Motorcycle Racing

Motorcycle Racing
Author: Michael Dregni
Publisher: Capstone
Total Pages: 52
Release: 1994
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 9781560652076

This book tells about motorcycle racing history, todays racing motorcycles, safety gear, various types of racing, and more.

A Guide to Motorcycle Racing

A Guide to Motorcycle Racing
Author: Hedley J. Cox
Publisher: Archway Publishing
Total Pages: 329
Release: 2015-05-14
Genre: Sports & Recreation
ISBN: 1480816159

United States motorcycle enthusiasts can learn a lot by looking to their peers in Europe, which has as rich a history as they do. Hedley J. Cox was living in England when he became involved in racing in the early 1950s. An engineer of the first order, he raced and designed machines and traveled with a team to International Grand Prix meetings in Europe. In this behind-the-scenes look at the world of motorcycle racing, youll learn the answers to questions such as: How does management politics affect racing? Why did British motorcycle manufacturers lose the spirit of adventure that is so necessary in racing? What happened when that sense of adventure was lost? He also examines the state of racing in the Canada, where he raced for a big manufacturer after moving to the United States. At every turn and curve, he encouraged others to embrace new ideas to beat competitors. Join the author on a fascinating journey that spans thousands of miles with three different manufacturers with A Guide to Motorcycle Racing.

The Science of Motorcycle Racing

The Science of Motorcycle Racing
Author: Marcia Amidon Lusted
Publisher: Capstone
Total Pages: 49
Release: 2014
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 1476551952

"Describes the science concepts involved in several types of motorcycle racing"--

Extreme Motorcycle Racing

Extreme Motorcycle Racing
Author: Clive Gifford
Publisher: Capstone
Total Pages: 18
Release: 2009
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 1429646152

"World's fastest bikes! Spectacular crashes! Amazing jumps!"--P. [1] of cover.

Motorcycle Racing

Motorcycle Racing
Author: Billie B. Brooklyn
Publisher: The Rosen Publishing Group, Inc
Total Pages: 34
Release: 2014-12-15
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 1499401566

People have been enjoying and racing motorcycles since 1901, when the extreme vehicle first emerged on the scene. This age-appropriate book gives readers a comprehensive look at motorcycle racing, with a focus on today’s most popular events, such as Motocross and Supercross. “Fast Fact” fact boxes and sidebars teach readers about the sport’s most famous men and women, as the text includes tips on how readers can get involved themselves. The text concludes with a graphic organizer of the most common motorcycle racing flags.

Immortals of Australian Motorcycle Racing: The World Champs

Immortals of Australian Motorcycle Racing: The World Champs
Author: Darryl Flack
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
Total Pages: 247
Release: 2023-06-26
Genre: Sports & Recreation
ISBN: 1923009133

The Immortals of Australian Motorcycle Racing: the World Champs celebrates the nation's greatest-ever riders, from the white-knuckle 500cc and MotoGP eras to the hard-core challenge of the Dakar Rally and the rough and tumble worlds of supercross and speedway. Author Darryl Flack selects his top 12 riders then delves into the careers of Australia's true greats, including Wayne Gardner, Mick Doohan, Casey Stoner, Chad Reed, Toby Price, Troy Bayliss and Gregg Hansford. The book tells the remarkable stories behind each rider's rise and the extraordinary adversity they fought against in their ascension to Immortal status.

Remo Venturi and the Golden Age of Motorcycle Racing

Remo Venturi and the Golden Age of Motorcycle Racing
Author: Paolo Ciri
Publisher: Lampi di stampa
Total Pages: 112
Release: 2012-05-01
Genre: Biography & Autobiography
ISBN: 8848814174

This book is about the fabulous sixties and what racing - and life in general -were like in those days. It spans the entire career of Remo Venturi, five-time Italian champion and twice runner-up in the world championship, along with the many anecdotes involved.

Motorcycle Road Racing

Motorcycle Road Racing
Author: Jeffrey Zuehlke
Publisher: Lerner Publications
Total Pages: 52
Release: 2009-01-01
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 0822594277

Presents motorcycle road racing, providing simple explanations surrounding the sport including descriptions of famous races, the culture of racing, and brief career highlights of its legendary stars.

Motorcycle GP Racing in the 1960s

Motorcycle GP Racing in the 1960s
Author: Chris Pereira
Publisher: David and Charles
Total Pages: 176
Release: 2022-03-29
Genre:
ISBN: 1787118797

This book examines the classic period of Grand Prix racing from 1960 to 1969, and the men and machines involved. Covering the emergence of the Japanese factories and the struggle for supremacy between 2- and 4-stroke technologies, it is a fascinating exploration of the last decade of 'traditional' Grand Prix racing, before significant events changed the nature of the sport forever.