Sportbike

noun

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Definitions

Noun
  1. 1
    A motorcycle optimized for speed, acceleration, braking, and cornering on paved roads, typically at the expense of comfort and fuel economy.

    "DUCATI’S new Hypermotard 1100 is described by its envelope-pushing designer, Pierre Terblanche, as “a sportbike with a different attitude.”"

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"DUCATI’S new Hypermotard 1100 is described by its envelope-pushing designer, Pierre Terblanche, as “a sportbike with a different attitude.”"

Etymology

From sport + bike.

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off roadstreet bike

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