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One of the things that make motorcycling so great is because it never fails to give you a feeling of freedom and adventure.

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Steve McQueen
Age: 50 †
Born: 1930
Born: March 24
Died: 1980
Died: November 7
Actor
Film Actor
Motorcycle Rider
Racing Automobile Driver
Stage Actor
Television Actor
Beech Grove
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King of Cool
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