Streetfighter

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A streetfighter is a superbike that is customized by removing the fairing and other changes, resulting in a more aggressive and minimalist look. Made popular by European riders, streetfighters are gaining popularity in the United States.


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[edit] Modifications commonly made to custom streetfighters

  • Clip-on handlebars replaced with motocross-style handlebars
  • Raised rear subframes
  • Most fairings removed, modified or replaced
  • Distinctive paint schemes
  • Loud aftermarket exhaust systems
  • Aftermarket headlights to replace often heavy headlight setups
  • Large rear sprockets to sacrifice top speed for more acceleration
  • Larger brake discs than stock
  • Improved brake calipers
  • Improved springs, shock absorbers and various other parts to improve the chassis
  • Various performance improvements to the engine: superchargers turbochargers, nitrous oxide injection, etc.

Ironically some examples are so highly customized as to exceed the cost of the original repairs. Chromed frames, expensive engine work and custom paint are also seen.

[edit] Hand made frames

The most extreme motorcycles are those with hand made frames, the most famous of which are made by

  • Bakker (NL)
  • Harris (GB)
  • Martek (GB)
  • Moko (D)
  • PSS-Rau (D) central-tube frame like Egli
  • Spondon(GB) Aluminium frames

[edit] Controversy

Some people associate streetfighters with gross neglect of traffic regulations, and it's true that some streetfighter riders occasionally do perform stunts in traffic, but it's disputed as to whether streetfighter riders cause more problems than riders of stock sportbikes. One explanation to their reputation of "traffic troublemakers" could be their distinctive visual appearance, which makes them more easily noticed in all situations, whether they are breaking the law or not.

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