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[[Image:Bikebooth.jpg|thumb|right|240px|Kawasaki sportbikes.]] | [[Image:Bikebooth.jpg|thumb|right|240px|Kawasaki sportbikes.]] | ||
Sportbikes, sometimes called performance bikes, are typically much smaller and lighter than cruisers, and are essentially consumer versions of the motorcycles used in [[motorcycle racing]], which they are generally only a few years behind in technology. The meaning of the term "Superbike" has changed over time since it was coined to describe Honda's CB750 of 1969. Nowadays the definition is drawn from the production racing series, World Superbike where engines are limited to 1000cc. The term "Supersport" is also derived from racing with a 600cc limit for four | Sportbikes, sometimes called performance bikes, are typically much smaller and lighter than cruisers, and are essentially consumer versions of the motorcycles used in [[motorcycle racing]], which they are generally only a few years behind in technology. The meaning of the term "Superbike" has changed over time since it was coined to describe [[Honda CB750K|Honda's CB750]] of 1969. Nowadays the definition is drawn from the production racing series, World Superbike where engines are limited to 1000cc. The term "Supersport" is also derived from racing with a 600cc limit for four cylinder engines and a 750cc limit for twins. | ||
The riding position places the feet towards the back, the hands low and the spine inclined forward. Sportbikes derive their seating position from sporting oriented horse riding, notably the English Saddle. | The riding position places the feet towards the back, the hands low and the spine inclined forward. Sportbikes derive their seating position from sporting oriented horse riding, notably the English Saddle. | ||