: a small wing
also
: a nearly vertical airfoil at an airplane's wingtip that reduces drag by inhibiting turbulence
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This is accomplished via the winglets on the front fairing, which create a downforce that stabilizes the entire chassis by keeping the front wheel firmly planted to the ground, particularly at high speeds.
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New Atlas, 28 Nov. 2024
The windscreen plays up the aerospace design, flowing into an integrated pair of black winglets that rise up to 10 degrees to boost downforce.
—Lawrence Ulrich, Robb Report, 1 Oct. 2024
The air ducts, winglets, and a pointed front fascia are all key design elements that give it that familiar superbike look.
—New Atlas, 27 Sep. 2024
There are also numerous air-sculpting details, including gurneys atop the windshield frame and tiny winglets on the side mirrors and door handles.
—Tim Pitt, Robb Report, 2 July 2024
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New Atlas, 28 Nov. 2024
The windscreen plays up the aerospace design, flowing into an integrated pair of black winglets that rise up to 10 degrees to boost downforce.
—Lawrence Ulrich, Robb Report, 1 Oct. 2024
The air ducts, winglets, and a pointed front fascia are all key design elements that give it that familiar superbike look.
—New Atlas, 27 Sep. 2024
There are also numerous air-sculpting details, including gurneys atop the windshield frame and tiny winglets on the side mirrors and door handles.
—Tim Pitt, Robb Report, 2 July 2024
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“Winglet.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/winglet. Accessed 21 Dec. 2024.
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