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Hardcover & Softcover British Motorcycle Books DomiRacer is proud to showcase these selections from our ever-growing collection of motorcycle literature. Prices shown are retail list, and are subject to change without notice. |
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 10-01379 Add to Cart |
McQueen's Machines The Cars and Bikes of a Hollywood Icon Matt Stone No other Hollywood star has been so closely linked with cars and bikes, from the 1968 Ford Mustang GT Fastback he drove in Bullitt (in the greatest car chase of all time) to the Triumph motorcycle of The Great Escape and the Gulf-Porsche 917K he actually raced in Le Mans. McQueens Machines gives readers a close-up look at the cars and motorcycles McQueen drove in movies, those he owned, and others he raced. With a foreword by Steves son, Chad McQueen, and a wealth of details about of the stars amateur racing career, his movie stunt work, and his car collecting, McQueen's Machines draws a fascinating picture of one outsized mans driving passion. Hardbound, 176 pgs., 10.7" x 8.6". |
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The British Classic Bike Guide Choosing, riding, and enjoying the bike of your dreams FRANK WESTWORTH A fully illustrated guide of classic British motorcycles, well known and not so well known. Covers choosing and buying a classic bike and the pitfalls to avoid, and offers comparisons between similar machines of rival marques. With a price guide for every model, as well as owners' club contacts. Hardback, 270 x 210mm, 192 pages, 298 illustrations. |
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Whatever Happened to the British Motorcycle Industry BERT HOPWOOD The author, Bert Hopwood, worked with BSA, Triumph, and Norton through the banner years of their histories. In this book he tells the fascinating story of motorcycle production in Britain from before World War II until the early seventies. His first hand account brings to light what went wrong as the industry declined through the sixties. Sftbd., 6.5" x 9", 320 pgs., 240 b&w ill. |
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A.J.S. The Complete Story MICK WALKER A.J.S. is one of the best-known names in British motorcycle history. Founded in 1909 by the Stevens brothers in Wolverhampton, the company produced well-built touring and sporting machines in the town for the next twenty years. In 1931, however, the financial problems that had dogged the company for some time came to a head and A.J.S. was wound up. Its savior was Matchless, who moved production to Plumstead, London, but retained the A.J.S. name as an important part of the business. Highly illustrated, hdbd., 7 3/4" x 10", 200 pgs. |
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 10-01337 Add to Cart |
Ariel The Complete Story MICK WALKER For over sixty years Ariel was one of the most important names in British motorcycling, producing many quality machines. These ranged from the legendary Square Four, a four-cylinder 1000cc superbike, to the 250cc Leader that was intended to beat off far-eastern competition and herald a new era for the industry. But the marque has never achieved quite the recognition of some of its rivals, and Mick Walker sets out to redress the balance in this new appraisal. Highly illustrated, hdbd., 8" x 10", 208 pgs. |
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Brough Superior The Rolls-Royce of Motorcycles RONALD H. CLARK This book, is a scholarly piece of engineering history and gives a clear picture of the design and development of quality motorcycles in the 1920s and '30s. There are eight appendices covering patents, dimensions and power curves of engines, the more important successes, specification of the 3.5-litre car, and the text of two motorcycle instruction books. 7.6" x 10.6". |
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The BSA Bantam Bible All Models 1948-1971 PETER HENSHAW Year-by-year evolution of the BSA Bantam, a simple commuter bike that thousands learnt to ride on. A very popular machine that was able to break all previous records in its first four years, with over 400,000 examples built during a 23-year production run. This book can be used as a guide to buying a secondhand Bantam, as well as provide useful appendices on specifications, engine/frame numbers, and contacts among the clubs and Bantam specialists. Every Bantam owner, or would be owner, needs this book. 160 pages, measures 9-7/8" x 8-1/8", 250 color and B&W pictures. |
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 10-01240 Add to Cart |
BSA Motorcycles Since 1950 STEVE WILSON Any reader interested in the classic British marques should explore this informative series. Steve Wilson gives special attention to a different make in each of his books. Every volume is packed with period photos and drawings, plus company stories, model histories and detailed yearly machine changes. Hardbound, 8-1/4" x 10-1/4". |
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BSA Singles 1945 - 1963 Gold Portfolio R.M. CLARK Includes road tests, touring, model introductions, sidecar reports, tuning, performance data, Starfire Scrambler, Catalina, Sports Star, Gold Star, Super Sports, 250, 350, 500 and 600. Black and white photographs, 172 pgs., 20 x 27 cm. |
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The Essential Buyer's Guide BSA 500 & 650 Twins A7, A10, A50 & A65: 1946-1973 NORMAN VANHOUSE This book covers the complete range, from the very first 1946 500cc A7 to the final 1973 650cc A65's. Chapters include what to look for (10min and 30min evaluations); spares prices; guides to auctions and paperwork; lists of useful contacts in the BSA community; and just as important, consideration of whether it's the right bike for you. 100+ color ill., 7.5" x 5.4", 64 pgs. |
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BSA Competition History PETER HENSHAW No other British motorcycle manufacturer produced a greater variety of models and achieved the same degree of success for so long. The author has gone to great lengths to bring this home, and in so doing, leads the reader to the inevitable conclusion that collectively in trials, scrambles, motocross and road racing, BSA was one of the most successful in world motorcycle sport. 7" x 9.75", 345 pgs. |
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Norton The Complete Illustrated History MICK WOLLETT "The Untouchable Norton" is how racer Rem Fowler described his machine after winning the twin-cylinder class of the first TT in 1907. This book charts the history of one of the oldest marques in the world: both the glorious racing tradition and the production machines, from the first clip-on engines to the F1 rotary superbike. Sftbd., 7.6" x 10.6", 320 pgs. |
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Norton Commando Ultimate Portfolio R.M. CLARKE The new Commando made its debut in 1977 and became Britain's first 'superbike'. Contents include: 49 reports on the Commando S, SS, Production Racer, Roadster, Fastback, Dunsfall 810, 850, Interstate, Mk.2A, John Player Special and Mk.3. Also, road tests, new model introductions, specifications, history, technical and performance data plus an 'engine rebuild' and 'buyers guide'. 208 pages including 12 in full color. Approx. 300 black & white illus. |
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The Manx Norton MICK WALKER 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. 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. Softback Book. 280 pgs. |
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Royal Enfield The Story of the Company and the People Who Made it Great: 1851-1969 ANNE BRADFORD Over 80 former employees and their descendants give perceptive and often humorous accounts of life at the Enfield plant. Sftbd., 8-1/8" x 7-3/4", 167 pgs., 116 b&w illus. |
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The Essential Buyer's Guide Triumph Bonneville PETER HENSHAW STOP! Don't buy a Triumph Bonneville without buying this book first! 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! Packed with good advice - from running costs, through paperwork, vital statistics, valuation, and the Bonneville community, to will a Bonnie suit you and your lifestyle. Sftbd., 5 1/4" x 7 3/4", 64 pgs., all color ill. |
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Triumph Triples A. MORLAND & P. HENSHAW One of only a few publications to cover the triples, which includes the recent Hinckley bikes. The emphasis is on the full color illustrations with informative supporting text. A great source of reference to the restorer. 205mm x 230mm, 128 pages, softbound. |
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Tales of Triumph Motorcycles and the Meriden Factory HUGIE HANCOX Hugie Hancox worked at the Triumph Motorcycle factory at Meriden from the 1950s until the 1970s. His years of experience working within the Triumph factory uniquely qualify him to present this fun-filled collection. Sftbd., 8 1/4" x 9 3/4", 144 pgs., 80 b&w ill. |
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Turner's Triumphs Edward Turner & His Triumph Motorcycles JEFF CLEW Hardcover biography of quite possibly the most important individual in the British motorcycle industry. In the words of Triumph's famous sales slogan, Edward Turner designed "The Best Motorcycle in the World". 8 3/4" x 10 1/4", 160 pgs., 140 color/b&w ill & photos. |
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Triumph Bonneville 1959-83 Gold Portfolio R.M. CLARK This volume contains 48 articles including road test reports from such popular magazines as Cycle World, Motorcycle and Motorcycle Mechanics. New model reports, performance data, history, service notes, engine analysis, specs and tuning. Featured models include T120, TT Special, R, RV & Dresda Special. Sftbd., 8" x 10 3/4", 172 pgs., over 250 black & white illustrations. |
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Triumph T120/T140 Bonneville STEVE WILSON This Haynes Great Bikes Series pays tribute to the 650 and 750 Triumph twins. Includes development history of the 300,000 versatile twin-carb sportsters built at Meriden, and the beautiful Bonnies. It concludes with a description of the new 800cc Bonneville, styled in homage to the 1969 T120. Hardcover, 160 pgs., 21 x 27 cm. |
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Triumph Motorcycles Their Renaissance & The Hinckley Factory JOHN TIPLER This hardcover book tells the remarkable story of the re-birth of one of the great names of British motorcycle history. It includes full specifications for all models up to 1997, fully illustrated details of manufacture and road tests of then current models. Black & white photographs, 8-page color section. 19 x 25 cm, 160 pgs. |
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Triumph Tiger 100 and Daytona J R NELSON This book begins from the then new, sporting 500cc Tiger 100 model of 1939 through its production. Written by John Nelson who has devoted his life to the motorcycle industry, joining Triumph in 1950 and working his way through various departments to positions like Co-operative as Managing Director. Softcover, 232 pgs., 17 x 23 cm, b&w photographs. |
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Triumph Motorcycles Twins & Triples TIM REMUS This edition is an excellent resource for both Triumph motorcycle fans and for people with a passing interest in the marque. Includes outstanding photos of important classic Triumphs. 9" x 8.5", 96 pgs. |
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Triumph Motorcycles A Century of Passion and Power LINDSAY BROOKE This book tells the story of when a motor was fitted to a Triumph bicycle in 1902 to the success of the reborn Triumph company 100 years later. Hardcover, 26 x 26 cm, 192 pgs. |
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Triumph And BSA Triples Complete Story of the Trident and Rocket 3 MICK DUCKWORTH The 750cc three-cylinder BSA Rocket 3 and Triumph Trident represented the first of a new and refined breed of multi-cylinder super bikes when they were launched in 1968. Much smoother than the ubiquitous parallel twins of the time, the powerful triples offered tremendous 125 mph performance. 9.75" x 7.5", 224 pgs. |
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Bonnie The Development History of the Triumph Bonneville J.R. NELSON John Nelson, Triumph's Service Manager for many years, relates the story of the Triumph Bonneville, one of the all-time classic British bikes, from inception to birth. He chronicles the development of the Bonneville year by year, including detailed mechanical and cosmetic changes. The book also contains a very comprehensive appendix as well as exact specifications and major part numbers for every year of production. Sftbd., 6-1/2" x 9", 184 pgs., 135 b&w illus. |
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Triumph IVOR DAVIES The story of the Triumph company is a fascinating account of the success and failure of the British motorcycle industry as a whole. In Triumph, Ivor Davies examines every Triumph model, lists updates and improvements, and chronicles important figures in Triumph's history. Sftbd., 100 illus., 9" x 6-1/4", 160 pgs. |
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The Triumph Trophy Bible HARRY WOOLRIDGE Including unit-construction Trophy-based Tiger models. Check out this year-by-year development of the Triumph Trophy - the first book devoted to the Trophy. Individual models from 1949 to 1983 are covered in chronological order, and include the TR5, TR6, TR5A/C, T100C, TR7 and TR5T. Included: a definitive list of engine/frame numbers by year; model type identification; color schemes for photographs; the history of Trophy and a brief history of Triumph; and stand-out Trophy achievements. Hdbd., 8" x 9", 144 pgs. |
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10-01281 Add to Cart |
Tales of Triumph Motorcycles and the Meriden Factory HUGIE HANCOX Hugie Hancox worked at the Triumph Motorcycle factory at Meriden from the 1950s until the 1970s. His years of experience working within the Triumph factory uniquely qualify him to present this fun-filled collection. Sftbd., 8 1/4" x 9 3/4", 144 pgs., 80 b&w ill. |
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Velocette 'Technical Excellence Exemplified' IVAN RHODES Engineering excellence mattered more than the whims of the market to the Goodman family owners of Veloce, Ltd., manufacturer of the Velocette motorcycle. Run with honesty and integrity, the company gained a loyal following and a reputation for building quality machines before closing its doors in 1971, beset by the economic factors that caused the downfall of the whole of the British motorcycle industry. Sftbd., 7.75" x 10.5", 192 pgs., 226 b&w. |
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Vincent DUNCAN WHERRETT This pictorial history of the Vincents, arguably the best British motorcycles ever produced, traces their development from the 1930s onwards, through the 'golden age' of the late '40s and early '50s, until the company ceased cycle production in 1955. The book is illustrated with color photographs of surviving models, many still in use. Sftbd., 9.3" x 8.3", 128 pgs. |
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Vincents with Big Sid SID M. BIBERMAN Interested in classic British high performance motorcycles? Then you must have this book. Sftbd., 128 pgs., 25 x 22 cm, b&w/color ill. |
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