Definition: A transparent screen at the front of a motorcycle designed to deflect wind away from the rider.
Examples: Touring bikes often have tall windscreens for wind protection at high speeds.
Glossary Category: Design Features
Yoke
Definition: Also known as a triple clamp, it connects the motorcycle’s front forks to the frame and allows steering input.
Examples: The top yoke also holds the handlebars on most motorcycles.
Xenon Headlight
Definition: A type of high-intensity discharge (HID) headlight that produces bright, white-blue light, enhancing nighttime visibility.
Examples: Often used in high-end motorcycles and cars; e.g., some BMW motorcycles.
Wheelbase
Definition: The distance between the front and rear wheels of a vehicle, which influences stability, handling, and ride comfort.
Examples: A longer wheelbase on touring motorcycles like the Honda Goldwing contributes to smoother rides.
Visor
Definition: A transparent shield attached to a helmet to protect the rider’s eyes and face from wind, debris, and weather.
Examples: Tinted visors for daytime riding; clear visors for night.
Taillight
Definition: A rear-mounted light that signals the vehicle’s presence to others on the road.
Examples: LED taillights on modern motorcycles.
Tachometer
Definition: An instrument measuring the engine’s RPM (Revolutions Per Minute).
Examples: Analog or digital tachometers on sport motorcycles.
Tire Tread
Definition: The patterned surface of a tire that provides grip.
Examples: Slick tread for racing; knobby tread for off-road.
Seat
Definition: The part of the motorcycle designed for the rider (and sometimes a passenger) to sit on.
Examples: Split seats on sportbikes; single-piece seats on cruisers.
Shock Absorber
Definition: A component of the suspension system that dampens the impact from road irregularities, providing a smoother ride.
Examples: Adjustable rear shock absorbers on touring motorcycles.
