Scooter sales had already peaked in Britain by the mid-1960s - led by the likes of the Lambretta and Vespa. Originally designed as transportation for commuters, the scooter came to be seen more as a vehicle for leisure. Ownership shifted to the younger generation and their appetite for speed and power was insatiable. Shops appeared offering ......
MOTOCOURSE 2021-2022 celebrates its 46th year of publication! Bursting with over stunning colour photographs from the world’s finest photographers, MOTOCOURSE covers it all. Regarded worldwide as The Bible of Motorcycle Racing.
The 3-cylinder Triumph Trident and BSA Rocket 3 were developed to compete with Hondas forthcoming 750cc motorcycle. Initially they did not compare well - although very fast, they lacked sophistication and their quirky styling was offputting - and the decision was made to suspend production. This was not the most auspicious start, but a ......
This charming book, packed with unique artwork and engaging photographs, celebrates scooter mania. In a feast of nostalgia, it takes us through the evolution of the scooter, focusing naturally on all things Lambretta and Vespa, but also covering plenty of obscure and eccentric machinery along the way. Scooter enthusiasm in all its forms ......
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 ......
The 1980s was a vibrant period of motorcycling in Britain. In bikes a golden era saw a dominance of Japanese bikes and evolution from old, twin shock UJMs into racer-replicas, fully-faired tourers, screaming strokers and turbos. Behemoths like Suzukis GSX1100 gave way to the Suzuki Katana and Kawasakis revolutionary GPz900R. The mid-decade saw ......
A detailed history of the Norton Commando: its antecedents, development, and year-by-year production changes, including the turbulent story of the company that built it, bringing the story right up to the present day. This book also includes expert advice on owning and maintaining one of these iconic bikes, as well as information on clubs, ......
A fascinating history of European motorcycle racing, going back to a period far removed from the world of Moto GP today: a time when many young men from all walks of life decided to give up their livelihoods in favour of earning their living by racing motorcycles on the dangerous public road circuits of the European Continent. It was a nomadic ......
The industrial and technical history of the Lambretta D/LD series, the classic Lambretta par excellence, the model that has represented the purest essence of the scooter "made in Italy", as told through invaluable archive materials. Previously unpublished photos and official documents discovered in the Innocenti archives along with accurate ......
Featuring impressive close-up shots of the riders and their brilliant bikes, the fantastic official the Origins of Moto GP calendar for 2022 is a must-have for all fans of this daredevil sport! Every month includes a spacious date grid for noting your commitments.
A 16 month calendar that can be used from September 2021 containing images of the 70s superbikes. The calendar contains all public holidays, notable events & important dates. The Calendar also features large grids for making notes of those special dates to remember.
The Harley-Davidson Source Book celebrates these iconic motorcycles in encyclopedia form. Rich with vivid photography, insightful commentary, and production specs and data, this is the #1 resource for die-hard Harley fans all around the world. When most people close their eyes and imagine a motorcycle, that motorcycle looks very much like a ......
In this book, moto-journalist Christopher P. Baker offers a complete guide to every production engine ever built by the USAs leading motorcycle brand. Packed with technical data and specifications for all the engine families, the text examines key innovations in minute detail while capturing the spirit of more than a century of mechanical ......
Take a full-throttle tour through more than a century of Harley-Davidson history with this definitive guide.
The Ultimate Harley-Davidson tells the story of the worlds greatest motorcycle make--from its origins in a backyard shed to the international company it is today, more than 100 ......
Step back in time and enjoy 12 months of scooters in this 2022 calendar. Every month has a fantastic image of a classic scooter and a roomy grid for your appointments.
A 16 month calendar that can be used from September 2021 containing images of the Classic British Bikes. From iconic B.S.As through to Triumphs and Aerial when British motor bikes were the only ones to be seen on. The calendar contains all public holidays, notable events & important dates. The Calendar also features large grids for making notes ......
The iconic brand makes every motorcycle enthusiast wax poetic about the olden days when motorbikes were made in line with the good ole American tradition of quality, sophistication, and velocity.
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Following in his late fathers footsteps, Tai Woffinden made his name as Britains most successful speedway rider ever. Known for his speed on the tracks and his quirky tattoos, he is a popular figure within the sport and beyond it. With a vast array of titles to his name, including youngest ever Grand Prix World Champion, achieved at the age of ......
This 2022 wall calendar features photos of a range of fantastic superbikes, including top models from Ducati and Kawasaki. Each monthly superbike image is accompanied by an informative description and a spacious date grid.
AN EXCEPTIONAL READ - Motor Cycle News STUART BARKER IS TO WRITING WHAT VALENTINO ROSSI IS TO RIDING [...] A MUST-READ FOR ALL BIKE NUTS - DAILY MIRROR At high speed everything becomes more difficult and more beautiful. When youre racing at 180mph, the semi-bends become bends, the little holes become big holes, everything ......
Celebrate more than a century of Harley-Davidson history with this definitive guide. Ultimate Harley-Davidson tells the story of the worlds greatest motorcycle marque - from its origins in a backyard shed to the international company it is today. Gloriously illustrated gallery spreads showcase more than 70 of the best Harleys ever built, ......
A hybrid machine--powered at times by steam, electricity or internal combustion--the motorcycle in its infancy was an innovation to help bicycle racers go faster. As motor age technology advanced, the quest for greater speed at the velodrome peaked, with riders reaching up to 100 mph on pedal-started bikes without brakes, suspensions or gear ......
Back in print! The full history of the popular Triumph Tiger Cub motorcycle. This ultimate reference source book covers every aspect of these machines, including 22 detailed model profiles, delivery details, technical design specifications, military, police and competition bikes, plus the full story behind the model s production run. Now back ......
Motoring and aviation enthusiast Vic Norman has led a remarkable life. A trip to the 1954 British Grand Prix left an indelible mark, and he went on to own some of the most coveted road and racing cars of all time. He also founded Rosso Racing, which restored and prepared competition Ferraris, but in the early 1980s his passion for aeroplanes ......
Royal Enfields famous motor - made like a gun - hints at the factorys origins, but few appreciate that it is the oldest motorcycle manufacturer in existence that can boast of continuous production. In addition, its famous Bullet can claim the longest motorcycle production run of all time. Greg Pullen charts the rise, fall and rise again of ......
Part manual of handy hints, part practical guide, and above all a humorous personal diary, A Tin of Tomatoes and a Tiny Scooter is a tale of what typically befalls those who choose to restore a classic vehicle. In this case, it is the authors obscure 1960s model Italian motor scooter.
Follow the almost quixotic journey, as Gary L. ......
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 ......
Two all-time classic road racing films on one DVD!
The Road Racers goes behind-the-scenes and into the lives of road racers Frank Kennedy, Mervyn Robinson and Joey Dunlop. From the crackle of racing engines at full power during unofficial practice, to the spectacular riders-eye-view of racing on roads barely ......
Buy the completely updated History of the TT 1907 - 2020 with two volumes of Dukes excellent Isle of Man TT Highlights audio CDs.
The newly updated History of the TT is narrated by TT commentator Dave Moore and brings the epic story of the Worlds oldest real road races right up to date.
The Sound Stories audio CDs were ......
COVID-19 stopped many road racing events across Britain, but it seems nothing can stop the Barry Sheene Classic.
Olivers Mount Racing did everything they could to ensure there was some real road racing action to enjoy, and the fans responded enthusiastically.
Lee Johnston, Dean Harrison, Tom Weeden and more put on thrilling ......
The World’s longest running road racing deserves a great history.
TT commentator and historian Dave Moore has collaborated with the production team to retell the story of the Isle of Man TT Races from inception to Peter Hickman’s stunning 135mph lap record.
Discover the stories behind legends like Jimmy Guthrie, Stanley ......
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