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When it comes to the trivia of riding a motorcycle, here are twenty interesting facts:
1. The motorcycle was originally invented as an alternative to bicycles.
2. The speed record of a motorcycle is driven by an aircraft engine.
3. Bicycles, motorcycles, and cars all brake differently, and motorcycles use handbrakes instead of foot brakes.
4. Motorcycle engines are usually liquid-cooled or air-cooled.
5. Motorcycles can use snow tires in some snow and ice areas to provide better grip.
6. The world's fastest motorcycle speed record is 400.2 mph (about 644.2 km/h).
7. The MotoGP World Championship is one of the oldest motorcycle races in the world, starting in 1949.
8. Motorcycle racers need to tilt their bodies to one side when cornering to maintain stability.
9. In some countries and regions, motorcycles are used as patrol tools for traffic police.
10. During World War II, motorcycles were widely used for military purposes, especially as reconnaissance vehicles.
11. The world's best-selling motorcycle brand is Japan's Honda.
12. In some countries, motorcycles are used as a convenient tool for delivery and are known as express motorcycles or delivery motorcycles.
13. Motorcycles are more efficient to travel in line than cars because they take up less space.
14. Motorcycles consume less fuel and therefore have less impact on the environment.
15. Electric motorcycles are becoming more and more popular, and some large cities have begun to promote their use.
16. One of the famous motorcycle brands, Harley-Davidson, was founded in 1903 and is still very popular today.
17. Motorcycles come in a variety of shapes and styles, including cruise models, sports cars, off-road models and more.
18. One of the largest motorcycle rallies in the world is the Stewart motorcycle rally in the United States, which attracts tens of thousands of riders each year.
19. In the UK, motorcyclists are required by law to wear safety helmets or face fines and demerit points.
20. Motorcycle riders in some countries have very strict technical requirements and require professional training and passing an exam to obtain a driver's license.
These trivia can help you gain a deeper understanding of all aspects of the motorcycle world.