The Art Of The Vintage Motorcycle PDF Book

Author : Serge Bueno,Gilles Lhote
Publisher : Rizzoli Publications
Release : 2020-09-29
Category : Transportation
ISBN : 9780789339546
File Size : 49,9 Mb
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Book Summary: A beautiful and comprehensive celebration of the art and design of classic motorcycles, from the early twentieth century through the 1950s. This is the most beautiful book of its kind: celebrating the art and design of the luxury motorcycle by presenting forty of the best-designed and most enduringly iconic motorcycles ever made, spanning half a century. The book showcases forty rare and exceptional motorcycles, from 1905 to 1956, presented in chronological order, illustrated with stunning studio photographs that present the machines as works of art and wonders of design in themselves. An international roster is featured: a 1905 Peugeot Factory Racer, a 1916 Indian Power Plus, a 1929 Majestic, a 1936 Excelsior Manxman, a 1951 Harley Davidson 750CC WR, a 1951 Vincent 1000CC Black Shadow, and a 1955 Triumph Tiger Cub, among others. Written by a motorcycle collector and expert, the book presents the history of the motorcycle through the most significant makes of all time. Each is accompanied by detailed images and texts covering the bike's background, legends behind the machines, feats of design and engineering, and tales of classic races, rallies, and motorcycle shows. The book is enhanced with reproductions of period ads and historic photos, evoking a sense of time and place.

Author : Robert M. Pirsig
Publisher : Turtleback Books
Release : 1978
Category : Uncategorized
ISBN : 0606039600
File Size : 54,8 Mb
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Book Summary: "With a new introduction by the author"--Jacket.

Author : Pat Hahn
Publisher : Motorbooks
Release : 2017-01-01
Category : Transportation
ISBN : 9780760354148
File Size : 34,9 Mb
Total Download : 390

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Book Summary: Finally! The world's most incredible motorcycles are given the artful representation they deserve. The motorcycle should have disappeared with the advent of the inexpensive automobile, since Henry Ford's Model T usurped the motorcycle's position as a primary form of utilitarian transportation, but a funny thing happened on the way to extinction - the motorcycle not only survived but thrived. Enough people were enamored of the thrill and beauty of the two-wheeled mechanical beast to ensure it would continue to exist indefinitely. And exist they have! Many of the motorcycles manufactured over the past century truly fit the description of "classic," and many consider these machines works of art. Written by noted motorcycle author Patrick Hahn, Classic Motorcycles presents the history of motorcycling as told through the most significant, iconic, classic motorcycles of all time, with both period photography and modern portrait photography. All the best domestic and international makes are represented here, from BMWs, Indians, and Triumphs to Vincents, Ducatis, and Harley-Davidsons - the most classic models. You'll drool over the 1933 Matchless Silver Hawk. Each motorcycle was shot in a studio setting using photographer Tom Loeser's light-painting technique. Period ads and relevant historic photos and documents are spread throughout the book to supplement the portraits of the bikes, really evoking a sense of time and place. Prepare to be in awe of the undeniably classic motorcycles in this collection. It's the only motorcycle history you'll need.

Author : Phillip Tooth
Publisher : National Geographic Books
Release : 2011-03-22
Category : Transportation
ISBN : 9780789322135
File Size : 49,9 Mb
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Book Summary: A lavishly illustrated and definitive look at the design evolution of the racing motorcycle. The dynamic between competition and design has always fueled the evolution of racing motorcycles and inspired astonishing feats of design and engineering. This book traces the development of the sport bike, from the earliest French motorcycles to the dominance of British machinery in the 1930s, the exotic Italian motorcycles of the 1950s and 1960s, the influence of American racing in the 1970s and 1980s, and today’s Japanese superbikes. More than fifty classic motorcycles—from Harley-Davidsons to Peugeots, Velocettes, Moto Guzzis, BMWs, Kawasakis, and Ducatis—are presented chronologically illustrated with stunning studio photographs that present the machines as works of art and wonders of design in themselves, accompanied by rare and beautiful archival images that place the subjects in the contexts of classic races, rallies, and motorcycle shows, and accompanied by essays revealing the legends behind the machines. Some of the championship motorcycles featured include the 1902 Manon, the 1922 Harley Davidson 8-valve, the 1935 Terrot 500, the 1948 AJS Porcupine, the 1954 Moto Guzzi V8, the 1965 Honda GP 250, The 1976 Suzuki RK67, the 1986 Cagiva GP, and the 1990 Ducati Supermono.

Author : Hugo Wilson
Publisher : DK Publishing (Dorling Kindersley)
Release : 1993
Category : Motorcycle racing
ISBN : 0751300438
File Size : 17,9 Mb
Total Download : 628

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Book Summary: A one-of-a-kind compendium of motorcycles for the veteran, mid-level rider, or rank beginner with major dreams. Over 100 classic, celebrity, and experimental bikes are showcased, from those of Lawrence of Arabia to the world's fastest production bike. Over 850 full-color photos.

Author : Daniel Peirce
Publisher : Veloce Publishing Ltd
Release : 2008
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9781845841744
File Size : 44,9 Mb
Total Download : 935

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Book Summary: Presents sixty four pictures from the popular Up N Smoke Engine Project. Also tells the story of the project and the years it took to bring it from an inspired idea to a tangible reality.

Author : Mindfulness Coloring Mindfulness Coloring Artist,Createspace Independent Pub
Publisher : Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
Release : 2017-05-28
Category : Uncategorized
ISBN : 1546875840
File Size : 55,9 Mb
Total Download : 112

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Book Summary: This Vintage Motorcycle Coloring Book the perfect way to relieve stress and aid relaxation while enjoying beautiful and highly detailed images. Product Details: Presentation Page for Gift-Giving Printed single sided on bright white paper Premium matte cover finish Large format 8.5" x 11.0" pages

Author : Ian Falloon
Publisher : Motorbooks
Release : 2019-10-01
Category : Transportation
ISBN : 9780760366011
File Size : 39,8 Mb
Total Download : 101

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Book Summary: The ultimate reference for Triumph lovers and fans of British motorcycles, The Complete Book of Classic and Modern Triumph Motorcycles 1937-Today collects all of the motorcycles from this iconic brand in a single illustrated volume. In this revised and updated edition, you'll find the all-new Bonneville lineup introduced for the 2016 model year as well as other Triumphs through 2019. Originally formed as a bicycle company in 1885, Triumph produced its first motorcycle in 1902, which was simply a bicycle fitted with a Belgian Minerva engine. From there, the company, in various iterations, went on to build some of the most iconic motorcycles of all time. Written by respected Triumph expert Ian Falloon, this luxurious reference covers all of the major and minor models, with an emphasis on the most exemplary, era-defining motorcycles such as the Thunderbird, Tiger, Trophy, Bonneville, and new machines such as the Speed Triple, Thruxton, and Daytona 675. Detailed technical specifications are offered alongside compelling photography, much of it sourced from Triumph's archives. The Complete Book of Classic and Modern Triumph Motorcycles 1937-Today also features important non-production models and factory racing and speed-record-setting motorcycles that have become integral parts of Triumph's stellar reputation. This is a book no Triumph fan should be without!