Story: Motorcycles

Motorcyclists

Motorcyclists

Motorcyclists are diverse group. Many are enthusiasts who love a particular brand of bike – or just enjoy a different style of motoring. This Whanganui couple sits astride a BMW wearing specialist protective clothing made from neoprene, which keeps out the wind and also offers some protection in case of a fall.

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Carl Walrond, 'Motorcycles - Customisation and production', Te Ara - the Encyclopedia of New Zealand, http://www.TeAra.govt.nz/en/photograph/20724/motorcyclists (accessed 19 April 2024)

Story by Carl Walrond, published 11 Mar 2010