Usage Note
Motociclismo is the sport or activity of riding motorcycles, including racing disciplines (MotoGP, enduro, trial). The rider is motociclista (common gender: el/la motociclista). It is distinct from motocicleta (the vehicle) and motorismo, which is a broader term for motor sports. The informal shortening of motocicleta is moto.
Examples
"El motociclismo es popular en todo el mundo."
Natural Translation
Motorcycling is popular all over the world.

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