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The Life Harley-Davidson
From the moment we first saw riders experiencing the joy and the freedom that can only be found riding a powerful motorcycle down an open road, many of us have been hooked on the life Harley-Davidson. The Life: Harley-Davidson celebrates that freedom.
The Life Harley-Davidson covers all aspects of the Harley lifestyle, profiling celebrity Harley fans like Elvis Presley, Hunter S. Thompson, Peter Fonda, and Arnold Schwartzenegger. All the iconic machines are here, too, like the Sporster, Electra Glide, and Fat Boy. The book also explores all the major types of custom Harleys, like Bobbers, Choppers, and Cafe racers.
This is about more than just motorcycles, though. It's about community, gear, and tattoos. It's about B movies, like The Wild One, The Wild Angels, and Wild Hogs. And, of course, television's and Sons of Anarchy, a program that ignited interest in the life Harley-Davidson among a younger generation of rebels. Chapters cover the one percenter outlaw club scene, focusing on international clubs like the Hells Angels, Outlaws, Pagans, and Dragons.
The Life: Vespa
Since hitting the road in 1946, eighteen million Vespa motor scooters have buzzed the Earth.
Vespa's success lies in the uniqueness of its design -- in the unmistakable sheet metal skin that, over the span of decades, has defined the concept of "motor scooter."
The Life Vespa celebrates all aspects of the scooters and the thriving culture that surrounds them. Since Vespa is affordable and in high-style, the life Vespa encompasses all walks of life, from street urchins to celebrities like Audrey Hepburn, John Wayne, and Brad Pitt.
Part of Motorbooks' "Life" series, The Life Vespa melds machine and culture to immerse you in la bella vita.
The London Cycle Guide
Contrary to popular belief, it is possible to have fun on a bicycle in London. The 25 routes described in this guide cover more than 250 miles enjoyable cycling. Designed to suit all ages and capabilities, much of the rides are traffic-free -- even in the city's center -- taking cyclists along waterways and parks to sites of historic and cultural interest. All routes are clearly defined with step-by-step notes and color maps. Also included are do's and don'ts for cycling in London, and sections on history, public transport, shops, and amenities.
The Manx Norton (Revised Edition)
The most famous of all British racing motorcycles, with an ancestry dating back to the very dawn of the internal combustion engine, the 'cammy' Norton is inseparable from the era of British domination in motorcycle racing. It is linked with the legendary heroes of the sport, Jimmie Guthrie, Harold Daniell, Geoff Duke, John Surtees, Mike Hailwood and the age when Britain had the world's finest motorcycle industry. This revised edition of the definitive history contains additional material and traces the design, development, the leading riders and tuners. It presents a superb collection of photographs, many previously unpublished. The Manx Norton covers not only the Manx itself, but also features boardroom battles, Norton's early history, record breaking, sidecars, Formula 3 cars, scrambling (motocross); the Domiracer; racing at Daytona and today's classic scene.
The Motorcycle Safety Foundation’s Guide to Motorcycling Excellence: Skills, Knowledge, and Strategies for Riding Right
Here is a book for the motorcyclist who wants to do it right! The most complete, authoritative book ever published on safe riding techniques and strategies. More than one million students have completed courses developed by the Motorcycle Safety Foundation, and this book is the culmination of what that leading rider training organization has learned about teaching students of all ages and experience. It is the perfect refresher for anyone who has taken an MSF course and will be an eye-opener for those who have not yet discovered them. In a clear, engaging style with detailed diagrams and extensive full-color photographs and illustrations, the book covers rider attitude, proper dress, performance, maintenance and troubleshooting, as well as basic and advanced street skills. Included are tips on how to stop quickly when necessary; avoid traffic hazards; apply evasive maneuvers; countersteer for better control; travel skillfully in a group; identify and fix mechanical problems; ride more smoothly at high and low speeds; maintain momentum in off-highway riding; and much more. A remarkable source of riding wisdom, the first edition has been a best-seller and the definitive reference for the sport. This new second edition features the latest insights from the new, updated MSF curriculum, plus all new photos and graphics that make its valuable lessons easy to follow.
The Motorcycle World Champions: The Inside Story of History’s Heroes
From Michael Scott, author of Hayness highly successful biography of Barry Sheene, here is a fabulous series of character studies of the premier motorcycle racers, from bomber pilot Les Graham, who won the first 500cc World Championship in 1949, to American, Nicky Hayden, boasting the Number 1 plate in 2007 MotoGP, and on to the 2007 champion. Famous names like Mike Hailwood, Giacomo Agostini, Kenny Roberts Senior, Mick Doohan and Valentino Rossi are studies, but so are lesser-known heroes who rode the storm to brief glory.
The Norton Commando Bible: All models 1968 to 1978
A detailed history of the Norton Commando: its antecedents, development, and year-by-year production changes, including the turbulent story of the company that built it, bringing the story right up to the present day.
This book also includes expert advice on owning and maintaining one of these iconic bikes, as well as information on clubs, websites and spares.
Featuring great colour photos, including original advertising material, and comprehensive appendices of facts, figures, contacts, technical specifications, engine/frame numbers, and road test performance figures, this is the definitive book of a bike that truly deserves the term 'classic.'
The Scooter Book
The Scooter Book is a wonderfully fun, retro-hip book that aims to take advantage of a hot newtrend in cities big and small; this book includes information on scooter history, culture, and celebrities, plus 'how to buy' tips and info. It includes more than 150 colorful photos of scooters, including all the top-selling models, plus period-evocative historical memorabilia from the 1950s and 1960s. The Scooter Book connects the hipster nostalgia of the scooter to today's modern life. Lifelong rider and writer, the author, Bob Woods, takes readers on a zippy ride through scooter history, stopping off to see how World War II, Audrey Hepburn, and the Who have all played a part in this re-occurring transportation trend. He also tells how to maintain, repair, and care for a scooter and scooter-related gear.
The Scooter Book: Everything You Need to Know About Owning, Enjoying and Maintaining Your Scooter
Following on from the success of The Motorcycle Book, this extensively illustrated, all-color book provides comprehensive reference for all scooter owners and enthusiasts. From traditional to sports, through big-wheel and Super, all aspects of buying, riding, maintaining and tuning a scooter are included. Whether a beginner or experienced rider, the reader will find all the information they need to get on the road and stay on the road safely. There are detailed sections on how a scooter works and how to keep it running, with extensive maintenance and trouble-shooting chapters.
The Scooter: A Complete Guide
Jon Stevens ISBN 10 – 0094587908 Hardcover 336 pages Out of Print. Used.
The Story of Panther Motorcycles: Phelon and Moore’s Search for the Perfect Motorcycle
The legendary Panther was just one of the many machines produced by Phelon & Moore in its long and distinguished history. In this highly informative and readable book, Barry Jones charts the fortunes of both the firm and its motor cycles, from the pioneering days of motorised transport at the turn of the century, when Joah Phelon was developing his all-chain-driven machine, to the financial problems of the mid-60s when the company finally ceased motor cycle manufacture.
This book, which contains valuable specification sheets, diagrams and many fascinating contemporary photographs, is the result of months of research and extensive interviews with former P & M employees.
The Triumph Trophy Bible
A definitive history of Triumph's famous Trophy and (unit construction) Tiger twin-cylinder motorcycles from 1943 until the end of production in 1983. This is the 'Bible' for those seeking information about the Trophy & Tiger covers Triumph TR5, TR6, TR5A/C, T100S/C, T100C, TR7 & TR5T. Coverage includes individual model specifications, color schemes, engine & frame numbers, build totals, model type identification and much more.
The World of Harley-Davidson
This book looks at the reality of the Harley myth, examining the bikes, bikers and the legend.
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The World’s Fastest Bikes 2
The top riders. The toughest tests. The world's fastest bikes. One unforgettable ride. Get ready to gawp as road racing, rally and superbike stars John McGuinness, Dave Moore, Mark Higgins, Scott Smart and Jim Moodie thrash the latest high-performance road bikes to their limits! These guys put the bikes through their paces on track, at Ty-Croes race circuit in Anglesey, and road, around the world famous TT course. Featuring in this feast of mean machines are the: Suzuki GSXR600, Suzuki GSXR1000, Kawasaki ZX6R, Kawasaki ZX10R, Honda CBR 600RR, Honda CBR1000RR Fireblade, Triumph 600, Yamaha R1, Yamaha R6 and Aprilia RSV. Our exclusive footage also includes close-up engine and chassis details, plus rider interviews. Experience this mind-blowing display of speed and style from a rider's eye-view, as on-bike cameras take you on the ride of your dreams.
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The World’s Fastest Motorcycles
Traces the rise of motorcycles and discusses the technology spin-offs from racing bike developments.
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Total Control: High Performance Street Riding Techniques (2nd Edition)
Today's super high-performance bikes are the most potent vehicles ever sold to the public and they demand advanced riding skills. This is the perfect book for riders who want to take their street riding skills to a higher level. Total Control explains the ins and outs of high-performance street riding. Lee Parks, one of the most accomplished riders, racers, authors and instructors in the world, helps riders master the awe-inspiring performance potential of modern motorcycles.This book gives riders everything they need to develop the techniques and survival skills necessary to become a proficient, accomplished, and safer street rider. High quality photos, detailed instructions, and professional diagrams highlight the intricacies and proper techniques of street riding. Readers will come away with a better understanding of everything from braking and cornering to proper throttle control, resulting in a more exciting yet safer ride.
Track Secrets of Champion Road Racers
It takes a very special psyche and consummate skill to become a champion motorcycle racer, skills not readily or easily divulged. Nevertheless, within this book, 14 world-class riders reveal the secrets of their success at circuits as diverse as the Isle of Man and Daytona.
Trail Biking
Text and photographs examine trailbikes which are used for pleasure riding, inexpensive transportation, and competitive racing.
Triumph 350 & 500 Unit Twins 1957 to 1974: 3TA, 5TA Speed Twin, Tiger 90, T100A, T100SS, T100 Tiger, T100S, T100T, T100C, T100R, TR5T, T100D Daytona Series 2
Having this book in your pocket is just like having a real marque expert by your side. Benefit from the author's years of Triumph ownership, learn how to spot a bad bike quickly, and how to assess a promising bike like a professional. Get the right bike at the right price!
Triumph 650 and 750 2-Valve Twins Owners Workshop Manual, No. 122: ’63-’83
Haynes disassembles every subject vehicle and documents every step with thorough instructions and clear photos. Haynes repair manuals are used by the pros, but written for the do-it-yourselfer.
Triumph Bonneville: The Essential Buyer’s Guide: 1959 to 1988
Practical, straightforward guide to buying a secondhand Triumph Bonneville, from the very first 1959 T120 pre-unit 650, to the very last T140 unit 750 machines built by L F Harris.
Triumph Daytona 1991-2006 Road Test Portfolio 750, 900, 955, 1000 & 1200
When Triumph were reborn in a stunning manner in 1961, most expected that the top-of-the-range sports machine would be labelled as a Bonneville - but no - top sports honours were awarded to motorcycles carrying the world ‘Daytona’ in their title. Daytona notoriety appeared in the form of the Daytona 1200, a machine of truly awesome performance. With the T595 Daytona, however, Triumph built the first of their truly market sector-leading sports bikes using entirely new engine and cycle parts.This portfolio of articles traces the progress and successes of Triumph’s Daytona models over their 15 years of production. Included are model introductions and ‘first rides’, road, comparison and ‘used bike’ tests plus full specifications and performance data. Advice is also offered on acquiring a good pre-owned Triumph Daytona.
Triumph Daytona 2003-2009
This portfolio of international articles reports on the liquid cooled in-line 4-cylinder sports bikes which were first introduced in 2003.
Triumph began development of a three-cylinder 675cc supersports machine in 2000, alongside the 955i Daytona triple. The first 675 engine was tested on the dyno in 2003 and the first pre-production prototype took to the streets in 2004. The new triple boasted a 10bhp power boost over the 650 with no weight penalty - Triumph had finally found the right formula for their world class middleweight. When the 675 was launched in 2006, demand outstripped supply. The 675 has been hailed as the best British sportsbike ever and, possibly, one of the greatest sportsbikes of all time.
Articles include ‘first rides’, new model introductions, road and comparison tests, technical report, full specifications and performance data, plus a comprehensive buying guide which offers advice on acquiring a good pre-owned Daytona.
Triumph Pre-Unit Twins
Triumph's pre-unit twin-cyclinder motorcycles were produced from 1938 to 1962, with engine sizes of 350cc, 500cc and 650cc. Ridden both on the road and in competition , the bikes formed the basis for Triumph's success through the 1940s to the 1960s. With iconic names such as Speed Twin, Tiger 100, Trophy and Bonneville, the pre-unit Triumphs came as sports bikes and tourers. With their superb styling and reliable engines, there were a favourite both at home and abroad.
Triumph Pre-Unit Twins Owners Workshop Manual: 1947 to 1962 (Haynes 251)
This Haynes motorcycle repair manual covers:
Triumph 5T Speed Twin 1947-1958
Triumph 6T Thunderbird 1947-1961
Triumph T100 Tiger 1947-1959
Triumph T110 Tiger 1954-1961
Triumph T120 Bonneville 1958-1962
Triumph TR5 Trophy 1951-1958
Triumph TR6 Trophy 1956-1960
Haynes motorcycle repair manuals are the very best guides you can have as you begin working on your motorcycle. Each book was written from practical experience. The editors actually purchase the motorcycle, tear it down and rebuild it while taking notes and photographs to detail the procedures.
These books contain helpful hints not found in the factory manuals. The descriptions and photos are excellent, allowing you to make repairs easily and with little frustration. Make a Haynes manual the first special tool you buy!
Triumph Tiger Cub and Terrier Owners Workshop Manual: ’52-’68
Haynes offers the best coverage for cars, trucks, vans, SUVs and motorcycles on the market today. Each manual contains easy to follow step-by-step instructions linked to hundreds of photographs and illustrations. Included in every manual: troubleshooting section to help identify specific problems; tips that give valuable short cuts to make the job easier and eliminate the need for special tools; notes, cautions and warnings for the home mechanic; color spark plug diagnosis and an easy to use index.
Triumph Trident and BSA Rocket 3 Owners Workshop Manual, No. 136: ’69-’75
Haynes disassembles every subject vehicle and documents every step with thorough instructions and clear photos. Haynes repair manuals are used by the pros, but written for the do-it-yourselfer.
Triumph Trident and BSA Rocket 3 Owners Workshop Manual, No. 136: ’69-onward
Haynes disassembles every subject vehicle and documents every step with thorough instructions and clear photos. Haynes repair manuals are used by the pros, but written for the do-it-yourselfer.
Triumph Twenty-One to Daytona: The C Class 350cc and 500cc Twins
The Triumph 350cc and 500cc unit-construction twins were called the 'C' Series, and were made between 1957 and 1974. The range started with the 350cc 'Twenty-one' - a sedate touring bike with full enclosure in the form of the famous Triumph 'Bathtub' - went through such famous names as the Speed Twin, Tiger 100 and Trophy, and ended with the rip-roaring Daytona and the off-road Adventurer. This book deals with the whole range, giving the history of all the models, and also describes the restoration of a 1969 Trophy T100C.
Triumph: The Complete Story
This is a complete guide to the history of Triumph, one of the most famous motorcycle manufacturers in the world, recounted by Ivor Davies, who worked for 30 years as Triumph's Publicity Manager.
TT in Camera: A Photographic Celebration of the World’s Greatest Motorcycle Road Races
Published to coincide with the centenary of the Isle of Man TT, this glorious photographic book presents a portfolio of work from Don Morley, the hugely respected motorcycle racing photographer who fell in love with the TT on his first visit in 1953 and returned every year until 2004. Packed with evocative images, most of them in color, this book features all the post-war greats --- legends such as Mike Hailwood and Joey Dunlop --- as well as lesser names that have played their part in the world's most spectacular motorcycle races. This will be a book to treasure for all TT fans.
TT: Full Throttle
This is a high-octane motorcycle racing novel for reluctant teen readers.
Scott has one obsession: to fulfill his late father's dream of racing in the Isle of Man Tourist Trophy Races, the most dangerous and prestigious motorcycle road race in the world. Far from their home in British Columbia and still reeling from a recent tragedy, Scott and his roommates-turned-pit crew have only five days during Practice Week to secure a spot in the TT. Scott must qualify with a fast enough time or he doesn't race. But the pressure of working with a rookie crew on the potentially lethal course puts Scott's safety and his friendships on the line. As race day draws near he and his friends will have to swallow their pride to help Scott achieve his dream.