Riding Man

Author: Mark Gardiner
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780979167324
Category :
Languages : en
Pages :

Book Description
For 100 years, the Isle of Man Tourist Trophy races have been the world's most dangerous organized sporting event. As one of thirty thousand fans who attended the annual spectacle, Mark Gardiner harbored no illusions about his own skill or bravery. He was, however, an avid motorcyclist for whom the race represented a boyhood dream. He went home, quit his job, sold everything he owned, and returned to the Island to race there himself. Riding Man is the account of an Everyman, struggling to qualify for -- and survive -- the TT races. If you're a dreamer, the lesson in this book is that the pursuit of any worthwhile goal involves risks, rewards and, almost inevitably some regrets. If you're not a dreamer, the lesson is more important: the deepest regrets are always over risks not taken.

Harley-Davidson Motorcycles

Author: Bill Stermer
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781610609517
Category : Harley-Davidson motorcycle
Languages : en
Pages : 168

Book Description

American Iron Magazine Presents 1001 Harley-Davidson Facts

Author: Tyler Greenblatt
Publisher: CarTech Inc
ISBN: 161325296X
Category : Transportation
Languages : en
Pages : 369

Book Description
When anyone thinks of motorcycling, whether they are enthusiasts or only casually interested, the name Harley-Davidson immediately comes to mind. Harley-Davidson is among the oldest surviving motorcycle manufacturers; the company began in 1903 and continues to this day. As you can imagine, over the course of more than 100 years, the company has seen prosperous times as well as lean times, changes in focus and direction, evolution and revolution. All of that leads to a lot of company history and trivia. American Iron Magazine associate editor Tyler Greenblatt has compiled 1,001 Harley-Davidson facts into this single volume, with subjects ranging from the historic powertrains to pop culture to Harley-Davidson as a company and manufacturer. Facts begin with the early years, when a motorcycle was not much more than a bicycle with an engine attached, to the war efforts of World War I, when 15,000 were put into service. During the 1920s, Harley-Davidson grew into the largest manufacturer in the world, and that momentum helped carry it through the Great Depression and into World War II. Postwar development and AMF ownership are also covered in detail, as well as the restructuring and revival of the brand in recent years. Whether you're a casual rider, racer, or restorer, Harley-Davidson enthusiasts will be sure to find something in this book for that next conversation with fellow hobbyists. This book will keep Harley-Davidson enthusiasts entertained for hours, and is a great edition to any motorcycling library. p.p1 {margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; font: 12.0px Arial}

The Greatest Trivia Book Ever 1

Author: Mitchell Symons
Publisher: Boldwood Books Ltd
ISBN: 191372106X
Category : Curiosities and wonders
Languages : en
Pages : 279

Book Description
All my life I’ve collected weird and wonderful facts. Even before ‘trivia’ was (or should that be ‘were’?) invented, I’ve been obsessed with the pursuit of what you might call worthless knowledge. Now, after a lifetime’s devotion to the cause, I’m proud to present to you my favourite facts of all time. My greatest hits, if you will. Most of what you will read has been acquired organically, from reading books, magazines and newspapers. However, I am happy to acknowledge material culled from the internet – which was where I first saw PROOF THAT HELL IS EXOTHERMIC and Hugh Gallagher’s brilliant THE ULTIMATE COLLEGE APPLICATION. I have tried to source – and/or get permission to use - these wonderful items but to no avail. However, I'm sure that their original authors would appreciate this wider audience.

Harley-Davidson

Author: CHRISTOPHER P. BAKER
Publisher:
ISBN: 9788854418110
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 224

Book Description
In Harley-Davidson, moto-journalist Christopher P. Baker offers a complete guide to every production engine ever built by the USA's leading motorcycle brand. This book presents each of the distinct engine epochs chronologically in its own chapter, including profiles of archetypal motorcycle models best associated with each engine. Images of a select variant most representative of each engine era illustrate the introduction of each chapter. Further details on these highlighted engines are given in the pages for the specific model from which each was taken. More than 40 classic Harleys are portrayed in detail, from the first "Model Number 1" F-head single of 1903 to the Pan America adventure tourer of 2021, powered by Harley's state-of-the-art liquid-cooled Revolution Max engine. In between, the development of the Harley-Davidson engines is traced as a gradual evolutionary process, reflecting how the brand's unique classic V-Twin characteristics--hearkening all the way back to the F-head 45-degree layout--came to define an attitude, emotion, and lifestyle, fostering a company maxim: "If it ain't broke, don't fix it."

The Business Standard Quiz Book

Author: Gaurav Srikrishna
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing
ISBN: 9382951113
Category : Games & Activities
Languages : en
Pages : 105

Book Description
The Business Standard Quiz Book is a collection of some of the most interesting and challenging questions from the world of business. Well-known corporate quizzer and quiz master Gaurav Srikrishna has carefully selected facts and figures, anecdotes and nuggets that set the reader thinking.. Entertaining and engaging, The Business Standard Quiz Book perfectly demonstrates that the pleasure of quizzing is not merely in attacking tough questions but also in acquiring and assimilating knowledge. Divided into six categories: Brands and Ads, Finance, Management, Technology, Personalities and Trivia,and consisting of 300 questions, this is essential reading for all who want to crack the next corporate quiz!

The Little Black Book of Motorcycle Wisdom

Author: Niels Aaboe
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
ISBN: 1628735031
Category : Transportation
Languages : en
Pages : 138

Book Description
There’s no getting around the allure of motorcycles. Since 1885, when Gottlieb Daimler mounted a gas-powered engine on a wooden bicycle, riders of all ages have been drawn to the exhilaration and terror of motoring in the open air on two wheels. Motorcycles have become ingrained in our culture. To some, they represent the ultimate expression of freedom. To others, motorcycles symbolize lawlessness and disrespect for authority. The Little Red Book of Motorcycle Wisdom is packed full of wise, witty, and edgy quotes on motorcycles and the people who ride them. Celebrities, literary giants, and athletes offer pithy and memorable comments on what they ride, where they ride, with whom they ride, how fast they ride—and, most importantly, why they ride. Read musings on bikes from such noteworthy folks as: Hunter S. Thompson Marlon Brando Robert Pirsig Evel Knievel Sonny Barger Ewan McGregor Steve McQueen Leonardo DiCaprio Paul Newman Bob Dylan Hugh Laurie Angelina Jolie T. E. Lawrence And dozens of others! There’s a reason why people the world over are passionate about a machine that has been dubbed “the perfect vehicle.” This book tells you why.

The Jokiest Joking Trivia Book Ever Written . . . No Joke!

Author: Brian Boone
Publisher: Castle Point Books
ISBN: 1250199751
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 231

Book Description
A fun collection of incredible facts for curious kids! The Jokiest Joking Trivia Book Ever Written...No Joke! is chock-full of amazing facts about everything from food to travel to science to history! It's nothing but fun, with hand-drawn original illustrations on nearly every page. Kids will love to impress their friends with their cool knowledge, and parents will be happy their kids are learning something. For example: There are exactly 206 bones in your body. (We counted.) More than half of those are in your hands, toes, fingers, and feet. Think how cold you are when you forget your winter coat. Now consider how cold you’d be without your skin. Your skin weighs the same as four heavy winter coats.

How to Build a Harley-Davidson Torque Monster

Author: Bill Rook
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781610609692
Category : Forces and couples
Languages : en
Pages : 212

Book Description
Many people modify their Harley-Davidson engines--and find the results disappointing. What they might not know--and what this book teaches--is that emphasizing horsepower over torque, the usual approach, makes for a difficult ride. Author Bill Rook has spent decades perfecting the art of building torque-monster V-twin Harley engines. Here he brings that experience to bear, guiding motorcycle enthusiasts through the modifications that make a bike not just fast but comfortable to ride. With clear, step-by-step instructions, his book shows readers how to get high performance out of their Harleys--and enjoy them, too.

The Rebels

Author: Daniel R. Wolf
Publisher: University of Toronto Press
ISBN: 1442659572
Category : Social Science
Languages : en
Pages : 396

Book Description
The image of the outlaw biker is widely recognize in North American society. The reality is only known to insiders. To study the phenomenon of outlaw biker clubs, anthropologist Daniel Wolf bridged the gap between image and reality by becoming an insider. Electronic Format Disclaimer: Preliminary images removed at the request of the rights holder.