English
Softail
Blend of soft + tail, coined as a trademark by the Harley-Davidson company, and modelled on hardtail.
The story
Blend of soft + tail, coined as a trademark by the Harley-Davidson company, and modelled on hardtail.
Today it means
noun A bicycle or motorcycle featuring a hidden rear suspension system with springs or shock absorbers.
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Etymograph / Softail