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FAMOUS MOVIE MOTORCYCLES
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Given the evergreen popularity of road trip movies, it’s no surprise that the big screen has seen its fair share of iconic motorcycles over the years. There’s just something about two wheels and the open road that’s perfectly suited to cinema’s panoramic scope. Here are three of the most famous motorcycles in Hollywood history, along with the movies that made them famous.
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‘EASY RIDER’ (1969) Bike: Custom Harley-Davidson Hydra Glide Rider: Wyatt (Peter Fonda)
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It’s hard to think of a more perfect motorcycle movie than “Easy Rider.” Directed by Dennis Hopper, the film centers around Wyatt and Billy (Hopper) traveling from Los Angeles to New Orleans by bike. Wyatt’s “Captain America” Harley Davidson is as essential to the movie as any of the human characters. You really can’t talk about movie motorcycles without paying tribute to this all-time great.
‘PURPLE RAIN’ (1984) Bike: Custom Honda Hondamatic CM400A Rider: The Kid (Prince)
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Prince never had a problem creating his own personal style, from his clothes and his guitars to this striking motorcycle used in “Purple Rain.” The bike —which is, of course, purple — features heavily in the film and on the album cover to the accompanying soundtrack. It’s hard to think of anything cooler than Prince riding around Minneapolis on his Honda while “When Doves Cry” plays in the background.
‘TOP GUN’ (1986) Bike: Kawasaki GPZ 900 R Rider: Lt. Pete “Maverick” Mitchell (Tom Cruise)
When you think “Top Gun,” you probably think of fighter jets before motorcycles, but the motorcycle Maverick rides gets more screen time than any of the planes in the movie. Whether cruising around Air Station Miramar or picking up Charlie Blackwood (Kelly McGillis) for a ride, the bike is a main character in many of the film’s most memorable moments. Riding a motorcycle in real life isn’t always as glamorous as in the movies. Accidents happen, and injuries happen. If you’re injured in a motorcycle accident, call our office today to find out how we can help. 3 602-971-1775
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