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The term Streetfighter is used for a non-stock Superbike that is customized by removing the fairing and other changes, resulting in a more aggressive look. Made popular my European riders, streetfighters are gaining popularity in the United States. These bikes offer a "minimalist" look, they tend to be loud, fast and nasty. Far too many riders in the United States are concerned with the glamorous appearance of their bikes, which limits the popularity. Those who do not understand the Streetfighter style will ask, "It is broken?" when they see a fighter.

Modifications are commonly made to Streetfighter:

  • Clip-on handlebars replaced with motocross-style handlebars
  • Raised rear subframes
  • Most fairings removed
  • 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 oxideinjection, etc.

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 (D)
  • Moko (D)
  • PSS-Rau (D) central-tube frame like Egli
  • Spondon(GB) Aluminium frames in different views
Building one of these with an extremely highly modified engine ensures you truly are driving a Streetfighter.

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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