Rice rocket - Definition and Overview

A Rice Rocket is a derogatory term used to deride Japanese made sports bikes. The term is derived from the speed of the motorcycles (rocket), and the "Japanese" nature of the vehicles (rice). Usually, people that use this term believe that American vehicles are superior to Japanese made vehicles.

See also

• Import Scene - the scene associated with this term
• Rice burner (Similar term used to deride automobiles.)