![]() ![]() The definition that I like to use is the step-through definition, if you can step through the bike in order to sit down on a saddle then I class this as a scooter. In addition, it is not uncommon to find step through bikes (scooters) which have engine capacities over 400cc. Many of the big motorcycle makers such as the Yamaha and Honda produce 125cc variants of their bigger bikes for new riders. I do not like defining a motorcycle purely on engine capacity. Usually anything under 50cc is a moped, and anything under around 150cc is called a scooter. What is the engine capacity? – This is the definition used by several different motor registries to determine whether or not a powered motor vehicle with two wheels is classified as either a scooter/moped or a motorcycle. Is it step-through? – From a purist motorcycle rider perspective, if you are able to step through in order to sit on the bike, then this should be classified as a scooter or moped instead of a motorcycle. There are two ways that many people use to define a motorcycle: What Is The Best Motorcycle For A Beginner?.The question we face though, is whether or not these should be classed as “real” motorcycles, which may just come down to whoever you are debating with at the time. Having said this, there are a number of alternative motorcycles which have either semi-auto or fully automatic transmissions. Motorcycles have traditionally been produced with manual gearboxes, however just like the car industry there is a switch to investigate newer technologies which may suit the needs of the public. The answer to “are all motorcycles manual?” will come down to how you define a motorcycle. ![]()
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