Yeah, that rev‑vroom sound is more than just a thrill‑seeker’s backdrop – it actually carved out a niche in the soundtracks of the 20th century. Early silent films used motorbike engines to set a scene’s pace, and later, rock ’n’ roll riffs borrowed that raw energy. Think about how the iconic “motorcycle sound” in the opening of “The Wild One” or the rumble in the soundtrack of “The Motorcycle Diaries” gives a sense of freedom that no synthesizer could replicate. It’s a little historical footnote, but that roar became a shorthand for rebellion, speed, and a whole culture that kept the soundtrack edgy. So when you’re pumping up the adrenaline, just remember the bike’s engine is a silent star that’s been doing its thing since the 1920s.