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Limited to just 40-units worldwide, the Mission Motorcycle RS is an electric cycle to be reckoned with. It's powered by an electric motor that's equivalent to 160hp and 120 ft/lbs of torque from 0 rpm, rocketing it to 60mph in just 3-seconds, with a top speed of 150mph. Continue reading for a video and more information.

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Halloween may not be just around the corner, but that doesn't mean you can't put on a little show while riding your motorcycle. These cool, custom skull-inspired motorcycle helmets allow you to do just that. Let's just hope you don't run into an actual Ghost Rider. Continue reading to see more.

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While not commonly seen on the road today, a sidecar is basically a one-wheeled device attached to the side of a motorcycle producing a three-wheeled vehicle. We've rounded up five of the coolest to hit the internet above for your viewing enjoyment. Click here to view the first image in today's viral picture gallery. Continue reading for a video of a mind-blowing training routine captured on video.

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So, you've seen some of the world's coolest motorcycle suits, now check out the world's first motorbike powered by an actual airplane engine, a 150hp Rotec Radial R3600 airplane engine to be exact. German mechanic Frank Ohle spent 18-months fitting a custom chassis, painting it, creating a custom suspension and electronics, to build the breathtaking 9-cylinder motorcycle you see above. Continue reading for a video.

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Just about everyone online or offline has seen a motorcycle, but here's one fact you may not know: The first internal combustion, petroleum fueled motorcycle was the Petroleum Reitwagen. It was designed and built by the German inventors Gottlieb Daimler and Wilhelm Maybach in Bad Cannstatt, Germany in 1885. Continue reading to see more awesome motorcycle designs that think outside the box.

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At $780 (more for customized versions), this Predator 2-inspired motorcycle helmet will be sure to turn heads on the road. It's made by NLO Moto, weighs 3.9-pounds, and is made from a combination of fiberglass, carbon fiber and polycarbonate. Continue reading for a video.

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So, you've seen some of the world's coolest homemade Batpods and custom motorcycle suits, now check out The Dark Knight motorcycle helmet by Helmet Dawg. It features a lightweight, DOT approved thermo-plastic poly alloy shell and details molded from high impact-resistant plastics. Continue reading for more.

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When Audi meets Ducati, you get the sleek and futuristic motorcycle. Designers Thibault Devauze and Marc Devauze from France, along with modeler Clement Couvreur came up with the stunning piece above, and called it the Audi Motorrad. Continue reading for more pictures and information.

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Most motorcycles aren't designed to be eye candy, these five examples just might be the exception. Above, we have the Bandit9 motorcycle, which is based on BMW Chang Jiang 750 chassis. Featuring a matte black finish, custom gas tank, handlebar, fender and seat. Continue reading for more.

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Currie Technologies eZip Electric Scooter is currently being offered at just $399.98 shipped, originally priced at $699.99. Equipped with a 1,000-watt, hi-torque DC neodymium magnet motor and a 36-volt rechargeable battery pack, the eZip 1000 is the most powerful scooter in the eZip lineup--perfect for commutes and around town riding. Product page. Continue reading for a video preview.

Notable features:
  • Powerful, dual-suspension electric scooter with sturdy deck for standing and a removable seat.

  • 1,000-watt, hi-torque DC neodymium magnet motor; 36-volt rechargeable battery pack.

  • Maximum speed of 15 miles per hour; 12 mile range per charge.

  • Front and rear disc brakes for extra stopping power; puncture resistant 12 by 3-inch street tires.

  • For riders from 13 and up; 260-pound weight capacity; 90-day limited warranty.
[via Amazon]

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