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Adding a third wheel: the evolution of the sidecar

Exploring the popularity of the motorcycle sidecar

Adding a third wheel: the evolution of the sidecar
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Paul Bernhardt
26/09/2024 12:15 ‧ 9 months ago | StarsInsider

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The sidecar enjoys a unique place in the history of the motorbike. Developed from an idea in the late 19th century when a bicycle was modified to carry a passenger, this novel one-wheeled attachment helped revolutionize personal travel. While not as popular as it used to be, there's still a place on the road for the sidecar. But how exactly did adding a third wheel take the motorcycle forward?

Click on and take a short ride through the history of the sidecar.

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