The Motorbike Book

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 40,5 Mb
Release : 2023-07-06
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 0241651425

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The Motorbike Book by Anonim Pdf

Discover the gripping, action-packed history of the motorcycle, from the earliest petrol-powered two-wheelers to the blistering superbikes of today. 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. The Motorbike Book tells the fascinating stories behind the world's leading manufacturers, the roles played by their influential designers and engineers, and their milestone models. It not only charts the technological developments of motorcycles, but also the cultural backdrop against which the various models arose and their impact on society - as objects of curiosity, affordable means of transport, symbols of rebellion, or the first choice for full-throttle action on the road, trail, or track. Fully updated to include the latest models from around the world and cutting-edge innovations, this new edition features over 1,000 must-see machines, with models from ACE to Zündapp. It is the ideal read for motorcycle and motorsport enthusiasts, whether they're a biker themselves or an armchair devotee.

Author : Jemima Dunne
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 320 pages
File Size : 43,5 Mb
Release : 2012
Category : Motorcycles
ISBN : 0241240212

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The Motorbike Book by Jemima Dunne Pdf

An action-packed ride through the history of the motorbike, this book is all about the men, machines and landmark technology behind the most iconic bikes from ACE to Zundapp. Featuring over 1,000 of the latest and greatest motorbikes in the world this is an amazing visual guide tracing their evolution from the 1910s right up to the superbikes of today. All about the grit and the glory, this book takes a truly international view from Italy's Ducati to Japan's Suzuki and tells you just how famous marques like Honda and Harley-Davidson became household names. Plus, go on a virtual tour inside the engines of some of these legendary bikes to see just what powers their performance. If you're born to be wild then this book is the ultimate ride for you.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 320 pages
File Size : 44,6 Mb
Release : 2013-09-02
Category : Motorcycles
ISBN : 1409342352

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The Motorbike Book by Anonim Pdf

'The Motorbike Book' is all about the men, machines and landmark technology behind the most iconic bikes from ACE to Zundapp. Featuring over 1,000 of the latest and greatest motorbikes in the world this is an amazing visual guide tracing their evolution from the 1910s right up to the superbikes of today.

Author : Richard Hammond
Publisher : Weidenfeld & Nicolson
Page : 208 pages
File Size : 40,5 Mb
Release : 2016-10-06
Category : Transportation
ISBN : 9780297609919

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A Short History of the Motorcycle by Richard Hammond Pdf

It's cold, wet and dangerous, so why do we do it? Richard Hammond's A SHORT HISTORY OF THE MOTORCYCLE attempts to explain what it is about bikes and biking that calls to some people, leaving them powerless to resist. This entertaining guide charts the history of the bike from its origins as a cheap and modest means of transport for the masses to its modern incarnations: a terrifying symbol of rebellion and menace, a high-tech racing machine and the rich kid's plaything. We look at the bikes that have propelled people across the world to work, to school and to their doom. As for the bikers ... Edwardian ladies did it, though not in large numbers. Young bucks desperate to prove their manhood did it, because it was the cheapest speed available. Hammond examines bikers of every type, from the happy farmer trundling through fields on their Honda Cub to the Hell's Angel terrorising Californian towns on their hog. Wittily written and lavishly illustrated, A SHORT HISTORY OF THE MOTORCYCLE is a thrilling ride for bikers and non-bikers alike.

Author : Hugo Wilson
Publisher : DK Publishing (Dorling Kindersley)
Page : 200 pages
File Size : 46,8 Mb
Release : 1993
Category : Transportation
ISBN : PSU:000033641010

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The Ultimate Motorcycle Book by Hugo Wilson Pdf

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.

Author : Hugo Wilson
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 320 pages
File Size : 44,8 Mb
Release : 1995
Category : Motorcycles
ISBN : 0864388225

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The Encyclopedia of the Motorcycle by Hugo Wilson Pdf

Author : Joe Scalzo
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 210 pages
File Size : 42,6 Mb
Release : 1974
Category : Motorcycles
ISBN : 0136040179

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The Motorcycle Book by Joe Scalzo Pdf

Author : Alan Seeley
Publisher : Motorbooks
Page : 160 pages
File Size : 52,8 Mb
Release : 2004
Category : Transportation
ISBN : 0760317453

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The Motorcycle Book by Alan Seeley Pdf

The Motorcycle Book provides a comprehensive reference source for all motorcycle owners and enthusiasts. From mopeds to sports bikes, through tourers and commuters, all aspects of buying, riding and maintaining a bike are included. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced rider, you'll find the details you need to get on the road and stay on the road. Includes detailed sections on how your bike works and how to keep it running, with detailed maintenance and trouble-shooting chapters.Paperback - 8-1/4" x 10-5/8" - 160 pages - 250 color'

Author : DK
Publisher : Penguin
Page : 322 pages
File Size : 49,6 Mb
Release : 2012-04-02
Category : Transportation
ISBN : 9781465400888

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Motorcycle:Definitive Visual Hist by DK Pdf

Set your pulse racing with this stunning visual guide to over 1000 pin-up machines - iconic symbols of wanderlust, speed, and the open road. From Gottlieb Daimler's gas-powered "engine on a bicycle" which set fire to the seat on its first outing, to superbikes such as the Ducati 916, Motorcycle: The Definitive Visual History takes you on an enthralling tour of the bike's history. It shows you bikes that appeal to the head - practical forms of transport - and to the heart - a parade of classic pin-ups including cult machines such as the Honda RC30, the Triumph Bonneville, and the Harley-Davidson XR750. Motorcycle: The Definitive Visual History shows the brilliance and impracticality of different designs and features detailed cross-sections of engines such as the air-cooled two-stroke. It explains how the great marques such as the Royal Enfield, the "legendary" Indian Scout, Vespa, and Norton all became household names. Whether you are a hardcore enthusiast or looking forward to your first machine, this is one title you cannot be without.

Author : Steven E. Alford,Suzanne Ferriss
Publisher : Reaktion Books
Page : 242 pages
File Size : 43,7 Mb
Release : 2008-01-03
Category : Transportation
ISBN : 9781861894755

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Motorcycle by Steven E. Alford,Suzanne Ferriss Pdf

Easy Rider. Motocross Grand Prix. James Dean in Rebel Without a Cause. The motorcycle is a global icon of untamed freedom, symbolizing a daring and reckless lifestyle of adventure. Yet there are few books that chronicle how and when this legendary vehicle roared down the open road. Motorcycle explores the roots of the rebel’s ultimate ride. After early incarnations as a nineteenth-century steam-powered bicycle and multi-wheeled vehicles, the modern motorcycle came into its own as a cheap, mobile military asset during World War I. From there, it rapidly spread through modern culture as a symbol of rebellion and subversive power, and Motorcycle tracks the symbolic role that the bike has played in literature, art, and film. The authors also investigate the international subcultures that revolve around the motorcycle and scooter. They chart the emergence of American biker culture in the 1950s, when decommissioned fighter pilots sought new ways to satiate their desire for thrill and danger, and explore how the motorcycle came to represent the untamed nonconformity of the American West. In contrast, smaller scooters such as the Vespa and moped became the utilitarian vehicle of choice in space-starved metropolises across Europe and Asia. Ultimately, the authors argue, the motorbike is the exemplary Modernist object, dependent on the perfect balance of man and machine. An unprecedented and wholly engrossing account, Motorcycle is an essential reading for the Harley-Davidson roadhog, bike collector, or anyone who’s felt the power of the unmistakable king of the road.

Author : Bernt Spiegel
Publisher : Motorbooks
Page : 192 pages
File Size : 46,6 Mb
Release : 2019-08-13
Category : Transportation
ISBN : 9780760366967

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The Upper Half of the Motorcycle by Bernt Spiegel Pdf

Bernt Spiegel's The Upper Half of the Motorcycle was a best-selling motorcycling book in its original German with multiple editions and printings to its credit. Now translated into English, its provocative message is available to a wider audience. Spiegel's metaphor considers the rider and the motorcycle as a single unit, the rider being the upper half. Taking a multidisciplinary approach, the author draws on anthropology, psychology, biology, physics, and other disciplines to analyze the theory and function of the man-machine unit. Motorcycle riding is seen as a junction where people have created machines for personal transport and then become so adept at using them that the machine becomes like an extension of the rider themself. The ultimate goal for riders is the integration of the man-machine interface and subsequent skill development to the point of virtuosity. Spiegel considers the various aspects of motorcycle riding that must be understood, practiced, and mastered before virtuosity can be attained. Many anecdotes, supplementary material, and in-depth treatment of specialized topics is contained in sidebars and footnotes. Numerous diagrams and photographs illustrate the book's principles allowing the reader to consider and develop their riding skill set.

Author : Eric E. Thompson,Laurie Caddell
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 352 pages
File Size : 50,7 Mb
Release : 1986
Category : Motorcycles
ISBN : 185079040X

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From Motorcycle to Superbike by Eric E. Thompson,Laurie Caddell Pdf

Author : Armand Ensanian
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 510 pages
File Size : 47,5 Mb
Release : 2016
Category : Transportation
ISBN : 0996391908

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Discovering the Motorcycle by Armand Ensanian Pdf

'Discovering the Motorcycle'' is an extraordinary history of motorcycling from 1867 to the present. Each of the 12 chapters of this remarkable 510 page book is devoted to a major aspect of motorcycling; ranging from historical discussions of the machines that lead the way to today's modern sportsbikes, to vintage classics, choppers and bobbers, off-road machines, cafe racers, touring bikes, customs, a history of motorcycle racing, electric motorcycles, the motorcycle's impact on society, and great motorcycle museums. The book honors motorcycling's great makes, with over 1,000 photographs and illustrations. A special chapter is devoted to the four-hundred-year history of the engine. This book is an ideal addition to any motorsport enthusiast's library, and makes a perfect gift for the motorcycle enthusiast.

Author : Dave Howe,Daniel Peirce
Publisher : Veloce Publishing Ltd
Page : 146 pages
File Size : 53,5 Mb
Release : 2008
Category : Motorcycles
ISBN : 9781845841744

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The Fine Art of the Motorcycle Engine by Dave Howe,Daniel Peirce Pdf

Daniel Peirce examines the graphic nature of historic engines, using 64 photographs from his 'Up-N-Smoke' engine project. He also tells the story of the project and the years it took to take it from an inspired idea to a tangible reality.

Author : Ian Falloon
Publisher : Motorbooks
Page : 315 pages
File Size : 53,5 Mb
Release : 2020-05-05
Category : Transportation
ISBN : 9780760367155

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The Complete Book of BMW Motorcycles by Ian Falloon Pdf

The Complete Book of BMW Motorcycles offers a thorough year-by-year guide to every production machine ever built by Germany’s leading motorcycle manufacturer. From the first model, the 1923 R32 that launched BMW's motorcycle dynasty, to the latest (and fastest) superbike, the S1000RR, this book captures nearly a century of motorcycling excellence in a combination of historic and contemporary photos. Technical specs are provided for each model. This comprehensive review covers all of BMW's bike families: The side-valve machines from the early years The early overhead-valve performance bikes The modern Airheads and Oilheads The four-cylinder and six-cylinder touring bikes The early pushrod singles The modern overhead-cam singles The latest parallel twins, and inline-four cylinder sport bikes Among them, you'll find all the classic bikes—pre-World War II BMWs like the R5 that defined performance in that era; the military R12 that carried the Wehrmacht as it blitzkrieged its way across Europe; the Earles-forked R69S that offered the perfect platform for mounting a Steib sidecar; the R90S café racer; the K1 “flying brick”; and the GS (Gelände Sport) series that launched a dual-sport revolution right up to today’s world-class S100RR and retro-inspired R nine T. Like the other titles in Motorbooks' Complete Book series, this guide to BMW's motorcycle output offers the most complete reference to the subject available.