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Motocicleta

Brazilians love their motorcycles, riding everything from the ubiquitous 125cc Honda "CG" to big Harley Davidson cruisers. Unlike in North America, motorcycles are a necessary part life here, cars being prohibitively expensive for many. The city is "bike friendly", but it takes courage and determination to ride them; traffic here can be murder. On my last night here, I saw the aftermath of an high-speed collision between a bike and a car. The result was not pretty.


15. Downtown parking? Not a problem!!


Still, there is that unbreakable bond between bikers everywhere. At the friendly Cantina da Cida on Rua Antonio de Albuquerque, a group of motorcycle enthusiasts meet once a week, socializing over delicious food and good beer.


16. We're all comrades on two wheels



17. The popular "Tiger"



18. Even cruisers are permitted



19. Safety first: check out the light reflectors!

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