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A '''touring motorcycle''' is a type of [[motorcycle]] designed for long-distance touring and heavy commuting. Although any motorcycle can be used to tour with, manufacturers have brought specific models designed to address the particular needs of these riders. Common to the touring motorcycle models is usually large displacement [[Bicycle fairing|fairings]] and windshields (to offer a high degree of weather and wind protection), large capacity [[fuel tank]]s (for long ranges between fill-ups), engines offering lots of low-end [[horsepower]], and a more relaxed, more [[Motorcycle#Motorcycle rider postures|upright seating position]] than [[sport bike]]s. These motorcycles can be further subdivided into multiple sub-categories, which are commonly used terms within the motorcycle industry.