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Why Ride a Motorcycle?

By Basem Wasef, About.com

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It may have taken record fuel prices to put motorcycles into the mainstream consciousness, but the fact that bikes can get more than double the fuel economy of cars makes them serious money savers, whether or not prices stay high.

With some many bikes achieving 60-70 miles per gallon and some scooters pushing 100+ mpg, it's no wonder so many commuters choose to get to work on two wheels.

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