Rolling spaghetti
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Rubber is vulcanized by a number of chemical processes to produce hard products. It can be utilized in a number of applications such as motorcycle tires. The tires derive their strength and durability from sulfur cross-links, active carbon mixes, silica, and ultra-soft compounds.
Publication Name: Cycle World
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 0011-4286
Year: 1998
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Rising duty
Article Abstract:
Motorcycle engineering is a never-ending process, especially when it comes to engine parts. As engine performance improves, greater stresses are placed on the engine parts which must be re-engineered for greater tolerance.
Publication Name: Cycle World
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 0011-4286
Year: 1996
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Quitting school: Rex McCandless, father of the featherbed
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The featherbed-type frame was a major influence in motorcycle design for over 30 years. It was developed in the 1940s by Rex McCandless, a bike tuner who had dropped out of school at the age of 13.
Publication Name: Cycle World
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 0011-4286
Year: 1996
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