test your knowledge with the motorcycle quiz.

17 Silly and Unusual Motorcycle Names

Many companies hire expensive marketing firms to come up with catchy names for their products. Others just wing it. Here's a list a list of motorcycles burdened with monikers seemingly conjured up during an out-of-control brainstorming session.

Classic Motorcycles

Classic motorcycles are a thrilling blend of precision, style, and performance. Kick start your trip though 100 years of classic motorcycles with the articles assembled here.