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Author: Jeff Clew Publisher: Veloce Publishing ISBN: 9781845840655 Category : Biography & Autobiography Languages : en Pages : 160
Book Description
For the first time the life of Edward Turner, one of Britain's most talented motorcycle designers, is revealed in full, so this is much more than just another book about Triumph motorcycles. Although seen by many as an irascible man who ran a very tight ship, it is an inescapable fact that his was a highly profitable company. His hugely successful sales campaign after World War 2 stunned America's own manufacturers and had long lasting repercussions on their own home market. As Bert Hopwood once said to the author, Turner was an inventive genius who had the flair for pleasing shapes and an uncanny ability to perceive what the buying public would readily accept, to produce it at the right price. No one will deny the impact made at the annual Motor Cycle Show by his aerial Square Four in 1931, his superbly-styled single cylinder Tiger models in 1936, and his revolutionary Speed Twin that dominated the Show in 1937. Even more was to follow with his post-war Thunderbird and Bonneville twins.
Author: Jeff Clew Publisher: Veloce Publishing ISBN: 9781845840655 Category : Biography & Autobiography Languages : en Pages : 160
Book Description
For the first time the life of Edward Turner, one of Britain's most talented motorcycle designers, is revealed in full, so this is much more than just another book about Triumph motorcycles. Although seen by many as an irascible man who ran a very tight ship, it is an inescapable fact that his was a highly profitable company. His hugely successful sales campaign after World War 2 stunned America's own manufacturers and had long lasting repercussions on their own home market. As Bert Hopwood once said to the author, Turner was an inventive genius who had the flair for pleasing shapes and an uncanny ability to perceive what the buying public would readily accept, to produce it at the right price. No one will deny the impact made at the annual Motor Cycle Show by his aerial Square Four in 1931, his superbly-styled single cylinder Tiger models in 1936, and his revolutionary Speed Twin that dominated the Show in 1937. Even more was to follow with his post-war Thunderbird and Bonneville twins.
Author: Jeff Clew Publisher: David and Charles ISBN: 1845845056 Category : Languages : en Pages : 278
Book Description
The deeply researched biography of the man who was probably the most important individual in the history of the British motorcycle industry.In the words of Triumph's famous sales slogan, Edward Turner designed "The Best Motorcycle in the World". Records details of all the world famous motorcycles designed by Edward Turner.
Author: W, A. ‘Bill’ Cakebread Publisher: David and Charles ISBN: 1845848586 Category : Languages : en Pages : 279
Book Description
A young Londoner had only one ambition in life – to work with motorcycles. That simple wish led to an apprenticeship that was to change Bill Cakebread's life forever as the training that Associated Motorcycles Limited provided enabled achievements that he never dreamed possible. This book gives a unique insight to the atmosphere and excitement of working in a motorcycle factory. It is an inspiring story, supported by a host of period photographs and rare documents, which provides a fascinating record of work within the British motorcycle industry in the final years of its decline into oblivion.
Author: Andy Westlake Publisher: David and Charles ISBN: 1845845897 Category : Languages : en Pages : 345
Book Description
A fascinating and nostalgic compilation of rider profiles written over a three year period, which originally appeared in Classic Motorcycle magazine, and is now accompanied by a new set of over 100 photographs. All of the riders featured became top achievers in their field, although, for some, it was their first interview. During the 1950s and 60s, scrambling especially drew huge crowds to meetings all across the country, and, thanks to TV coverage such as BBC Grandstand Trophy, and ITV’s World of Sport, many of the competitors featured in this book became household names. Each chapter includes the competition years of the riders, and also gives an overview of their careers, and conveys their enthusiasm for the sport.
Author: Jim Kartalamakis Publisher: David and Charles ISBN: 1845845471 Category : Languages : en Pages : 334
Book Description
Ten years have passed since the original edition of this book was published, but Alfa Romeo enthusiasts everywhere are still active today more than ever in preserving, modifying and racing these excellent cars. Throughout this time, the author in true Alfista fashion, never stopped looking for and trying new techniques to increase the power, overall performance and reliability of Alfas and their engines. This book is the result of much research, also first-hand experience gained through many Alfa rwd model projects, from the 105 series to the last of the 75 models. There is a lot of completely new information here regarding TwinSpark Cylinder head mods, big-brake mods, LSD adjustment procedure, electrical system improvements, plus many flow-bench diagrams, dyno plots, and much more.
Author: Des Hammill Publisher: David and Charles ISBN: 1845845021 Category : Languages : en Pages : 251
Book Description
The complete practical guide to choosing and specifying Holley carburettors for any suitable engine and for road or track performance. Uniquely, this book allows the identification of complete secondhand carburettors and individual components, including all metering blocks, so you can buy and build with confidence. Easy to follow tuning instructions to ensure YOUR Holley carburettor delivers maximum performance.
Author: Justin Allison Publisher: David and Charles ISBN: 1845845552 Category : Languages : en Pages : 290
Book Description
Comprising 20 ‘open letters from a part-time petrolhead,’ Alfa Mail looks at much more than the Alfa Romeo marque. Cars, aircraft, motorcycles – even tractors – feature in this irreverently personal view of internal combustion, ‘the great enabler,’ for better or worse. Or maybe just for fun. This book goes beyond the normal car book format, exploring what made Alfa special, and asking whether the future of the mark is important or relevant in today’s world. Version 2 Nov 2012
Author: Peter Burgess and David Gollan Publisher: David and Charles ISBN: 1845846087 Category : Languages : en Pages : 219
Book Description
The complete practical guide to successfully modifying cylinder heads for maximum power, economy and reliability. Applies to almost every car/motorcycle (not 2-stroke) and to all road and track applications.
Author: Malcolm Bobbitt Publisher: David and Charles ISBN: 184584551X Category : Languages : en Pages : 202
Book Description
The story of these wonderfully stylish cars, built on the ultra-dependable VW Beetle chassis and running gear. Produced between 1955 and 1974, these timeless models are now classics. Here is the essential guide to the curvy and collectible VW-based Karmann Ghias.
Author: Hughie Hancox Publisher: David and Charles ISBN: 1845845560 Category : Languages : en Pages : 276
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A delightful and often humerous account of life with the Triumph motorcycle company in its heyday. Hughie Hancox started work with the Triumph Engineering Company (manufacturer of Triumph motorcycles) in 1954 and, apart from a short break for national service, stayed with the company until its closed in 1974. In his time with Triumph, Hughie worked in the Experimental, Service, Product Road Test, Toolroom, Final Production Assembly and Service Repair Shop departments before joining the staff in the Service Office. He also served as a Technical Writer/Advisor/Customer Relations "Trouble Shooter." Even his National Service was spent with the "White Helmets" motorcycle display team! Here, Hughie tells the story of his life in the famous Meriden factory and of his many adventures with Triumph motorcycles and Triumph people and, by doing so, records the fascinating inside story of one of Britain's greatest motorcycle marques.
Author: Jeff Clew
Author: Jeff Clew
Author: Jeff Clew
Author: W, A. ‘Bill’ Cakebread
Author: Andy Westlake
Author: Jim Kartalamakis
Author: Des Hammill
Author: Justin Allison
Author: Peter Burgess and David Gollan
Author: Malcolm Bobbitt
Author: Hughie Hancox