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WHY WE PICKED IT
The fascinating stories behind these fabulous vehicles are told in detail, illustrated with outstanding images taken especially for this book by leading motorcycle photographers. Also included are rare archival finds, such as historic posters or gripping action shots. The world-renowned vehicle enthusiast and motorsport fanatic Jay Leno has written the foreword to Ultimate Collector Motorcycles, followed by interviews with George Barber, founder of the Barber Vintage Motorsports Museum; Sammy Miller, the trial champion and founder of the Sammy Miller Motorcycle Museum; Ben Walker, head of motorcycles at the Bonhams auction house; Paul d’Orléans, founder of The Vintagent; and Gordon McCall, co-founder of The Quail Motorcycle Gathering, the famous motorcycle event in Carmel, California.
DETAILS
• Author: Fiell
• Publisher: Taschen
• Publication Date: June 7, 2023
• Format: Hardcover (2 vols.)
• ISBN: 9783836595438
• Ships direct from distributor in 3 to 7 business days
$250.00
A book full of motorcycle treasures and an absolute must-have for all motorcycle enthusiasts!
Dream machines for a ride through space and time: From the German Hildebrand & Wolfmüller of 1894 to the British Aston Martin AMB 001 of 2020, this two-volume set pays tribute to 100 of the most spectacular motorcycles ever to lap a racetrack or conquer a country road. This magnificent masterpiece encompasses groundbreaking record-breakers as well as luxurious tourers, celebrates legendary Grand Prix winners, technical milestones, and extravagant one-of-a-kind creations that unite form and function at the highest level. Many examples come from exclusive private collections and are extremely rarely seen. Others are usually on display as undisputed stars in renowned motorcycle museums—such as the 1938 Brough Superior “Golden Dream” or the 1957 MV Agusta 500 4C ridden by world champion John Surtees. Alongside several early models that have survived in astonishingly original condition, you’ll find a whole stable full of spectacular racing machines piloted by the likes of Ernst Henne, Tarquinio Provini, Mike Hailwood, Giacomo Agostini, Barry Sheene, or Kenny Roberts.
Dream machines for a ride through space and time: From the German Hildebrand & Wolfmüller of 1894 to the British Aston Martin AMB 001 of 2020, this two-volume set pays tribute to 100 of the most spectacular motorcycles ever to lap a racetrack or conquer a country road. This magnificent masterpiece encompasses groundbreaking record-breakers as well as luxurious tourers, celebrates legendary Grand Prix winners, technical milestones, and extravagant one-of-a-kind creations that unite form and function at the highest level. Many examples come from exclusive private collections and are extremely rarely seen. Others are usually on display as undisputed stars in renowned motorcycle museums—such as the 1938 Brough Superior “Golden Dream” or the 1957 MV Agusta 500 4C ridden by world champion John Surtees. Alongside several early models that have survived in astonishingly original condition, you’ll find a whole stable full of spectacular racing machines piloted by the likes of Ernst Henne, Tarquinio Provini, Mike Hailwood, Giacomo Agostini, Barry Sheene, or Kenny Roberts.
WHY WE PICKED IT
The fascinating stories behind these fabulous vehicles are told in detail, illustrated with outstanding images taken especially for this book by leading motorcycle photographers. Also included are rare archival finds, such as historic posters or gripping action shots. The world-renowned vehicle enthusiast and motorsport fanatic Jay Leno has written the foreword to Ultimate Collector Motorcycles, followed by interviews with George Barber, founder of the Barber Vintage Motorsports Museum; Sammy Miller, the trial champion and founder of the Sammy Miller Motorcycle Museum; Ben Walker, head of motorcycles at the Bonhams auction house; Paul d’Orléans, founder of The Vintagent; and Gordon McCall, co-founder of The Quail Motorcycle Gathering, the famous motorcycle event in Carmel, California.
DETAILS
• Author: Fiell
• Publisher: Taschen
• Publication Date: June 7, 2023
• Format: Hardcover (2 vols.)
• ISBN: 9783836595438
• Ships direct from distributor in 3 to 7 business days