There are many systems for classifying types of motorcycles‚ describing how the motorcycles are put to use‚ or the designer’s intent‚ or some combination of the two. There are five main categories: cruiser‚ sport‚ touring‚ standard‚ and dual-purpose. Cruisers are styled after American machines from the 1930s to the early 1960s. Their engines are tuned for low-end torque‚ making them less demanding to ride because it is not necessary to shift as frequently to accelerate or maintain control. Sport
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Gangs Gangs are a violent reality that people have to deal with in today ’s cities. What has made these groups come about? Why do kids feel that being in a gang is both an acceptable and prestigious way to live? The long range answer to these questions can only be speculated upon‚ but in the short term the answers are much easier to find. On the surface‚ gangs are a direct result of human beings ’ personal wants and peer pressure. To determine how to effectively end gang violence we
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of people all over the United States choose motorcycles over automobiles for the thrill‚ speed‚ and high performance capabilities. On the other hand‚ motorcycles are not at all the safest way of transportation. Motorcycles do not provide the passenger with the outer protection that cars provide‚ therefore‚ when one crashes‚ the results are usually much more serious. Injuries to the head are responsible for 76% of fatalities when dealing with motorcycle crashes many of which could have been prevented
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A gang is “an association of three or more individuals‚ whose purpose in part is to engage in criminal activity and which uses violence or intimidation to further its criminal objectives” (National Institute of Justice). Gangs are organized as structured social groups‚ being more complex than they might first seem. When criminals come together as a group‚ trouble is bound to occur‚ and these gangs become a powerful force that must be combated. Gangs are well known‚ but how do gangs operate? Why do
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In “Zen and the Art of Motorcycle Maintenance” its main character‚ Pirsig’s mind is being pulled in two separate directions. What peculiar brand of magic is inherent‚ combination and confliction of romanticisms and classicalism is hard to say. These two conflicting views are introduced as a motif. This motif is used to display the continuous conflict of the romantic and classical influence on Pirsig. Many times throughout the book Pirsig travels to his romantic side. Although this isn’t his normal
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I’ve never resided nor visited California. Therefore‚ I wouldn’t understand the high crime rate nor the gang activities that exist. I’ve only seen movies that reflect different gang images. Movies such as Colors‚ Fresh‚ Boyz N Tha Hood‚ Menace II Society‚ and Original Gangstaz explain the life of crips‚ bloods‚ and other gangs. When children view these movies‚ they think they are cool. Their minds are too young and immature to witness such graphic images. These images include distribution of drugs
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Address: City: State: Zip Code: Occupation (optional): E-mail address: How did you hear about Empire Riders MC? How long have you been riding? Do you have a valid motorcycle license? What type of motorcycle do you own? What size engine does your motorcycle have? Have you ever been a member of any motorcycle or riding club? Have you ever been a member of any car or truck club? If you answered yes to any of the above two questions‚ please list the name(s) of the club(s).
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Albert Medina Mrs. Hill English 101 22 March 2014 The Location Standing around waiting under the blazing hot sun my group of friends Brad a tall meathead‚ Jake a tall snake‚ Brandon a average white boy and there is me a small light skinned Mexican. Waiting patiently in line‚ one by one thousand of fans are trying to go in to this big salmon and aqua green color building. Before we can go in we have to pass-by security first‚ taking off my hat and everything out of my pockets. This gigantic
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about a group of outlaws that lived in Sherwood forest around the time King Arthur ruled. They are considered outlaws because they robbed the rich and gave the stolen money to the poor. Although technically outlaws‚ Robin Hood and his band of merry men‚ as portrayed in The Adventures of Robin Hood (1938)‚ are more like knights because they fight only in just causes‚ deal honorably with opponents in battle‚ and defend Christianity and true Christians. The notorious group of outlaws properly show the
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Cars versus motorcycles In the united states many people buy cars and motorcycles. Some people prefer driving cars rather than motorcycles. Both are very popular types of transportation these days. Cars and motorcycles have many differences in their cost‚ convenience ‚safety‚ comfort and maintenance. The first difference between cars and motorcycles are the cost. For example‚ people need to pay a lot of money if they want to buy or lease a car. However‚ motorcycles are cheaper
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