Gilda Texter on a Honda Scrambler in the epic film “Vanishing Point”, 1971.
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That’s a woman on that gnarly chopper!
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1982, Sturgis, South Dakota — Hells Angels at Sturgis — Image by © Bettmann/Corbis
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June 17th, 1977, Cleveland, Ohio — Plumber Sam Green drives his customized Harley-Davidson motorcycle on a tree lined street in Cleveland. Green added hundreds of lights, horns, and chrome balls, as well as a television, canopy, CB radio, and tape deck. — Image by © Bettmann/Corbis
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April 17th, 1974, Daytona Beach — They’ve got all kinds of names for members of the younger generation. At Daytona Beach, at least, it might be termed the relaxed generation. Some youngsters from Ohio rest on their motorcycles after arriving in the area recently. Daytona Beach is one of the few resorts in Florida where vehicles can be used on the beach. — Image by © Bettmann/Corbis
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March 9th, 1968 — Cyclists are Sought in Murder Case. Cleveland, Ohio: Their bikes are their most prized possessions, say the Animals. Shown working on their motorcycles are (from left): V.C.; Gabby; and Tom (only nicknames given). In foreground is an unusual three-wheeler. Local authorities are looking for the motorcycle riders who killed two men in a cafe on February 28th. Three suspects in the case are former members of the Animals. — Image by © Bettmann/Corbis
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Dec 3rd, 1966, Las Vegas — Hordes of teenagers cruise the Las Vegas Strip on motorcycles and in cars at night. Traffic along the strip is bumper-to-bumper every weekend as youngsters arrive to observe and be observed. — Image by © Bettmann/Corbis
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The Selvedge Yard 