One of the youngest members of a motorcycle gang, the Capsules, led by his best friend Shotaro Kaneda, Tetsuo initially has a bit of an inferiority complex but is enthusiastic about motorbiking. He’s perceived both by himself and others as weak and introverted, and he covers his sensitivity behind impulsivity. His misdirected views, intentions, stubborn nature, and naivete about the consequences of his actions lead to conflict and has little to no respect for authority figures.