A biography of one of Britain's underdog motorcycles manufactures that took the motocross world by storm in the 1970s - and survives today still in the founding family.
Arguably one of the best motorcycle road racing stories ever told such is the depth of research and the detail revealed. Battersby, a gifted writer, captivates enthusiasts throughout.
Presents data and step-by-step information for the 1970s and '80s big (Italian) Laverda motorcycles highly favored by many collectors - recognized as the first superbike.
In 1960 Ferrari was at the top of its game-all-conquering around the world. By 1962, in endurance GT and sports car racing, you needed a 250 GTO to win. Wealthy racer Count Volpi was struck-off when found to be in bed with the enemy. There is no GTO, then, for him. So he built his own. This title presents this car's story.
Flat track racing is very much an "only in America" sport. Some say "Americans racing motorcycles like they race horses!" Others say "the only simple and pure racing left in today's massively complicated world." The Complete Book of Flat Track Racing, when first published in 1978, was a celebration. This brand new edition sticks to the original concept but is completely reworked and re-illustrated, and continues that celebration today. Feel th...
