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Books > Sport & Leisure > Transport: general interest > Road & motor vehicles: general interest > Motorcycles: general interest
XJ600S Seca II (1992-1998 U.S.), XJ600S Seca II (1992-1996 Canada),
XJ600S Diversion (1992-1998 U.K.), XJ600SC Seca II (1992-1998
California), XJ600S Seca II (1992-1996 Australia)
Discover the best biking routes around Great Britain and Northern
Ireland. Your essential rideout roadbook covering the best biking
routes around Great Britain and Northern Ireland, including short
trips and longer tours. Discover the best motorcycling roads around
Great Britain and Northern Ireland, chosen by the biking route
expert, Simon Weir. Each one is explained in depth with all key
attractions highlighted in the detailed A-Z mapping. Stunning
photographs and easy-to-follow road book directions throughout.
Simple turn-by-turn directions and clear maps for every route Ideal
size for fitting in a tank bag Short, practical rides for the
weekend, most lasting 1-2 hours Comprehensive coverage of every
corner of the country 100 great rideouts to discover with your
friends
This charming book, packed with unique artwork and engaging
photographs, celebrates scooter mania. In a feast of nostalgia, it
takes us through the evolution of the scooter, focusing naturally
on all things Lambretta and Vespa, but also covering plenty of
obscure and eccentric machinery along the way. Scooter enthusiasm
in all its forms receives generous attention, whether as fashion
accessory for fifties movie stars, style-conscious transport choice
for the Mod generation, or object of worship for today's
retro-loving adherents. Quotes in the book such as "The scooters,
clothes and music - an unforgettable time of my life" and
"Exciting, fun and carefree days when anything seemed possible" sum
up the enduring appeal of classic scooters. Anyone afflicted with
the obsession will adore this book.
Piaggio and Vespa scooters: cheap to buy, fun to ride, and easy to
maintain. But there's more to the vehicle purchase process than
meets the eye, so what should stop you buying the first bike you
see? In this book, each and every step of the assessment and
purchase process is explained with easy to understand steps.From
identifying which of the many Piaggio scooters is right for you and
your needs, through to viewing a bike, and giving it a serious
evaluation, this book explains where due care is needed and
particular pitfalls to look out for.The expert insights in this
Essential Buyer's Guide will see you right when it comes to finding
your perfect two-wheeled match, calling upon the input and
experience of years of Piaggio ownership, restoration, and riding.
Finding the best deal for your money is made simple with this
pocket-sized companion that addresses all issues that potential
buyers of Piaggio scooters will face when it comes to finding the
right bike.
For fans of Sons of Anarchy, Kristen Ashley, Madeline Sheehan and
Joanna Wylde. New York Times bestselling author Katie Ashley revs
up the danger and sexual tension in her Vicious Cycle biker romance
series. Deacon Malloy's life is dedicated to the Hell's Raiders
motorcycle club. Tough, hard, and fast with his fists, he serves
the group as sergeant at arms. But his devil-may-care approach to
life is thrown for a loop when the five-year-old daughter he never
knew existed lands on the club steps. Alexandra Evans is devoted to
all her students - but there's always been something about Willow
Malloy that tugs at her heart. There's an aura of sadness about
her, a girl in need of all the love Alexandra can give. When Willow
stops coming to school, Alexandra's search leads to a clubhouse
full of bikers...and a father hell-bent on keeping his daughter
always within sight. The moment Deacon sees Alexandra, he has to
have her in his bed - and he's never met a woman yet who couldn't
be persuaded. No matter how attracted she is to Deacon, Alexandra
refuses to be just another conquest. But it's Deacon himself who
could be seduced - into a brighter future for himself, his
daughter, and the woman he's falling for against all odds. Want
more sexy, gritty biker romance? Return to the dangerous and
seductive world of the Hells Raiders motorcycle club in Redemption
Road and Last Mile.
CL125A (1967-1969), CA/CB/CL 160 (All Years), CA/CD175 (1968-1970),
CB/CL175 (1969-1973), CD175 (1967-1978 U.K.), SL175 (1970-1971
U.K.), CB200 (1974-1976), CB200 (1973-1978 U.K.), CL200 (1974)
If you remember off-road stars like the Rickman brothers' Vic
Eastwood, Lew Coffin, and John Avery, then this is a must-have book
for your collection. They're big names who brought the thrills and
spills of the golden era of motorcycle sport to a whole generation.
For the author, it's a personal trip down memory lane, as he was
lucky enough to see many of these men and women at the height of
their racing careers. Seventeen of the rider profiles in this book
originally appeared over a three-year period in the pages of The
Classic Motorcycle magazine, but the profile on the Rickman
brothers - two of scrambling's true greats - has never been seen in
print before. Accompanied by a totally new set of over 100 stunning
photographs, this is a book that will evoke fond memories for all
who share the author's love of motorcycle sport in a golden age.
This book tells the untold story of Australia's veteran bikers.
Like other motorcycle clubs, the Australian War Fighters
(pseudonym) are a fringe-dwelling subculture that provokes strong
opinions. Newspaper editors have been salivating over motorcycle
club imagery since the subculture emerged in California in the
middle of the twentieth century. Motorcycle clubs remain the
subject of persisting 'moral panics' in Australia and have been the
subject of successive crackdowns, police operations, and
hard-hitting legislation aimed at driving them out of existence.
The War Fighters operate on the periphery of the hard-core one
percent element of the subculture. While they enjoy the notoriety
of looking mean, the War Fighters do significant charity work, and
the seemingly bizarre combination of outlaw biker subculture
aesthetic with raising money for local hospitals means these men
enjoy the paradox of looking bad while doing good. Drawing on
sociological research Edward Scarr tells the true story of how and
why the veteran motorcycle club subculture came to be. What follows
is an ultimately hopeful story of redemption from despair and the
salvation of lives that had been all but given up on.
February 16, 2016: motorcycle adventurer Charley Boorman suffers a
major road traffic accident in Portugal, breaking his hand and
ankle and shattering his left leg. It's unclear if he'll ever walk
properly again, let alone ride a motorbike. Bed-bound in a foreign
hospital far from home, a lengthy recovery period awaits. For the
son of a touring film director, used to being on the road in one
way or another since childhood, it's an unwelcome change. Charley's
life has always been all about the challenge: but now he's facing a
challenge of a different sort. Told in his own words, Long Way Back
is a story of a recovery. More than that, however, it's a story of
a life lived without fear; from child actor to
painter-and-decorator to television presenter and professional
biker, always on the lookout for the next adventure. It's the story
of how an unconventional upbringing led to an unconventional
adulthood - with all its highs and lows, epic journeys and broken
bones. Mostly, though, it's the story of one man and his
motorbikes.
Few decades are as momentous, and memorable, as the 1970s. The
years 1970-79 were rich, exciting and, for today's fifty and
sixty-somethings, a formative period of motorcycling in Britain. It
was an era that saw the passing of the baton from British to
Japanese manufacturers: Norton, BSA and Triumph were overtaken by
Honda, Kawasaki, Yamaha and Suzuki. Before long, multi-cylinder
'superbikes', such as the GT750, the XS750 and the GS1000, became
the bikes idolised on many bedroom walls. In bike sport, Barry
Sheene surpassed the old guard of Mike Hailwood and Phil Read,
while heroes such as Evel Knievel secured motorcycling's place in
popular culture. Celebrating fifty of the decade's best bikes,
journalist Phil West remembers all of this and more in this
fascinating book.
What is it about bikes that leaves so many of us powerless to
resist? This entertaining guide charts the history of the bike from
its origin as a cheap means of transport to its modern
incarnations: a symbol of rebellion, a high-tech racing machine and
the rich kid's plaything. Richard Hammond, passionate biker and
collector of bikes, looks at the machines that have propelled
people across the world to work, to school - and occasionally to
their doom. With his trademark expertise and wit, Hammond examines
bikers of every type, from the happy farmer trundling through
fields on his Honda Cub to the Hells Angel terrorising towns on
their hog.
This manual is for all owners and enthusiasts of the legendary
Kawasaki Z1 900, Z/KZ900 and Z1000 built between 1972 and 1980. The
book covers the complete restoration of a 1976 KZ900, from the
sourcing of the bike to its completion as a fully restored machine.
Every area is covered starting with advice on the different models,
spares availability, and where best to source a bike to restore.
Every area of the restoration is then covered in full detail
including the engine, frame, gearbox, wheels, suspension and forks,
brakes, ancillaries, bodywork and electrics, accompanied by
hundreds of clear colour photos to illustrate the text. Additional
work on a 1974 Z1A model adds complementary information. What
really sets this manual apart from the everyday however, is the
style in which it is written: not as some dull and distant workshop
manual but in a friendly, humorous manner by an enthusiast of many
years who is able to involve and entertain the reader, as well as
guiding them through the restoration process. This is the third
restoration guide from Chris Rooke, whose previous works have been
a massive hit with mechanics, enthusiasts and restorers throughout
the world.
-- Maps
-- Directions
-- Riding times
-- Day rides
-- One week tours
-- Safety tips
-- Airlines info
-- Arizona trivia
-- Weather facts
-- Hotel Info
-- Attractions:
-- Grand Canyon
-- Ghost Towns
-- Trains
-- Mines
-- Museums
-- Indian Reservations
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.'
Former Hell's Angels leader and master mechanic Sonny Barger mines
his lifetime of experience with motorcycles to provide advice and
wisdom that will help fellow riders - new riders and veterans alike
- survive the dangers of motorcycling and keep their prized
machines in peak condition. "Let's Ride" includes all the
information every rider needs to become a serious rider. Filled
with stories, observations, insight, and advice gleaned from the
author's own life - and illustrated with never-before-seen
photographs from his vast archives and easy-to-follow drawings -
"Let's Ride" is as entertaining as it is informative and is a must
for every rider and motorcycle afficianado.
How to Restore Suzuki 2-Stroke Triples is the definitive
step-by-step colour illustrated guide to complete restoration, and
a must-have restoration guide for both beginners and seasoned
Suzuki Triple enthusiasts.If you can still remember the signature
of many 70s motorcycles - the characteristic sound and smell of a
2-cylinder 2-stroke engine - then you'll find pleasure in the
knowledge that many of these classics are still alive and well
today, in sheds, garages and barns across the country. Many only
make an appearance on a nice, sunny day, perhaps attending classic
events or taking an early evening summer ride with friends. Buying
one of these motorcycles can be expensive, yet find one in need of
just the lightest restoration and you may strike a bargain price.
Restoration is not as difficult as it may at first appear, and
benefiting from Ricky Burns' hands-on knowledge and experience,
this step-by-step illustrated guide will give any potential
restorer all the advice, tips and shortcuts needed to make an
economical, easy restoration happen.This book covers dismantling
and rebuilding, sourcing parts, special tools, tackling bodywork,
restoring engines and mechanical parts, and much more.
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