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fearless: Lords of the Murderdrome
ISBN: 9781495295263 / Angielski / Miękka / 130 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. In the early fall of 2004 Bill and Beth Bradford travel to Bill's childhood home in Bourbon County, Kentucky to inventory and settle the estate of his recently deceased parents. In the attic they discover a large trophy and, most astoundingly, a large scrapbook Little do they know that the unearthed scrapbook contains hundreds of newspaper clippings detailing the extreme sport of board track racing, an era in motorcycle racing forgotten by time for over 90 years, and the career of one of the sports biggest superstars, Charles "Fearless" Balke, as lovingly assembled by his wife Snooks, Bill...
In the early fall of 2004 Bill and Beth Bradford travel to Bill's childhood home in Bourbon County, Kentucky to inventory and settle the estate of his...
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34,53 zł |
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Sidecars
ISBN: 9780747803447 / Angielski / Miękka / 32 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. In the early twentieth century sidecar design was developed to provide greater comfort than the pillion seat of a motorcycle. Sidecars were used for all sorts of purposes from taxis to carriers of farm animals and though their use has declined they have retained a following in sporting events.
In the early twentieth century sidecar design was developed to provide greater comfort than the pillion seat of a motorcycle. Sidecars were used for a...
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37,29 zł |
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Vintage Motorcycles
ISBN: 9780747802778 / Angielski / Miękka / 32 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. After the close of the First World War, the British motorcycle industry rose to prominence as British motorcycles became almost unbeatable in competitions. However, a shortage of these new model bikes pushed prices to a premium and most people were forced to settle for prewar designs. These high prices led to greater competition, and greater competition lead to swifter and more innovative development. By the mid 1920s the overhead valve engine came into its own, with enhanced performance, and then the overhead camshaft engine with even greater potential. Internal expanding hub brakes kept... After the close of the First World War, the British motorcycle industry rose to prominence as British motorcycles became almost unbeatable in compe... |
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37,29 zł |
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Riding 500cc Two Strokes to Canada in 1972: And Other Motorcycle Adventures
ISBN: 9781624206382 / Angielski / Miękka / 112 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. |
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38,85 zł |
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The New Age of Biking & Brotherhood: Lifestyle At A Crossroads
ISBN: 9781725819801 / Angielski / Miękka / 174 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. |
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43,18 zł |
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Illustrated History of Military Motorcycles
ISBN: 9781780192024 / Angielski / Miękka / 96 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. This fully illustrated title 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.
This fully illustrated title covers the lively history of the military motorcycle, highlighting the varied roles motorcycles have played, as well as h...
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44,93 zł |
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Harley-Davidson: A History of the World’s Most Famous Motorcycle
ISBN: 9780747813439 / Angielski / Miękka / 64 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. Harley-Davidson: words that evoke the open American road and the "Made in America" tradition like no others. The sweeping chopper handlebars, the distinctive throaty low speed rumble of the engine and the unmistakable logo are all recognized the world over. This book expertly ties together the mechanical evolution of Harley's engines - from the earliest motorized pedal bicycles to the iconic heavyweight twin cylinder V-engines we know and love today - and the social history of the brand's phenomenal rise in the twentieth century, as innovative survivor of the Great Depression, supplier of the...
Harley-Davidson: words that evoke the open American road and the "Made in America" tradition like no others. The sweeping chopper handlebars, the dist...
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44,93 zł |
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British Motorcycles of the 1940s and ‘50s
ISBN: 9780747808053 / Angielski / Miękka / 56 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. After VE Day in 1945 the British population returned enthusiastically to the road. But the cost and availability of both vehicles and fuel led to the post-war scene being dominated by motorcycles, most of them ex-military machines, eagerly snapped up for everyday use in an age when a family car remained just a dream for many. The British industry, meanwhile, was exhorted to 'export or die', and until well into the 1950s the majority of new British bikes were sold abroad. During this period, the industry - the largest and most important in the world - continued to develop new and exciting... After VE Day in 1945 the British population returned enthusiastically to the road. But the cost and availability of both vehicles and fuel led to t... |
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47,95 zł |
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Vespa and Lambretta Motor Scooters
ISBN: 9781784423148 / Angielski / Miękka / 64 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. The story of Lambretta and Vespa scooters in the UK and their social history.
The story of Lambretta and Vespa scooters in the UK and their social history.
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47,95 zł |
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Foggy on Bikes
ISBN: 9780007118397 / Angielski / Miękka / 336 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. Carl Fogarty, four-time Superbike World Champion and bestselling author, draws on 18 years of international motorcycle riding to give readers a comprehensive guide to bikes, and how to ride them, from competition to leisure biking. He begins by describing how he started out in bike racing by going to race schools. Advice is given on how to get started in the sport before Carl explores all the key techniques which the novice rider will need in their repertoire. He goes on to talk about preparation for race riding, how you gear yourself physically through fitness, diet and... Carl Fogarty, four-time Superbike World Champion and bestselling author, draws on 18 years of international motorcycle riding to give readers a com... |
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49,35 zł |
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Cafe Racers of 50s and 60s
ISBN: 9781872004198 / Angielski / Miękka / 96 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. Renowned motorcycle expert Walker profiles the exciting range of nostalgic '60s cafe racers superbike specials in this easy-to-use reference. Includes chapters on Goldie, Triton, Dunstall, Rockers, Homebrew, Cottage Industry, and Foreigners.
Renowned motorcycle expert Walker profiles the exciting range of nostalgic '60s cafe racers superbike specials in this easy-to-use reference. Includes...
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49,73 zł |
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Classic Superbikes: The World's Greatest Bikes
ISBN: 9781782749158 / Angielski / Miękka / 320 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. A fully-illustrated pocket-sized guide to 75 of the greatest bikes from all over the world, from Hondas to Harley-Davidsons. with stunning cut-out photographs, detailed annotations and specifications.
A fully-illustrated pocket-sized guide to 75 of the greatest bikes from all over the world, from Hondas to Harley-Davidsons. with stunning cut-out pho...
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49,93 zł |
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My Cool Motorcycle: An Inspirational Guide to Motorcycles and Biking Culture
ISBN: 9781911641544 / Angielski / Twarda / 160 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. My Cool Motorcycle celebrates a love affair with motorcycles and the strong culture within the tight-knit community. Explore how the origins of the era of motorcycle subculture have lived on, through the fashions and spinoff cultures that this versatile machine has spawned.
My Cool Motorcycle celebrates a love affair with motorcycles and the strong culture within the tight-knit community. Explore how the origins of the er...
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49,93 zł |
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Valentino Rossi: The Definitive Biography
ISBN: 9781789464184 / Angielski / Miękka / 368 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. |
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49,93 zł |
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Iron Order Motorcycle Club: The year that changed the motorcycle club scene
ISBN: 9781728996899 / Angielski / Miękka / 154 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. |
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51,82 zł |
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Heavy Sidecar Motorcycles of the Wehrmacht
ISBN: 9780764312724 / Angielski / Miękka / 48 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. All new photo collection covering BMW, Zundapp, NSU, DKW sidecar motorcycles on a variety of war fronts.
All new photo collection covering BMW, Zundapp, NSU, DKW sidecar motorcycles on a variety of war fronts.
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53,29 zł |
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Indian Military Motorcycle Model 340 Manual of Care and Maintenance
ISBN: 9781940453156 / Angielski / Miękka / 48 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. The Indian Motocycle Manufacturing Co. began producing motorcycles in Springfield, Massachusetts in 1901 and quickly became the world's largest manufacturer. While the Harley-Davidson WLA was the motorcycle of choice for the U.S. Army, during WWII Indian's Chief, Scout and Junior Scout models were drafted into service. This handbook for the Model 340 / 74 Military Chief was adopted by the Army in October, 1941. During WWII, Indian made over 33,000 motorcycles, but it emerged from the conflict in financial trouble. Production was seriously curtailed by 1949, and the company ceased operation in...
The Indian Motocycle Manufacturing Co. began producing motorcycles in Springfield, Massachusetts in 1901 and quickly became the world's largest manufa...
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53,30 zł |
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A Short History of the Motorcycle
ISBN: 9781474601153 / Angielski / Miękka / 208 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. A celebration of the magic of motorbikes by former TOP GEAR and current THE GRAND TOUR presenter Richard Hammond.
A celebration of the magic of motorbikes by former TOP GEAR and current THE GRAND TOUR presenter Richard Hammond.
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54,93 zł |
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Preparing the Yamaha YZ and IT for Competition: includes Riding with the Hurricane
ISBN: 9781453631546 / Angielski / Miękka / 66 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. First published in 1979 as the "Moto-X Fox Guide to Preparing the Yamaha YZ and IT for Competition," this 64-page book was written and photographed by famed 1970's Cycle News editor, racer and motocross journalist Jim "Jimmy the Greek" Gianatsis. It covers the development and racing history of the Yamaha 2-stroke and 4-stroke motocross and enduro bikes from the DT models raced by the Don Jones family in the early 1970s, through to to the exotic YZ, OW and TT-500 machines raced by Hakan Andersson, Pierre Karsmakers and Bob "Hurricane" Hannah up to 1979. Included is race bike preparation...
First published in 1979 as the "Moto-X Fox Guide to Preparing the Yamaha YZ and IT for Competition," this 64-page book was written and photographed by...
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55,97 zł |
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Preparing the Suzuki RM and PE for Competition: Tony DiStefano, Roger DeCoster, Danny LaPorte and the RA RH RN Suzuki Factory Works Bikes - Mark Barne
ISBN: 9781456578671 / Angielski / Miękka / 74 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. First published in 1978 as the "Moto-X Fox Guide to Preparing the Suzuki RM and PE for Competition," this 72-page book was written and photographed by famed 1970's Cycle News editor, racer and motocross journalist Jim "Jimmy the Greek" Gianatsis. Team Moto-XFox was the leading privateer team in AMA National Motocross at the time using Suzuki RM bikes, and was the industry leader in developing engine performance and long travel adjustable, no-fade suspension. Team rider Pat Richter placed as high as 2nd at the Hangtown National, and many Fox riders like mark Barnett and Steve Wise going on to...
First published in 1978 as the "Moto-X Fox Guide to Preparing the Suzuki RM and PE for Competition," this 72-page book was written and photographed by...
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55,97 zł |
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