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Motor Racing Heroes – The Stories of 100 Greats
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By Robert Newman
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| The off-beat stories of 100 of the 20th century's most heroic racing drivers.
Covering the period from the first Grand Prix win in 1906, to Michael Schumacher’s 2006 retirement, this book is one man’s idea of the 20th century’s motor racing heroes.
The sport has attracted many men and women whose determination, raw courage, and skill at the wheel has driven them into that special, rarified atmosphere of heroism – this book tells the stories of 100 of these heroes. |
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Motor Racing – The Pursuit of Victory 1963 to 1972
Available now! We have a limited number of copies with bookplates personally signed by Jack Sears and Steve Wyatt! Request durin
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By Steve Wyatt
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| Picking up where the first volume left off, this is a photographic journey covering a period of ten years in motor sport. Moving year by year, this book is written from the perspective of a passionate motor sport enthusiast of the day. Exciting, dramatic, sometimes tragic events are described on the spot, as seen over the driver or mechanic’s shoulder. These are the events that often made headline news the following day, complemented by stunning, previously unpublished photographs. |
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Motor Racing – The Pursuit of Victory 1930-1962
We have a limited number of copies with bookplates personally signed by Anthony Carter and Jack Sears! Request during checkout.
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By Anthony Carter
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| Previously unpublished, stunning photographs from motor racing history, in a book that examines the many facets of Grand Prix racing before the dominance of television. A beautiful look at a fascinating time in motor racing. |
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Motor Scooters Colour Family Album
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By David Sparrow, Andrea Sparrow
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| Colourful look at motor scooters from all around the world. Includes IWL, Troll and Berlin, Piatti, Skootamota and many more. |
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Motorcycle Apprentice: Matchless - in name & reputation
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By Bill Cakebread
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| Bill Cakebread's dream to work with motorcycles led to an apprenticeship that changed his life forever. This book gives a unique insight to the excitement of working at the AMC motorcycle factory. It is an inspiring story, supported by period photographs and rare documents, and a fascinating record of the British motorcycle industry. |
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Motorcycle GP Racing in the 1960s
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By Chris Pereira
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| This book examines the classic period of Grand Prix racing from 1960 to 1969, and the men and machines involved. Covering the emergence of the Japanese factories and the struggle for supremacy between 2- and 4-stroke technologies, it is a fascinating exploration of the last decade of ‘traditional’ Grand Prix racing, before significant events changed the nature of the sport forever. |
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Motorcycle Racing with the Continental Circus 1920 to 1970
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By Chris Pereira
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| A fascinating history of Continental motorcycle racing, from the pre-war period through to the 1970s, this book details the British riders and privateers from around the world, who earned their living competing in races and events on the circuits of Europe – for the racers an exciting and nomadic existence, known as the ‘Continental Circus.’ |
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Motorcycle Road & Racing Chassis - A modern review of the best independents
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By Keith Noakes
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| Any kind of competition breeds a desire to gain a performance advantage over the opposition: and motorcycle racing is no exception. Cutting edge chassis design is a major factor in motorcycle performance. This book charts the history of fifteen of the most innovative companies. With full specifications for many chassis and extensively illustrated throughout this book is a must for any motorcycle enthusiast and a valuable reference for the trade. |
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Motorcycles - A first-time buyer's guide
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By Peter Henshaw
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| Taking the first-time-buyer step-by-step through the entire experience of buying your first motorcycle, this friendly, clear, and jargon-free book explains everything you need to know to get the most out of your bike.
Covering practicalities such as the pros and cons of biking, and what type of bike may best suit you, to training, insurance, and maintenance – even choosing the right kit, where to buy, and where to ride are covered in this invaluable guide – this book shows you the whole story. |
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Motorcycles and Motorcycling in the USSR from 1939 – a Social and Technical History
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By Colin Turbett
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| The models, the riders and the propaganda that surrounded them: those interested in Soviet era Russian motorcycles and the era that created them, need look no further than this lavishly illustrated and unique book covering the cold war period, when East and West were divided by ideology. |
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