Why Put Bells on a Motorcycle?
- The bell comes from an old legend regarding road gremlins or evil road spirits. According to the legend, these creatures can't live in the presence of a bell, so it keeps them far away and prevents them from causing harm to you and your bike.
- The road gremlins, or evil road spirits, are said to be responsible for any number of problems that happen to/on your bike. This includes small items in the road and mechanical problems, even problems caused by other drivers.
- It is said through the many variations of the legend that your bell will work if you buy it yourself. If you receive it as a gift, however, the power of the bell is doubled.
History
The Gremlins
The Power
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