Mick Walker. Matchless was one of the true pioneer motorcycle manufacturers. Their first machine was manufactured in London in 1899, and the company really came to prominence in 1907 with victory in the single-cylinder class of the first Isle of Man TT. Over the next seventy years, Matchless produced many distinguished bikes, from singles to magnificent four-cylinder machines. In 1931 Matchless acquired the ailing AJS concern, and the two companies were merged to form AMC - Associated Motorcycles. From then on Matchless and AJS machines became increasingly similar, and for a long time the machines of each mark were practically identical. Mick Walker's history of this famous marque takes in every machine and also looks at the competition fortunes of the company. Well illustrated with archive photographs, this book is a worthy tribute to this famous London manufacturer.Hardcover - 8' x 10' - 216 pp - 20 color, 20 b/w $34.95 » More Details ...
The entire history of the BMW motorcycle production, from the original R32 of 1932, through the war years and into the 21st century, is covered in this in-depth look. Particular attention is given to the groundbreaking motorcycles BMW produced in the 1970s. Those include the R90S and the R100RS -- the first mass-produced motorcycle to come equipped with a full, frame-mounted fairing -- and the innovative and popular motorcycles BMW offers today, including the exotic R1200C cruiser and the K1200LT luxury, touring bike. Both of which proved so popular they sent Honda back to the drawing board with its mighty Gold Wing. Hdbd., 10 x 10, 168 pgs., 75 b&w and 125 color ill. $34.95 » More Details ...
The Ducati Sport and Super Sport are the most-prized collector motorcycles in the world. For good reason too. Built for racing performance, the cycles are relatively rare, always attract attention and command top prices. This Original-series book focuses on all the bevel-drive sport models from 1972 to 1986, including the 750 Sport, 750SS, 900SS, 900 Darmah SS, Mike Hailwood Replica and the 1000 S2. A short chapter covers the daddy to all these Ducatis, the 750 GT, a highly collectible bike. Hdbd., 9 x 12, 128 pgs., 250 color ill. $34.95 » More Details ...
Subtitled: An Enthusiast's Guide to all Models of Lotus and Caterham Seven, from 1957 to the Present Day. Getting behind the wheel of a Lotus or Caterham Seven can become one of the most exhilarating experiences you'll have. And, every year, about 900 lucky drivers take delivery of a new Seven; many more buy a used one. Described as a four-wheel motorcycle, the Seven's are detailed in this history and specification guide. Full-model listings, detailed specifications, and driving impressions come together to offer you a great tool for your next new or used Lotus or Seven purchase. Hdbd., 8 1/4 x 10 1/2, 160 pgs. 200 color ill. $37.95 » More Details ...
Edited by Greg Harrison. From the corkscrews of California to the scenic mountain notches of New England, the AMA Ride Guide to America reveals the enticing backroads that motorcyclists dream about. With maps and point-to-point trip outlines for 36 different trips nationwide, riders can explore rocky shorelines, through sweeping valleys, up to mountain peaks, and across everything in between. A must-have travel book for those who long to take two wheels to the best of the open road Featuring trips from Whitehorse Press authors Clement Salvadori, Marty Berke, Dale Coyner and others, this full-color travel guide includes 40 detailed, topographic road maps to help riders follow the recommended routes and know what kind of terrain they'll encounter along the way. Include are trips in the Pacific Northwest, California, the Rocky Mountains and the Southwest, Texas, the Appalachians and the mid-Atlantic, and New England. Paperback - 6' x 9' - 288 pp - 320 color, 36 maps $24.95 » More Details ...