Glossary / General

V-twin

18 Episode Mentions

Too Afraid to Ask

A V-twin engine has two cylinders that are shaped like a V. It's common in motorcycles and gives them a unique sound and feel.

Technical Definition

A V-twin engine is a type of internal combustion engine with two cylinders arranged in a V configuration. This design is often used in motorcycles for its compact size and distinctive sound.

Hear It Discussed

"But that idea that that SN two liter SNS V twin, that was an American engine wasn't it? Yeah, there was definitely a relationship between."
Awards special! My week in cars: the Autocar podcast 24:13

"...I hear, I thought I heard V twin, but then when it revs up, I thought I heard big single. So I don't know what that means..."
S11E04: @Fortnine Doc Sends Ryan F9 Around the World! Highside/Lowside - A Motorcycle Podcast 45:11

"Believe it or not, I when was at motor week, my main bike initially was a Honda Hawk GT in 1989 Honda Hawk GT little 650 V twin love that bike."
Special Guest: Dave Durso, Head Writer MotorWeek 32:31