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The Complete Book of Moto Guzzi

Author : Ian Falloon

Publisher : Motorbooks

Page : 275 pages

File Size : 18,45 MB

Release : 2020-11-03

Category : Transportation

ISBN : 0760367701

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The Complete Book of Moto Guzzi: 100th Anniversary Edition, Every Model Since 1921, written by respected motorcycle expert Ian Falloon, offers enthusiasts a thorough review of Guzzi’s storied 100-year history via all of its production models. The oldest European motorcycle manufacturer in continuous production, Italy's Moto Guzzi has built some of the most iconic motorcycles ever produced. Established in 1921, the company is one of the most traditional motorcycle makers and also one of the most innovative. Carlo Guzzi's first engine design, a horizontal single, defined Moto Guzzi's road-going motorcycles for the company's first 45 years. In the 1950s, Moto Guzzi experienced tremendous success in Grand Prix motorcycle racing. Today, Moto Guzzi has a higher profile than ever, thanks to its popularity among enthusiast celebrities like Ewan McGregor. This new edition of The Complete Book of Moto Guzzi includes a 100th anniversary introduction, new photography, and additional pages to cover the newest models from 2018 to 2020. All of Moto Guzzi’s production models are covered in detail, including the groundbreaking Falcone, the V-8 Grand Prix racers, the V7 Sport, the Ambassador, the Eldorado, the Le Mans, the Daytona, right up to today’s the complete range of modern bikes including the V7, Griso, Stelvio, and V9. Celebrate a century of iconic Moto Guzzi machines, model by stunning model.



Moto Guzzi

Author : Jeffrey Schnapp

Publisher : National Geographic Books

Page : 0 pages

File Size : 21,96 MB

Release : 2021-10-12

Category : Transportation

ISBN : 8891831875

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This book tells the story of one of the world’s most innovative, beloved, and famous motorcycle manufacturers on its 100th anniversary. In 1921, Giorgio Parodi founded Moto Guzzi with the mechanic Carlo Guzzi. The purpose of the company was to design innovative motorcycles in the Mandello del Lario headquarters on Lake Como, where the factory still stands today. Moto Guzzi bikes immediately stood out for their high performance and technical sophistication. Their greatness was proven by competition wins, and these sporting triumphs were accompanied by commercial success that made Moto Guzzi the most important motorcycle manufacturer in Italy. These victories did not happen by chance, but were the result of continuous innovation. The company soon decided to withdraw from competitions because of its “manifest superiority” and instead focused on production. It has since continued to churn out iconic innovations and models, like the California, which was chosen by the LAPD for their patrols. Moto Guzzi is no longer just a motorcycle but, like Harley-Davidson, it has become a style, a philosophy and a sign of belonging to the Guzzi tribe that unites movie stars like Ewan McGregor with acclaimed designers like Tom Dixon, musicians like Billy Joel, and astronauts such as Paolo Nespoli.



Moto Guzzi

Author : Mario Colombo

Publisher : Giorgio Nada Editore

Page : 0 pages

File Size : 26,95 MB

Release : 2008-02-15

Category : Transportation

ISBN : 9788879113939

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Fourth edition of "Moto Guzzi The Complete History From 1921", since first published in 1977, it is considered a masterpiece of motorcycle literature and a basic source of information on Moto Guzzi. Revised, expanded and updated, including a review of current production, it covers the industrial and competitive history of Italy’s number one motorcycle marquee in terms of model variety and racing laurels. It includes a complete and accurate catalog of all the models, which represent the entire span of Moto Guzzi production, including the V 11 Le Mans, the last versions of the California, the MGS 01 Corsa, the Griso, the Breva, the Norge, the 1200 Sport as well as the 940 Custom.



Moto Guzzi

Author : Jan Leek

Publisher : Schiffer Military History

Page : 0 pages

File Size : 35,6 MB

Release : 2013

Category : Transportation

ISBN : 9780764343445

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There are many ways of designing a motorcycle, but it takes a great deal of artistic sensitivity to create a legend from only two cylinders. That is exactly what Moto Guzzi, the prestige manufacturer in Mandello del Lario, has done. Active in motorcycle construction since 1920, particularly in the years after 1945 it created motorcycles that made history, especially those with the powerful V-twin engine installed lengthwise in the chassis. For forty years the V-twin four-stroke engine has been the Italian company's flagship. The fine Italians, Le Mans, and California types, and the small 125s, 250s and 350s are described here with accuracy and detail. This comprehensive volume describes all models and technical details. As is the style of the authors, they also provide background information about the company and the industry. It is not all about machines and horsepower, but also the people who put their stamp on the operations: not only a treat for fans of serious technical information, but a gripping story as well.





Going The Wrong Way

Author : Chris Donaldson

Publisher :

Page : 360 pages

File Size : 15,47 MB

Release : 2020-04-23

Category : Biography & Autobiography

ISBN : 9781838012762

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A young man escapes 1970s Belfast on his Moto Guzzi Le Mans, and tries to find himself... and the road to Australia... what could possibly go wrong



Moto Guzzi

Author : Mick Walker

Publisher : Crowood Press (UK)

Page : 0 pages

File Size : 23,25 MB

Release : 2005

Category : Moto Guzzi motorcycle

ISBN : 9781861267351

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Moto Guzzi has the most star-studded history of any Italian motorcycle marque, and in no sphere of its activities is this more marked than in racing. Quite simply, no other factory has managed to equal what Moto Guzzi has achieved since it began in 1920.



Guzziology Version 9

Author : Dave Richardson

Publisher :

Page : 711 pages

File Size : 33,60 MB

Release : 2018-12-03

Category :

ISBN : 9781790479214

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Book Description

Guzziology has been called the bible for owning, operating, maintaining, servicing, repairing, updating, and modifying Moto Guzzi motorcycles. It has been continually updated for over a quarter of a century. Author Dave Richardson has 34 years of experience working in Moto Guzzi dealerships. Guzziology has been purchased by Guzzisti in all 50 US states, all 10 Canadian provinces, all 7 continents (Yes, someone ordered a copy from Antarctica!), and over 40 countries. This is the latest version, Version 9.



Moto Guzzi Big Twins

Author : Greg Field

Publisher :

Page : 128 pages

File Size : 48,64 MB

Release : 1998

Category : Transportation

ISBN : 9780760303634

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Book Description

In the MOTORCYCLES COLOUR HISTORY series. A detailed history of the Italian motorcycle makers bikes powered by engines rated 700cc and larger. Field traces the origin of the species and its evolution from a 1967 model to today's fuel-injected twins. The colour illustrations are accompanied by detailed descriptions of each model.



Moto Guzzi

Author : Greg Pullen

Publisher : Crowood

Page : 329 pages

File Size : 23,3 MB

Release : 2013-12-15

Category : Transportation

ISBN : 1847975771

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With the launch of the new California 1400 in 2013, and actor Ewan McGregor appointed brand ambassador, Moto Guzzi's owners Piaggio are proving their belief in the future and importance of Moto Guzzi. Moto Guzzi - The Complete Story charts the development of the stylish Guzzi bikes and the highs (and lows) of one of the oldest motorcycles marques still in existence. Topics covered include the origins of the Moto Guzzi factory at Madello del Lario - the oldest motorcycle factory in the world; the success at the Isle of man TT and races worldwide; the development of the V-twin engine; the De Tomaso years and the introduction of the iconic Le Mans model. The complete story of Moto Guzzi, from 1921 to the present day covers some very special motorcycles and some astonishing people who made it happen. Will be of great interest as a reference book to all motorbike enthusiasts and is superbly illustrated with 250 colour photographs.