John Britten has taken his place as a New Zealand hero since his tragically early death from cancer in 1995. He and his dedicated team in Christchurch designed and built the Britten V-twin motorcycle from scratch. For a time, this machine was probably the fastest four-stroke bike in the world. It could wheel stand at 150 miles per hour simply ......

Timed for the companys centennial, this spectacularly illustrated coffee-table book traces the awesome evolution of BMW motorcycles from the birth of its iconic R23 "airhead" boxer twin, in 1923, to the superlative race-winning S100RR superbike.

The images in BMW Motorrad are complemented by engaging text ......

Before Louise Scherbyn founded the Womens International Motorcycle Association, she was simply a working girl who loved motorcycling--at a time when women werent allowed to wear pants, roads werent hard-topped, and handlebars didnt always remain attached while riding. After being forced out of every motorcycle auxiliary she joined, Louise ......

Featuring more than 350 glorious images of some of the most incredible motorcycles ever made, The Motorcycle celebrates and showcases these beautiful machines as the pieces of fine art that they are.

The Haas Moto Museum in Dallas, Texas, houses a unique world-class collection that spans the history of ......

Riding in the Wild presents breathtaking journeys by motorbike around the globe, from the wilds of Morocco to the temples of Rajasthan, and from snow-capped Andes to the Arctic Circle. Jordan Gibbons, editor of Built and former news editor of Motorcycling News, gets into the history and geography of each of the routes, their unique challenges ......

Keep track of all your appointments & social plans this year with this Moto GP Wall Calendar. Officially licensed and showcasing fantastic artwork, its going to look great on your wall & will help you stay on top of all those important dates in your life

TT 2023 started strong with scorching weather in qualifying week providing the perfect conditions for fast laps and incredible on-track action. 

With TT legend Michael Dunlop laying down the gauntlet at the end of qualifying with an unofficial outright lap record, the six day race week schedule promised to be one for the history books ......

From iconic Vespas to Lambrettas and more, the elaborately decorated scooters in this brilliant Scooters Calendar for 2024 are more than just a calendar... they are a work of art.

Willie G. Davidson likes to say that he was born with gasoline in his veins and a crayon in each hand. A designer at heart, Davidson combined his passions for art and motorcycles to extend a multi-generational unbroken thread from Harley-Davidson Motorcycle Companys birth in a wooden shed in the early twentieth century to today. The grandson of ......

Over 1000 rides and biking events you can do this year are listed in this brand new bookazine from the VMCC - the Vintage Motorcycle Club, which welcomes all bikes over 25 years old.
Britains biggest club for old bikes, the VMCC has over 13,500 members. Over 80 local sections organise runs, ride-ins, pub meets and more - theres bound to ......

Get your motor running, head out on the highway and join author George Lockyer as he once again travels the length and breadth of our beautiful islands. This time he tracks down and interviews 27 Harley-Davidson enthusiasts from all walks of life. In his relaxed style, he attempts to find out the reason so many motorcyclists fall under the ......

TT 2023 started strong with scorching weather in qualifying week providing the perfect conditions for fast laps and incredible on-track action. 

With 21-time TT winner Michael Dunlop laying down the gauntlet at the end of the week with an unofficial outright lap record speed of 135.531mph, the six day race week schedule was set to be ......

By retracing the salient moments through the words of its protagonists, this book illustrates the DesertX project: the first Ducati specifically designed for off-roading. A bike built to transform our wildest travel dreams into reality, DesertX is not just enjoyment, performance and the timeless appeal of legendary Dakarian feats. It is also a ......

Long overdue history of the Honda mini bikes that sold over 100 million motorcycles and developed a cult-like following of devoted fans. Featuring more than 250 archival and new photos, detailed technical data, and first-person stories from passionate Honda mini-motorcycle devotees, this nostalgic and fun compendium presents the complete model ......

The Veloce company is well regarded for producing some of the best single-cylinder motorcycles in race form and for private use. It is not so well-known that Veloce Ltd also produced some twin-cylinder machines: the Roarer, for racing, and the Model O for production. These bikes had many engineering features in common, such as twin ......

Britain enjoys a rich history when it comes to motorcycles. The Classic British Bikes Calendar for 2024 features some of these world-renowned British brands all photographed to show them off at their finest.

Road racing returned to the famous Triangle Course in 2023 for another exciting instalment of the International North West 200.

With a who’s who of road racing superstars on the entry list, the action promised to be epic and no one could argue that it didn’t deliver on that promise. After four runner-up finishes in 2022, Duke rankings ......

Without a doubt, the 1970s produced some of the most incredible and infamous motorcycles ever built. Get your fix of motorcycle history with this fab 70’s Superbikes Calendar for 2024.

From established sports journalist Ben Hunt, the very first biography of the up-and-coming British driver Lando Norris, published on the brink of the British Grand Prix.

As the youngest ever British Formula 1 driver, Lando Norris is trailblazing his way through the world of motor racing. After signing as a junior ......

This documentary film reflects on the short life of Brian Steenson from his primary school days in Killyleagh through his time at Down High School to reading Engineering at Queens University, Belfast. 

Highlights from his motorcycle racing career are woven through his personal life including his long association with ......

This is a tribute programme to the memory of Frank Kennedy, one of the famous Armoy Armada.

Frank was a very successful racer with many wins and titles including the Irish & Ulster 500cc Championships in 1978 and a second place at the NW200 in 1976.

His tragic death in 1979 at the NW200 came as he was ......

This documentary pays tribute to Mervyn “Robo” Robinson, one of the legendary Armoy Armada in the 1970s.

A passionate racer, Mervyn claimed 40 wins during his 12 year career.
The Ulsterman was closely associated with the picturesque village of Armoy and the first of the legendary Armoy Armada to start ......

This in-depth documentary tells the story of the iconic Ray McCullough from his first interest in bikes at 14 through to his retirement from the sport and his life since.

One of the four Dromara Destroyers and winner of over 170 races on the roads and short circuits, Ray’s career is the stuff of legend and secured his ......

This documentary tells the story of one of the great motorcycle racers of the 1970s - Tom Herron.

Tom’s fascinating life is chronicled in this title with accounts from his wife Andrea, family members and key personalities from his career with narration from Stephen Watson.

The story follows Tom from a ......

Relive the golden age of Milwaukee motorcycling with this unique book that goes beyond the rest. Read intimate accounts from company officials, dealers, and riders of classic Harley Davidson motorcyles of the 1930s. Hundreds of period photographs from private collections and massive text trace the development of the H-D Big Twin from the ......

The doors to the "good ole boys" club of auto racing have been broken down, and women drivers now have full membership privileges. But their triumphs wouldnt be possible without the groundbreaking efforts of their sisters in speed going back nearly 100 years. Cinderella drives her own coach now--very fast! - Current media darling Danica Patrick ......

The most comprehensive and up to date catalogue of every Vespa model ever published. This revised edition includes all the models introduced over the last three years, as ever subdivided into large and small frame categories. Among these new versions are the 125 and 300 GTS 75th Anniversary, the 125 and 300 GTS trim variants and the 50, 125, ......

80 quizzes containing 10 questions each to test your knowledge on all areas of biking. This book covers everything from MotoGP to the Isle of Man TT Races, the Erzberg Rodeo to the Dakar Rally, Travis Pastrana to Charley Boorman, KTM to Harley Davidson, and Easy Rider to Rims Racing. Think you know who won the Macau Motorcycle Grand Prix in ......

The industrial and technical history of the Lambretta Junior series, told through invaluable archive materials. In the early Sixties, Innocenti took a technological leap in the engineering of the Lambretta, introducing for the first time a monocoque frame clearly inspired by its direct rival, Piaggios Vespa. This led to the birth of the Junior ......

The start of motorcycle season is an exciting time for riders everywhere. This book is a comprehensive guide to getting the most out of this special time of year. Packed with tips, tricks, and expert advice, it covers everything from preparing your bike for the road to planning epic road trips. With inspiring stories, it celebrates the unique ......

Prepare for your first ride and evolve to any two-wheeled adventure you can imagine with this clear, accessible, and comprehensive introduction to motorcycle and scooter riding.

The key to the two-wheeled life, no matter the reason for riding, is good instruction and a clear understanding of motorcyclings risks ......

Why jump berms? Step over them.

Why lean into the wind? Drive a car.

Why ride a motorcycle? Every revolution of the wheel is an opportunity when you read between the lines. Explore, join the author as he tunes up. Its a quick trip down the path of life. Nothing out of the ordinary, but perspective is ......

On the heels of a catastrophic eye injury, multiple eye surgeries, and recovery over several years, on a dark night on the Blue Ridge Parkway, finally back in the saddle of his motorcycle, the authors return to riding grinds to a crashing halt. In an instant, theres a deer in his windscreen. Everything goes black then he wakes up on the ......

The thrilling history of the motorcycle, the pioneering marques, and groundbreaking models of the day Discover the gripping, action-packed history of the motorcycle, from the earliest petrol-powered two-wheelers to the blistering superbikes of today. Tracing the history and allure of the motorcycle, this book illustrates the diverse spectrum of ......

The Cotswolds Wrecking Crew ride their motorcycles fast, roaring through the unspoilt countryside and rolling green hills of the Cotswolds.

This area of outstanding natural beauty, nestled in the south of England, dotted with beautiful villages and quaint market towns, is torn asunder by the motorcycle gang who call the Cotswolds ......