Most social science studies on automobility have focused on the production, usage, identity construction and aesthetic improvements of personal means of transportation. What happens if we shift the focus to the labour, knowledge and social relations that go into the unavoidable moments of maintenance and repair? Taking motorcycling in Romania ......
The early Hinckley Triumphs produced from 1991 to 2004 - Trophy, Daytona, Trident, Trident Sprint, Tiger, Speed Triple, Adventurer, Thunderbird - were designed and manufactured using a modular concept. This assists in the sharing of components across the range of bikes, which was useful with the restricted availability of spare parts. With over ......
Motorcycle Engineering is a primer and technical introduction for anyone interested in motorcycles, motorcycling, and the motorcycle industry. It provides insight into how motorcycles are made and operated.
Motorcycles, mopeds, and scooters are important factors in world transport, and they are playing an increasingly ......
Allow Mark Lindemann, Cycle World Magazines resident expert, share the tips and tricks he has gained from riding over 750 different bikes during the past 30 years. This is the perfect guide for beginners or those looking to get back on two wheels after a hiatus. Evolve from rookie to seasoned rider with this comprehensive beginners guide to ......
How to Build a Motorcycle leads you through all the key stages - from initially finding the right project for your skill level, to sourcing a base bike and safely taking on some full-on bike-building tasks. With clear, easy-to-follow instructions, proper advice and specially commissioned step-by-step illustrations throughout it is an ideal aid ......
This is a workshop guide to strip-down, rebuild, maintenance and repair of two-stroke motorcycle engines. Author Dave Boothroyd covers the principles and practice of two-stroke engine work, examining a wide range of marques and road, racing and trail motorcycles. With over 450 colour photographs, this new book covers: the chronological ......
The 1970s and 1980s were wonderful eras for the motorcycle, with their assortment of crazy two-strokes, and the first multi-cylinder superbikes coming thick and fast from Japan. It was a time of fast-paced engineering advances, and a time in motorcycle history that is unlikely ever to be repeated. Yet the then-over budget motorcycles that we ......
The story of the Norton Rotaries is traced from its announcement in the early 80s. Included are road, comparison and prototype tests, racing and riding impressions and full performance data. All models are covered including the Classic, Commander, F1 and F1 Sport.
In 1948 Nortons new twin appeared as a 500cc and soon became known as the Dominator. The new bike was well received. Although not particularly impressive, this changed with the introduction of the Featherbed frame in 1952. These Dominators all looked good, sounded good, ran well and steered with precision. Bigger engines were introduced and ......
Road and enduro tests - Tech. Data - Research KX250 - KT250 - KD175 - KS125 - KX125 - F11M and F12M Motocrossers - KD125 - KL250 - Bighorn 350 - Prototype Trialer - Baja 450
This book of articles from Cycle World will be of value to potential buyers & present owners. Included are road tests, intros & road impressions. Models covered: TY80A, RT1B, AT1, CT1, 360, DT3, DT360A, Enduros, Cheney, AT1M, 360MX, LT2 & LT3MX, 250, YZ250, M, TY250 & YZ250.
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