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Original Articles

The Social Context of Motorcycle Riding and the Key Determinants Influencing Rider Behavior: A Qualitative Investigation

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Pages 363-376 | Received 18 Feb 2011, Accepted 30 Mar 2011, Published online: 08 Aug 2011

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