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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 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!
"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.
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.
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.