The Ultimate History of Fast Motorcycles

The Ultimate History of Fast Motorcycles

Author: Parragon, Incorporated

Publisher: Parragon Publishing

Published: 2003

Total Pages: 328

ISBN-13: 9781405415927

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Photographs and text trace the history of high-performance motorcycles, profiling the people who built and rode them and the most important models and designs.


The Ultimate Motorcycle Book

The Ultimate Motorcycle Book

Author: Hugo Wilson

Publisher: DK Publishing (Dorling Kindersley)

Published: 1993

Total Pages: 192

ISBN-13: 9780751300437

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A one-of-a-kind compendium of motorcycles for the veteran, mid-level rider, or rank beginner with major dreams. Over 100 classic, celebrity, and experimental bikes are showcased, from those of Lawrence of Arabia to the world's fastest production bike. Over 850 full-color photos.


The Ultimate History of Fast Bikes

The Ultimate History of Fast Bikes

Author: Roland Brown

Publisher:

Published: 2003

Total Pages: 320

ISBN-13: 9781405415903

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For those whose hearts miss a beat at the sight, sound or feel of a speeding motorbike - join us in the fast lane for a celebration of the most exciting high-performance motorcycles ever built. Illustrated in full colour, each entry includes a detailed specification table and authoritative performance figures.


The Ultimate History of Fast Bikes

The Ultimate History of Fast Bikes

Author: Roland Brown

Publisher:

Published: 2008

Total Pages: 320

ISBN-13: 9781405473033

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For those whose hearts miss a beat at the sight, sound or feel of a speeding motorbike - join us in the fast lane for a celebration of the most exciting high-performance motorcycles ever built. Illustrated in full colour, each entry includes a detailed specification table and authoritative performance figures.


Chris Boardman: The Biography of the Modern Bike

Chris Boardman: The Biography of the Modern Bike

Author: Chris Boardman

Publisher: Hachette UK

Published: 2015-06-22

Total Pages: 288

ISBN-13: 1844038475

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Former Olympic champion, Tour de France record holder, successful bike designer, and leader of the British Olympic Cycling Team's 'Secret Squirrels', Chris Boardman, looks at the development of the modern bike from the first experiments with gearing, through to the superbikes of today. Co-written with cycling expert Chris Sidwells, with features on components, manufacturers, designers and iconic designs, The Biography of the Modern Bike is a fascinating study of cycle design through the decades. Fully illustrated throughout, and with lively and informative text - this will make a great addition to any bike lover's bookshelves.


Maximum Control

Maximum Control

Author: Pat Hahn

Publisher: MotorBooks International

Published: 2010-01-03

Total Pages: 162

ISBN-13: 0760336741

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This is the first how-to guide for riding a big bike, with clear information on differences in equipment and handling, steering, positioning, powering up, braking and carrying a passenger.


The Complete Book of Classic and Modern Triumph Motorcycles 3rd Edition

The Complete Book of Classic and Modern Triumph Motorcycles 3rd Edition

Author: Ian Falloon

Publisher: Motorbooks

Published: 2024-10-15

Total Pages: 311

ISBN-13: 0760392188

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The ultimate illustrated reference for Triumph lovers and fans of British motorcycles, this revised and updated third edition collects all the motorcycles from this iconic brand through 2024. Originally formed as a bicycle company in 1885, Triumph produced its first motorcycle in 1902, which was simply a bicycle fitted with a Belgian Minerva engine. From there, the company, in various iterations, went on to build some of the most iconic motorcycles of all time. Written by respected Triumph expert Ian Falloon, the third edition of The Complete Book of Classic and Modern Triumph Motorcycles: 1937 to Todaycovers all the major and minor models, including: The legendary 1937 Speed Twin Era-defining motorcycles such as the Thunderbird, Tiger, Trophy, and Bonneville Modern machines such as the Speed Triple, Thruxton, Tiger adventure bikes, Speed 400, and Rocket III Non-production models and factory racing and speed-record-setting motorcycles that have become integral parts of Triumph’s stellar reputation Detailed technical specifications are included alongside compelling photography, much of it sourced from Triumph’s archives. Sidebars offer Triumph cultural snapshots like The Wild One film, actor James Dean, land-speed record setters, Steve McQueen’s racers, and competition stories. This is the book no Triumph fan should be without!


The Motorbike Book

The Motorbike Book

Author: Mick Duckworth

Publisher: DK Publishing (Dorling Kindersley)

Published: 2023

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9780241651421

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"Tracing the history and allure of the motorcycle, this book illustrates the diverse spectrum of bikes from the earliest prototypes to battery-powered machines of the modern age. It showcases motorcycles in all their forms, from humble scooters that offer mobility to the masses, the scrabblers and racers that delight enthusiasts, to the iconic choppers and cruisers that can cross continents"--Publisher's description.


Sports and Modernity in Late Imperial Ethiopia

Sports and Modernity in Late Imperial Ethiopia

Author: Katrin Bromber

Publisher: Boydell & Brewer

Published: 2022

Total Pages: 240

ISBN-13: 1847012922

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This first academic study of the history of modern sports in Ethiopia during the imperial rule of the 20th century argues that modern sports offers new possibilities to explore the meanings of modernity in Africa. Providing an in-depth analysis of the role of sports in modern educational institutions, volunteer organizations, and urbanization processes, the author shows how agents, ideas and practices linked societal improvement and bodily improvement.


Hot Bikes

Hot Bikes

Author:

Publisher: Penguin

Published: 2014-04-01

Total Pages: 482

ISBN-13: 1465430881

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Packed with more than a hundred marvelous motorbikes, this revved-up collection will delight the motorcycle enthusiast. Expert author Hugo Wilson has loaded the book with the most exceptional machines ever to rule the roads. Superb, museum-quality photography and a clean and classic DK layout showcases each machine, while the text celebrates the appeal of each and every brilliant bike in the book. Test drive this essential visual history of the motorbike and you'll want to take it home.