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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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 10-01451 Add to Cart Autographed Page 1 Autographed Page 2 |
Big Sid's Vincati The Story of a Father, a Son, and the Motorcycle of a Lifetime MATTHEW BIBERMAN The story of "Big Sid" Biberman who had a near-fatal heart attack was promised by his son that if he lived they would build a Vincati together. This mixture of two motorcycles, the Vincent Black Shadow and the Ducati GT, both historic and very rare. This book consists of the fascinating union of step-by-step motorcycle construction joined by a powerful story of fathers and sons. Autographed by Matthew, Big Sid, and Lucy. Hardcover, 288 pages, 9.1" x 6.3" x 1.3". |
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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. McQueen's 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 Stave's son, Chad McQ, and a wealth of details about of the stars amateur racing career, his movie stunt work, and his car collecting, McQ's Machines draws a fascinating picture of one outsized mans driving passion. Hdbk., 176 pgs., 10.7" x 8.6", 150 color & 50 b&w images. |
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McQueen The Biography CHRISTOPHER SANDFORD Christopher Sandford's compulsive study of the ultimate rebel reveals how, long before his fifteenth birthday, McQueen knew what it was like to be dyslexic, deaf, illegitimate, backward, beaten, abused, deserted and raised Catholic in a Protestant heartland. Behind McQueen's screen persona lay a moody and sometimes violent husband, fond of casual sex and bare-knuckle fighting, yet who was also a loyal friend and loving father. McQueen also reveals - for the first time - the bizarre circumstances around the star's death. Sfbd., 497 pgs., 5-1/16" x 7-3/4", 20+ b&w photos. |
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 10-01326 Add to Cart |
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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 10-00485 Add to Cart |
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. Sfbd., 6.5" x 9", 320 pgs., 240 b&w ill. |
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 10-01357 Add to Cart |
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, Hdbk., 7 3/4" x 10", 200 pgs. |
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 10-01395 Add to Cart |
AJS and Matchless Gold Portfolio 1945-1966 R M Clarke Fully illustrated articles from the world's leading motorcycle magazines deliver the information you're looking for. This book contains road tests, driving impressions, specifications, technical data, new model reports, and comparison tests on Scramblers, competition heavyweight and lightweight singles, 500/600/650/750cc, and racing twins. Sfbd., 8" x 10-3/4", approx 100 pgs., 100 b&w ills. |
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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, Hdbk., 8" x 10", 208 pgs. |
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Ariel Square Four 1948-59 Limited Edition Extra R M CLARKE Edited by R.M. Clarke, this book contains detailed reports covering post-war Square Fours manufactured up to 1959. Included are road tests, new model introductions, performance data, specifications, touring reports plus technical articles on tuning, engine stripping, decoking, and a classic 'Case History'. Sfbd., 8" x 10-3/4", approx 100 pgs. and 100 b&w ills. |
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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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Railton & Brough Superior Gold Portfolio 1933-1950 R M CLARKE Fully illustrated articles from the world's leading motorcycle magazines deliver the information you're looking for. This book contains road tests, touring, model introductions, performance and technical data, design, record breaking, driving impressions, specifications, coachwork, and history. Sfbd., 8" x 10-3/4", approx 200 pgs., 200 ills. |
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 10-01391 Add to Cart |
BSA Pre-Unit Twins The Complete Story MICK WALKER BSA's twin-cylinder motorcycles are well known among enthusiasts for their ruggedness, good looks and performance. This illustrated history of BSA twins begins with the first bikes, launched in the 1920s, and takes the story as far as the 1960s and the introduction of the first twins with the engine and gearbox comprising one. Hdbk., 7-1/2" x 9-3/4", 200 pgs., 20 color ills., 200 b&w ills. |
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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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BSA Unit-Construction Twins The Complete Story MATTHEW VALE This book deals exclusively with the BSA A50 and A65 unit-twin range. It gives history, full specification details, year-by-year changes, competition fortunes and riding experiences. The author also, departing from the usual Crowood MotoClassic format, describes the complete restoration of a bike - a 1965 Lightning bought specially for this book. Hardcover, 8" x 10", 200 pgs., 20 color, 150 b&w illus. |
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BSA Unit-Singles the Complete Story The Complete Story MATTHEW VALE This book has two parts. The first describes the design and development of the range from its inception in 1958 to the demise of BSA in 1973 and beyond, detailing the various models produced each year. The second part of the book looks at the practicalities of restoring and running a BSA unit single. Hardcover, 7-5/8" x 9-7/8", 200 pgs., 20 color, 180 b&w illus. |
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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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BSA Twins A50 & A65 Gold Portfolio 1962-1973 R M CLARKE Fully illustrated articles from the world's leading motorcycle magazines deliver the information you're looking for. This book contains road tests, touring, specifications, engine rebuilds, Royal Star, Rocket, Lightning, Cyclone, Thunderbolt, Spitfire, Special, II, III, and Hornet. Sfbd., 8" x 10-3/4", approx 200 pgs., 200 ills. |
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BSA Singles Gold Portfolio 1964-1974 R M CLARKE Fully illustrated articles from the world's leading motorcycle magazines deliver the information you're looking for. This book contains road, comparison and track tests, racing, performance data, engine analysis and rebuild, Starfire, 250, 350, 441, 500, Shooting Star, Gold Star, Manx, Baja, Victor, Special, and MX. Sfbd., 8" x 10-3/4", approx 200 pgs., 200 ills. |
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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. Sfbd., 7.6" x 10.6", 320 pgs. |
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Norton Dominator MICK WALKER Within the pages of this book are all the well-known models, including the 7, 88, 99, 650 and Atlas, plus the Jubilee, Navigator and Electra. This book is a fitting tribute to a fine British bike, and no enthusiast of Nortons, or of British bikes in general, will want to be without it. Hdbk., 7-3/8" x 9-5/8", 22 pgs., 20 color and 130 b&w images. |
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Norton Dominator Performance Portfolio 1949-1970 R M CLARKE Fully illustrated articles from the world's leading motorcycle magazines deliver the information you're looking for. This book contains road and combination tests, specifications, model introductions, performance data on the Featherbed Twins, Domiracer, 750 Metisse, 7, 77, 88, 99, 650SS, 750 Atlas, Scrambler, and Dunstall. Sfbd., 8" x 10-3/4", approx 200 pgs., 200 ills. |
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The Manx Norton Revised Edition MICK WALKER A revised edition of the definitive history, this book traces the design, development, the leading pro riders and tuners. 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, the Domiracer, racing at Daytona and today's classic scene. Contains a superb collection of photos (many previously unpublished). Sfbd., 8-3/8" x 8", 312 pgs., 35 color & 460 b&w illus. |
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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. Same as the book above 10-01105, but with a hardcover, 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, Dunstall 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. Sfbd., 8-1/8" x 7-3/4", 167 pgs., 116 b&w illus. |
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Royal Enfield 250s Limited Edition Extra R M CLARKE The story of the popular Royal Enfield 250s told through road tests and contemporary articles. Included are full specs and performance data, new model introductions, 'classic' reports, an engine analysis plus tune-up and buying secondhand advice. Models covered are the Crusader, Sport, Super 5, Airflow, Turbo Twin, the 246cc Grand Prix Single and Continental GT. Sfbd., 8" x 10-3/4", 128 pgs., approx. 200 b&w. illus. |
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The Scott Motorcycle The Yowling Two Stroke JEFF CLEW The full story of the machine described as the Bugatti of motorcycles. This is a book about the man, the machines, the factory - its successes and failures, the racing results, the Scott Trial and the efforts of dedicated men that keep the Scott motorcycle alive today. Hardcover, 7" x 9-1/4", 240 pgs., b&w illus. |
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 10-01396 Inside View Add to Cart |
Triumph Motorcycle Restoration TIMOTHY REMUS & GARRY CHITWOOD Many enthusiasts feel that the best of the Triumph twins were those produced between 1963 and 1970 - and it is the restoration of exactly those models that this book covers in great detail. In a full-color format, the book includes two start-to-finish assemblies of a 1963 and a 1969 Bonnies. The photo sequences are extremely thorough and cover the disassembly, and complete step-by-step assembly of both bikes. Also covered is the complete overhaul and assembly of one engine and transmission. This is a hard-core how-to help book for anyone who wants to repair or restore their own Triumph twin. Sfbd., 8-1/2" x 11", 144 pgs., 450+ color photos. |
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Edward Turner The man behind the motorcycles OFFICIAL BIOGRAPHY BY JEFF CLEW The official biography of the man who was probably the most important individual in the history of the British industry, who, in the words of Triumph's famous sales slogan, designed "The Best Motorcycle in the World". Sfbd., 8-1/8" x 9-7/8", 160 pgs., 23 color photos, 117 b&w photos. |
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The Triumph Story Racing and production models from 1902 to the present day DAVID MINTON This book celebrates a century of Triumph, a company that holds a unique place in British hearts. It is Britain's only surviving pioneer motorcycle manufacturer, as well as being the world's oldest. It was Triumph which in 1905 produced the 3 HP model - one of the world's first truly reliable motorcycles. It was Triumph which in 1937 produced the Speed Twin, the progeny of which would for the next four decades dominate British and American sport and record-breaking. Hdbk., 8-1/2" x 10-3/4", 192 pgs., 80 color photos, 80 b&w photos. |
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Triumph Motorcycles From Speed Twin to Bonneville TIMOTHY REMUS Starting with Edward Turner's best-known design, the Speed Twin, the book moves to the T100, TR5, Thunderbird, TR6, Bonneville, T160 and all the rest. Using deluxe paper for the best possible photo reproduction, this anthology of classic Triumphs covers all the significant models produced from 1938 to the early 1980s. Hdbk., 10" x 10", 140 pgs., 240 color photos, 10 b&w. |
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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. Sfbd., 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. Sfbd., 8 1/4" x 9 3/4", 144 pgs., 80 b&w ill. |
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The Triumph Tiger Cub Bible MIKE ESTALL A labor of love, and the result of many years of research, here is the complete reference source to the Triumph Tiger Cub in all its forms: in fact, The Tiger Cub Bible. Every aspect of the Cub's design, production and development is covered, together with its success in motorcycle sport and record breaking, and its use by the utilities, police force and the military. Hardbound, 208 pgs., 8-1/4" x 9-3/4", 208 b&w illus. |
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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 m.p.h. 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. Sfbd., 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. Sfbd., 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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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. Sfbd., 8 1/4" x 9 3/4", 144 pgs., 80 b&w ill. |
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Velocette Production Motorcycles MICK WALKER In this book motorcycle historian Mick Walker chronicles the history of the Veloce company and the bikes they produced between 1905 and the winding up of the company in 1971. The well-known machines include the K series ohc range, the M series hi-cam singles, the Viper and Venom sportsters, the LE water-colled sv flat twin, the Thruxton performance model and, finally, the many less well known bikes. Hdbk., 7-3/8" x 9-5/8", 216 pgs., 20 color and 150 b&w illus. |
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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. Sfbd., 7.75" x 10.5", 192 pgs., 226 b&w. |
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Vincent Gold Portfolio 1945-80 R M CLARKE Fully illustrated articles from the world's leading motorcycle magazines deliver the information you're looking for. This book contains road tests, new model introductions, history, specifications, touring, Firefly, Egli-Vincent, NorVin, Comet, Meteor, Rapide, Grey Flash, Black Shadow, Black Prince, and Black Lightning. Sfbd., 8" x 10-3/4", approx 200 pgs., 200 ills. |
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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. Sfbd., 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. Sfbd., 128 pgs., 25 x 22 cm, b&w/color ill. |
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