This title covers 100 years of wartime motorcycles, from the first
machines of World War I to the diesel-powered types and quad bikes
of today, with 230 photographs. It is a complete reference guide to
a century of military motorcycles, from their first use at the
beginning of the 20th century to the sophisticated models of today.
It discusses machine-gun motorcycles, tracked motorcycles, diesel
motorcycles, ATVs and quad bikes. It explains the anatomy of the
military motorcycle - its frame, engine, transmission, final drive,
front forks, rear forks, suspension and brakes. It features over
230 commissioned and rare photographs from archives, museums and
private collections. During the early years of World War I,
motorcycles started to enter military service, replacing the
mounted despatch rider and providing a means of mechanizing
machine-gun and stretcher units. This fully illustrated book covers
the lively history of the military motorcycle, highlighting the
varied roles motorcycles have played, as well as how the vehicles
have evolved over time. It provides a country-by-country overview
of military motorcycles in France, Belgium, Germany, Italy, Great
Britain, the USA, the USSR and Japan. An expertly written volume,
it provides enthusiasts with key information about the history of
these diverse multi-tasking vehicles.
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