A few motorcycle models go down in history and become true sources of inspiration. You can take care of your two-wheeled horse using the Autodoc.co.uk online store.

 

HONDA GOLD WING

Year: 1975

Country: Japan

The perfect motorcycle for long-range! At the same time, its price in the US market started from $ 20 thousand, which is by no means a lot for a luxury motorcycle.

Due to its expressive appearance, a unique opposed 6-cylinder engine and modern technologies for creating comfort and safety, Gold Wing still holds the title of the most advanced and multifunctional touring motorcycle in the world. But most importantly, Honda began to complete the Golden Wing with the world’s first airbag for serial motorcycles, which is installed between the handlebars and has a volume of 150 liters.

 

HARLEY DAVIDSON KNUCKLEHEAD

Year: 1936

Country: USA

The progenitor of motorcycles with an extended frame and front fork, which first appeared in the United States. It was on the basis of the stock Harley Davidson in the 50s that the legendary choppers began to make. But not only for the unique style of “Harley” has become world famous. Knucklehead was the fastest motorcycle of its time in America. Had it not been, the image of Harley Davidson would have been different. He was faster than any car, so he was exclusively loved by the “bad guys”, which made this motorcycle a SEX symbol of the 30s. Symbol of freedom.

 

PIAGGIO VESPA

Year: 1947

Country: Italy

If each city on the planet is given its own sound, then Rome will have the sound of a buzzing bee, the sound of Vespa. Piaggo Vespa is the founder of the European scooter design school and the first successful scooter in the world. Without it, a two-wheeled world would be different. In 1947, the car was designed from scratch without regard to traditional motorcycles. Despite his advanced age, the scooter is still produced in the “retro” style to this day and looks timeless.

 

DUCATI 916

Year: 1994

Country: Italy

In 1994, Ducati launched a motorcycle that captures the imagination of both riders and people far from motorcycles. He became a racing icon after three consecutive victories in the SUPERBIKE World Championships. The exhaust pipe was placed under the seat, which not only emphasized the uniqueness of the style, but also improved aerodynamics. But the main thing is ICE. At that time, all Japanese competitors worked on 4 cylinders, and Ducati returned everything to normal. A twin 2-cylinder V-engine was developed for a specific task – smooth acceleration in corners. This motorcycle at the world championships has won a record number of titles. Nobody has lingered on a pedestal for so long. There was also his improved, stylized version of the Ducati 916 Senna.

 

Honda CB750

Year: 1969

Country: Japan

In the same year that the first man set foot on the moon, the world’s first Honda CB750 superbike appears. The main advantage was the simplicity and reliability of the design, which allows you to minimize money on maintenance. For the first time a motorcycle appeared so viable and reliable that it could drive 150 thousand. km without a problem. This completely changed the idea of ​​two-wheeled transport. The use of serial disc brakes was a revolutionary solution and wiped off the nose of British competitors. After all, before that, only aircraft had disc brakes, and the four-cylinder in-line engine was installed mainly on cars.