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motorcycle ![click to hear : motorcycle click to hear : motorcycle](../../../images/speaker-vert.gif)
Two-wheeled motorized vehicle whose engine cylinder is larger than 125 cubic centimeters.
turn signal ![click to hear : turn signal click to hear : turn signal](../../../images/speaker-vert.gif)
Device emitting an intermittent light, signaling a change of the vehicle’s direction or a temporary hazard to other vehicles.
gas tank ![click to hear : gas tank click to hear : gas tank](../../../images/speaker-vert.gif)
Reservoir containing the fuel that makes the vehicle self-sufficient.
engine ![click to hear : engine click to hear : engine](../../../images/speaker-vert.gif)
Device converting the combustion of fuel and air into mechanical energy.
carburetor ![click to hear : carburetor click to hear : carburetor](../../../images/speaker-vert.gif)
Engine mechanism that prepares the air/fuel mixture.
spoiler ![click to hear : spoiler click to hear : spoiler](../../../images/speaker-vert.gif)
Partly aesthetic aerodynamic part that deflects air away from the front wheel.
disc brake ![click to hear : disc brake click to hear : disc brake](../../../images/speaker-vert.gif)
Braking mechanism comprising a disc attached to the wheel, whose rotation is slowed down when the brake pads exert friction on it.
rim ![click to hear : rim click to hear : rim](../../../images/speaker-vert.gif)
Metal circle constituting the wheel’s circumference and on which the tire is mounted.
brake caliper ![click to hear : brake caliper click to hear : brake caliper](../../../images/speaker-vert.gif)
Viselike part comprising a piston, which straddles the brake disc and supports the brake pads.
fairing ![click to hear : fairing click to hear : fairing](../../../images/speaker-vert.gif)
Aerodynamic parts covering certain components of the motorcycle to reduce air friction and driver discomfort.
telescopic front fork ![click to hear : telescopic front fork click to hear : telescopic front fork](../../../images/speaker-vert.gif)
Pair of tubes sliding together and encasing a spring; it controls steering, suspension and shock absorption for the front wheel.
front fender ![click to hear : front fender click to hear : front fender](../../../images/speaker-vert.gif)
Piece of curved metal covering the front wheel, protecting the motorcyclist from being splashed.
headlight ![click to hear : headlight click to hear : headlight](../../../images/speaker-vert.gif)
Lamp on the front of the vehicle to light up the space in front.
dashboard ![click to hear : dashboard click to hear : dashboard](../../../images/speaker-vert.gif)
Body component containing the instrument panel and the light switch.
clutch lever ![click to hear : clutch lever click to hear : clutch lever](../../../images/speaker-vert.gif)
Lever for disengaging then engaging the engine and the gearbox, allowing the gears to be changed.
handgrip ![click to hear : handgrip click to hear : handgrip](../../../images/speaker-vert.gif)
Extension of the handlebars that the driver holds to steer the motorcycle.
windshield ![click to hear : windshield click to hear : windshield](../../../images/speaker-vert.gif)
Glass and plastic pane in front, protecting the motorcyclist from the wind and inclement weather.
mirror ![click to hear : mirror click to hear : mirror](../../../images/speaker-vert.gif)
Mirror attached to the handgrip, allowing the motorcyclist to see behind and along the sides of the vehicle without turning around.
dual seat ![click to hear : dual seat click to hear : dual seat](../../../images/speaker-vert.gif)
Usually leather seat allowing the driver to sit in front and the passenger to sit behind.
frame ![click to hear : frame click to hear : frame](../../../images/speaker-vert.gif)
Set of hollow metal tubes welded together, forming the motorcycle’s framework.
taillight ![click to hear : taillight click to hear : taillight](../../../images/speaker-vert.gif)
Lamp that lights up automatically when the front lights are lit and emits a brighter light when the driver applies the brakes.
turn signal ![click to hear : turn signal click to hear : turn signal](../../../images/speaker-vert.gif)
Device emitting an intermittent light, signaling a change of the vehicle’s direction or a temporary hazard to other vehicles.
rear shock absorber ![click to hear : rear shock absorber click to hear : rear shock absorber](../../../images/speaker-vert.gif)
Cylindrical mechanism attached to the rear wheel and coupled with a spring; it absorbs shocks caused by unevenness in the road.
main stand ![click to hear : main stand click to hear : main stand](../../../images/speaker-vert.gif)
Fold-down support comprising two rods; it keeps the motorcycle upright with one of its wheels off the ground.
exhaust pipe ![click to hear : exhaust pipe click to hear : exhaust pipe](../../../images/speaker-vert.gif)
Compartmentalized chamber in which the escaping gases expand, thus reducing the noise from the engine.
gearshift lever ![click to hear : gearshift lever click to hear : gearshift lever](../../../images/speaker-vert.gif)
Pedal located under the motorcyclist’s left foot, for changing the ratio between the motor’s speed of rotation and that of the wheels.
kickstand ![click to hear : kickstand click to hear : kickstand](../../../images/speaker-vert.gif)
Fold-down support on the left side of the motorcycle to keep it almost upright when at rest.