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What are Streetfighters?

A streetfighter is a superbike that is customized by removing the fairing, and making other changes that result in an overall more aggressive look. Made popular by European riders, this type of custom motorcycle is gaining popularity all over the world.

This particular term should not be confused with a street motorcycle or street-use motorcycle, which is a generic term (used by the motorcycle industry) applied to urban street bikes.

Modifications commonly made to custom streetfighters

• Clip-on handlebars replaced with motocross-style handlebars 
• Raised rear subframes 
• Most fairings removed, modified or replaced 
• Distinctive paint schemes 
• Loud aftermarket exhaust systems 
• Aftermarket headlights to replace often heavy headlight setups 
• Large rear sprockets to sacrifice top speed for more acceleration 
• Larger brake discs than stock 
• Improved brake calipers 
• Improved springs, shock absorbers, and various other parts to improve the chassis 
• Various performance improvements to the engine: superchargers, turbochargers, nitrous oxide, increased cylinder bores, custom porting, revamped fuel injection and timing, etc. 

Ironically, some examples are so highly customized as to actually exceed the cost of the original repairs. Chromed and/or modified frames, expensive engine work, re-routed cables, various appearance accessories, and custom paint are also often seen.

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