British 250cc racing Motorcycles 1946-1959
Author : Chris Pereira
Publisher : David and Charles
Page : 129 pages
File Size : 46,81 MB
Release : 2012-08-02
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ISBN : 1845845110
British 250cc Racing Motorcycles
Author : Chris Pereira
Publisher : Veloce Publishing Ltd
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 28,2 MB
Release : 2004
Category : History
ISBN : 9781904788126
Book Description
Traces the history and development of the privately built British 250cc 'specials' and 'hybrids' competition class of Road Racing from 1946 to 1959. This book recalls the men and machines involved, and traces their history and development, in what was clearly the most technically innovative class of Road Racing in the 1950's. Chapters cover the Pre-war; The REG - machines designed and built by R.E.Geeson; OHC Nortons & Velocettes - hybrids based on modified Manx Norton and KTT Velocette engines reduced to 250cc; BSA Gold Star Specials - 250cc specials based on modified BSA Gold Star engines; and others.
British Custom Motorcycles
Author : Uli Cloesen
Publisher : David and Charles
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 26,59 MB
Release : 2022-04-11
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ISBN : 1787118886
Book Description
Many books have been written about British bikes and their racing history, but no one has devoted an entire book solely to the British-only custom motorcycle, and its chopper, cruiser, bobber and trike scene ... until now.
Drag Bike Racing in Britain – From the mid ‘60s to the mid ‘80s
Author : Keith Lee
Publisher : David and Charles
Page : 189 pages
File Size : 16,13 MB
Release : 2019-02-25
Category :
ISBN : 1787114988
Book Description
Showcases amazing machines and their riders in the ultimate acceleration sport - drag bike racing. Great photographs are combined with the author's in-depth knowledge, to explore, for the first time, the sport in the UK, and chart its relentless pursuit for ever more speed. The diversity of motive power and machine design is examined, as is the influence of racers from the home of drag racing - America - in this unique and fascinating look at the most thrilling sport on two wheels.
Mike Hailwood
Author : Mick Woollett
Publisher : Haynes Publishing Group
Page : 208 pages
File Size : 34,79 MB
Release : 2000
Category : Transportation
ISBN : 9781859606483
Book Description
Mike Hailwood has often been described as motorcycling's greatest rider. A superb all-around rider, Hailwood took eight world titles in the 250cc, 350cc and 500cc classes. This lavishly illustrated volume contains coverage of the British Championships and early Continental races in 1959 and 1960; riding for MV Agusta and Honda in 1960-61; back with Honda and four more world titles, 1966-68; BSA and the American Daytona classic, 1970-71; plus his incredible comeback in 1978 winning the Isle of Man TT on a Ducati and winning the Senior TT title on a Suzuki. Foreword by Giacomo Agostini. Hardbound, 10" x 10", 208 pages, 225 b&w illustrations, 16 color pages
Motorcycle GP Racing in the 1960s
Author : Chris Pereira
Publisher : David and Charles
Page : 176 pages
File Size : 28,91 MB
Release : 2022-03-29
Category :
ISBN : 1787118797
Book Description
This book examines the classic period of Grand Prix racing from 1960 to 1969, and the men and machines involved. Covering the emergence of the Japanese factories and the struggle for supremacy between 2- and 4-stroke technologies, it is a fascinating exploration of the last decade of 'traditional' Grand Prix racing, before significant events changed the nature of the sport forever.
Tales of Triumph Motorcycles & the Meriden Factory
Author : Hughie Hancox
Publisher : David and Charles
Page : 276 pages
File Size : 48,29 MB
Release :
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ISBN : 1845845560
Book Description
A delightful and often humerous account of life with the Triumph motorcycle company in its heyday. Hughie Hancox started work with the Triumph Engineering Company (manufacturer of Triumph motorcycles) in 1954 and, apart from a short break for national service, stayed with the company until its closed in 1974. In his time with Triumph, Hughie worked in the Experimental, Service, Product Road Test, Toolroom, Final Production Assembly and Service Repair Shop departments before joining the staff in the Service Office. He also served as a Technical Writer/Advisor/Customer Relations "Trouble Shooter." Even his National Service was spent with the "White Helmets" motorcycle display team! Here, Hughie tells the story of his life in the famous Meriden factory and of his many adventures with Triumph motorcycles and Triumph people and, by doing so, records the fascinating inside story of one of Britain's greatest motorcycle marques.
Italian Custom Motorcycles
Author : Uli Cloesen
Publisher : David and Charles
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 36,3 MB
Release : 2022-03-22
Category :
ISBN : 1787118746
Book Description
Many books have been published about Italian motorcycles, but none has focused exclusively on the Italian motorcycle-based chopper ... until now. Featuring stunning photography, this is a great book for Italian bike fans, and fans of the custom bike scene in general.
Mick Walker's Japanese Grand Prix Racing Motorcycles
Author : Mick Walker
Publisher : Redline Books
Page : 210 pages
File Size : 21,27 MB
Release : 2002
Category : Sports & Recreation
ISBN : 9780953131181
Book Description
This book is the fifth in the Mick Walker Racing Motorcycle series. It covers the Grand Prix Motorcycles from Japan.
Mick Walker's European Racing Motorcycles
Author : Mick Walker
Publisher : Redline Books
Page : 236 pages
File Size : 26,77 MB
Release : 2000
Category : Sports & Recreation
ISBN : 9780953131136
Book Description
While the history of European ompetition motorcycles has been largely dominated by Italian, British, and German marques, other builders around the continent have also played significant roles from the turn of the century to present. Arranged by nation, this book examines more than two dozen important marques, including Bultaco, CZ, Elf, Husqvarna, KTM, Ossa, Peugeot, and many others. A wealth of rare photography, including a special color section, includes candid shots of the top personalities and the bikes both at rest and at speed.
