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 ......
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 ......
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 ......
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, ......
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 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 ......
he Motorcycle Industry in New York State is the first book to focus on the over 120-year history of motorcycle construction in the Empire State. Beginning with experimental motorized bicycles in the 1890s, New Yorks motorcycle industry experienced its golden years for innovation and production in the 1900s and 1910s. From that ......
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 truth is this. Riding a motorcycle well is part skill, part willing to learn, part understanding of basic physics, and part giving a damn about your safety and the safety of those around you.
The, author of the Motorcycle Smarts book (and NASA engineer), debunks the myth that crashing is a matter of fate by explaining the most ......
Island Racer is the worlds largest and best TT racing publication. Each year its 148 pages delivers the most incredible photos, articles and interviews with the modern gladiators who do battle on the worlds most punishing motorcycle course. 2023s Island Racer focuses on the biggest names and the fastest motorcycles that are taking on TT 2023 ......
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 ......
When Leo Mason traded a career in advertising for a shot at becoming a professional photographer in 1974, he set four goals for his new life, declaring that it should be both fun and financially viable; that it must involve travelling the world, meeting interesting people; and that his photography must be just a little better than average. Leo ......
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 Manx Grand Prix returned this year with a new look bringing with it some exciting racing.
And with top flight riders on some rapid classic machinery, the spectacle is on a par with the best TT races.
125+mph laps on 20 year old bikes from Michael Dunlop is something to behold.
The Harz motorcycle map makes bikers hearts beat faster. The road map is designed for the planning and implementation of extended motorcycle tours and impresses with its easy-to-read and detailed cartography. The Harz motorcycle map is particularly suitable for experienced motorcyclists, because the winding routes through Germanys northernmost ......
After a botched spinal operation left her partially paralysed aged forty-five, Bizzie Frost found herself unable to enjoy the active and invigorating lifestyle she loved in Saudi Arabia. That was until six years later when her husband proposed they buy a Harley-Davidson. An invitation to join friends on a 2,500km ride to Oman was irresistible ......
This is a meticulously detailed history of the Triumph Bonneville: its antecedents, how it came about, and year-by-year production changes, with detailed technical specifications and contemporary road test reports showing how the Bonneville compared with its rivals. However, the history of the bike cannot be separated from the turbulent story ......
Discover the best biking routes around Europe.
The definitive European motorcycle touring bible, with the best biking roads presented in 100 easy-to-follow, tried-and-tested routes from motorcycle journalist, author and traveller Simon Weir.
From the peaks of the Picos de Europa to the sun-kissed shores of Sicily, from ......
The essential exploration of the design, history, and culture of the motorcycle - an icon of the machine age.
Motorcycles are ubiquitous in the worlds streets and cities, evolving over decades in engineering and design to meet individual transportation needs. With the coming demise of the internal combustion engine and the rise of ......
The Distinguished Gentlemans Ride: Decade of Dapper documents and celebrates 10 years of raising funds and awareness for mens health initiatives with engaging stories and gorgeous photography.
Starting from the simple, joyous act of riding a motorcycle, The Distinguished Gentlemans Ride (DGR) has united ......
From Vincents to Moto Guzzis and the legendary Britten to the BSA Goldstar 350, Kiwi Bikers captures the love affair New Zealanders have with motorcycles. From north to south and from veteran bikes to the latest high performers, this book showcases 85 incredible motorbikes and their passionate owners. Shot by motorbike enthusiast and respected ......
The 2022 season thrilled fans with another action-packed championship which saw Bradley Ray, Jason OHalloran, Tarran Mackenzie, Glen Irwin, Lee Jackson, Kyle Ryde, Rory Skinner and Tommy Bridewell battle it out in the title fighter showdown.
The official review lets you relive all of the action in this enthralling re-telling of a ......
MOTOCOURSE 2022-23 47th YEAR OF PUBLICATION For lovers of two-wheeled motorsport, Motocourse stands alone as the leading yearbook covering the sport. Since its launch 1976 it has evolved through the decades into the most authoritative chronicle on the FIM motorcycling world and key national championships. The 20-race MotoGP championship ......
Like Ron Davis first book, Shiny Side Up, Rubber Side Down: The Improbable Inclination to Travel on Two Wheels is a compilation of stories with some connection to the motorcycle life; however, it also includes not only new motorcycling stories, but reviews, personality profiles, and a few memoirs. Ron said, One of the most gratifying responses ......
Motorcycles entered military service in World War I, replacing the mounted despatch rider and mechanizing machine-gun and stretcher units. The conflict brought an enormous upsurge in the use of motorcycles in Europe and America. This comprehensive new book covers the lively history of the machines, highlighting the roles of military ......
The fascinating story of the Milanese scooter par excellence concluded with the Lambretta DL-GP series. This book looks at all aspects of this special scooter: its history, its technical evolution, its sporting victories, with a specific chapter devoted to the British market, which more than any other took the DL to its heart and still today ......
The Story of Harley-Davidson is a compact and dynamic exploration of the legendary motorcycle manufacturer.
There are few silhouettes on the worlds roads as instantly recognisable as that of the Harley-Davidson. The iconic motorcycle brand is synonymous with myth, adventure and excitement, and its story is no ......
From the first race in 1922, the Ulster Grand Prix has been one of the most thrilling events in the international motorcycling calendar, attracting enormous crowds of spectators to watch the feats of the worlds great riders and machines. Now a century old, the UGP holds a special place in the hearts of fans across the world and here at ......
Following a three year absence, the return of the Isle of Man TT fuelled by Monster Energy in 2022 promised to be one for the history books and it certainly delivered.
From the exciting on-track battles between Michael Dunlop and Peter Hickman to the controversial tyre issues, TT 2022 was filled with plenty of drama and all the action ......
Following a three year absence, the return of the Isle of Man TT fuelled by Monster Energy in 2022 promised to be one for the history books and it certainly delivered.
From the exciting on-track battles between Michael Dunlop and Peter Hickman to the controversial tyre issues, TT 2022 was filled with plenty of drama and all the action ......
With 75 World Championships (riders and manufacturers), 270 Grand Prix victories, and more than 3000 International race wins, MV Agustas competition record is unequalled amongst Italian motorcycle manufacturers. MVs list of World Champions includes some of the greatest names in the sport, with Carlo Ubbiali, John Surtees, Mike Hailwood, Giacomo ......
While BMW motorcycles remain mostly associated with its R-series shaft-drive boxer twins, its the K-series liquid-cooled multis that have been and remain the German firms most advanced, radical and downright wacky bikes of all. Launched in 1983 to propel BMW into a whole new era, the K-series has included some of the worlds most innovative and ......
Offering a huge range of makes and models, whether racer or moped, Triumph or Harley. em>Collector Motorcycles/em> provides a special insight into the most fascinating, rare and cherished machines of the last century./p> p>In this comprehensive catalogue of Australias most collectable motorcycles, Stephen Shepherd presents over 450 stunning ......
BMW cafe racers? You bet! There have been many books published about BMW motorcycles, but until now none has covered the evolution of the BMW sports bike to the BMW cafe racer. A marque not commonly associated with the cafe racer scene, the growing trend of custom BMW cafe conversions is illustrated in detail with stunning images of sporting, ......
BMW Motorcycles: 100 Years celebrates the legendary machines built by Germanys leading motorcycle manufacturer.
BMWs long history of evolving technology comes across in this detailed story beginning with side-valve machines in the 1920s and early overhead-valve performance bikes, then moving ......
The International North West 200 made its much awaited return following a three year hiatus and the 2022 event gave fans all the adrenaline-fuelled action they could ever hope for.
A wet Thursday evening race session saw “King of the Triangle” Alistair Seeley add another two wins to his record, but with ......