Pointer, produced in Japan from 1946 to 1964 by Shin Meiwa (later ShinMaywa Industries), was a motorcycle manufacturer that emerged from Japan's postwar aviation industry. The brand became known for innovative two-stroke and four-stroke motorcycles such as the Ace-Pointer, Senior, PA-T, Bikelet, Super Lassie, and Comet, featuring advanced engineering influenced by aircraft design. Pointer motorcycles gained a reputation for robust construction, technical innovation, and distinctive styling, with models ranging from commuter bikes to 250cc twins. Characterized by high-quality engineering and limited production, Pointer ceased motorcycle manufacturing in the early 1960s as Shin Meiwa refocused on aerospace and industrial equipment.