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Chopper ©
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Raleigh trademark for a family of wheelie bikes. These have become moderately valuable to collectors.
In the 2005 model year, there was a fad for "retro choppers" These are not true wheelie bikes, but have styling similar to a "chopper" motorcycle. They'll generally feature extended forks with very slack angles and a very laid-back seat tube angle as well. The resulting riding position is midway between a conventional upright bike and a recumbent. Retro choppers usually have unusually wide rear tires, and medium width front tires. Choppers tend to be heavy, sluggish bikes, suitable for short leisurely rides in flat terrain.
