The Physics of Motorcycles

Acceleration

The limits of acceleration on this system is highly dependent on things like weight, size and wheelbase lenght of the motorcycle.  The engine produces the necesary power to turn the rear wheel to accelerat the system.  Ecessive acceleeration can lead to the front wheel leaving the ground while the rear wheel continues forward.  The ability for the motorcyle to experience greater acceperations without loosing contact with the ground is based on the wheelbase length and overall weight of the bike. 



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