The Complete Book of Police and Military Motorcycles

Author: Joseph Berk
Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
ISBN: 9781727673340
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 0

Book Description
This is a reprint of The Complete Book of Police and Military Motorcycles originally published in 2001. From Pittsburgh's adoption of motorcycles for police use in 1909 to General John J. "Black Jack" Pershing's motorized pursuit of Pancho Villa into Mexican territory in 1916 to the deployment of motorcycles in both world wars, this book tells the fascinating tale of these magnificent machines from their 20th century beginnings to their current use by police departments and militaries throughout the world.Joseph Berk explores the history of their manufacture by Harley-Davidson, Kawasaki, BMW, and others, from marketing strategy to product evolution. In addition, he gives the reader an exclusive inside look at how specific police departments from Atlanta to Los Angeles determine which make and model to adopt, complete with critiques of the "Big Three" police models used in the United States from officerswho have put them to the test. Berk's detailed look at the intensive 10-day training program LAPD motor officers undergo is a testament to the carefully honed, specialized skills motor officers bring to their work, and lively discussions with individual officers about how they put their machines to work on the streets on a day-to-day basis offer a unique personalized perspective. Completing the picture, Berk examines the use of motorcycles in combat, detailing the specific makes and models used by Special Forces and other military units from World War I through the turn of the century and beyond.

Harley-Davidson Police Motorcycles

Author: Robert Genat
Publisher: Motorbooks
ISBN: 9780760300664
Category : Harley-Davidson motorcycle
Languages : en
Pages : 0

Book Description
Traces the evolution of Harley-Davidson's two-wheeled cruisers, from the first police motorcycles of the teens to the comeback of the eighties and nineties. Illus.

The Complete Book of Moto Guzzi

Author: Ian Falloon
Publisher: Motorbooks
ISBN: 0760367701
Category : Transportation
Languages : en
Pages : 275

Book Description
The Complete Book of Moto Guzzi: 100th Anniversary Edition, Every Model Since 1921, written by respected motorcycle expert Ian Falloon, offers enthusiasts a thorough review of Guzzi’s storied 100-year history via all of its production models. The oldest European motorcycle manufacturer in continuous production, Italy's Moto Guzzi has built some of the most iconic motorcycles ever produced. Established in 1921, the company is one of the most traditional motorcycle makers and also one of the most innovative. Carlo Guzzi's first engine design, a horizontal single, defined Moto Guzzi's road-going motorcycles for the company's first 45 years. In the 1950s, Moto Guzzi experienced tremendous success in Grand Prix motorcycle racing. Today, Moto Guzzi has a higher profile than ever, thanks to its popularity among enthusiast celebrities like Ewan McGregor. This new edition of The Complete Book of Moto Guzzi includes a 100th anniversary introduction, new photography, and additional pages to cover the newest models from 2018 to 2020. All of Moto Guzzi’s production models are covered in detail, including the groundbreaking Falcone, the V-8 Grand Prix racers, the V7 Sport, the Ambassador, the Eldorado, the Le Mans, the Daytona, right up to today’s the complete range of modern bikes including the V7, Griso, Stelvio, and V9. Celebrate a century of iconic Moto Guzzi machines, model by stunning model.

Gangs and the Military

Author: Carter F. Smith
Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield
ISBN: 1538135450
Category : Social Science
Languages : en
Pages : 293

Book Description
Over the past several decades, there has been a continuous and growing focus on street gangs, outlaw motorcycle gangs, and domestic extremist groups. Many of these groups have members with military training, and some actively recruit from current and former military veterans and retirees. That military experience adds to the dangerousness of veteran gang members, as well as those groups they associate with. Communities everywhere are experiencing the damaging impact of gang criminal behavior. By observing gang activity from the Revolutionary War to today Smith examines the presence of military-trained, often veteran, gang members in the communities. He looks at the turning points in gang investigations in the military, and also looks at the laws and policies designed to specifically counter the criminal activity the threats of gang activity pose on a community. Grounded in current knowledge and research, Gangs and the Military successfully addresses the growing presence of criminal gang members in the United States. As well as reflects on how the authorities that counter and combat them are doing so on a national and global level.

The Author Training Manual

Author: Nina Amir
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 1599637677
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
Languages : en
Pages : 257

Book Description
If you want to write a book that's going to sell to both publishers and readers, you need to know how to produce a marketable work and help it become successful. It starts the moment you have an idea. That's when you begin thinking about the first elements of the business plan that will make your project the best it can be. The reality is that you don't want to spend time and energy writing a book that will never get read. The way to avoid that is to create a business plan for your book, and evaluate it (and yourself) through the same lens that an agent or acquisitions editor would. The Author Training Manual will show you how to get more creative and start looking at your work with those high standards in mind. Whether you're writing fiction or non-fiction, or intend to publish traditionally or self-publish, author Nina Amir will teach you how to conduct an effective competitive analysis for your work and do a better job at delivering the goods to readers than similar books that are already on the shelf. Packed with step-by-step instructions, idea evaluations, sample business plans, editor and agent commentaries, and much more, The Author Training Manual provides the information you need to transform from aspiring writer to career author.

The Winged Wheel Patch

Author: Max Burns
Publisher: St. Catharines, Ont. : Vanwell Pub.
ISBN: 9780920277850
Category : Motorcycles, Military
Languages : en
Pages : 159

Book Description

Harley-Davidson WLA

Author: Robert S. Kim
Publisher: Schiffer Military History
ISBN: 9780764359248
Category : Harley-Davidson motorcycle
Languages : en
Pages : 0

Book Description
The story of an iconic model in the long history of Harley-Davidson motorcycles, the WLA, which was used by Allied forces during WWII, is told for the first time. Developed for the US Army's mechanized cavalry, it became the leading US military motorcycle of the war. It served the US armed services as a messenger and military police vehicle. The Red Army's motorcycle battalions, reconnaissance units of its tank armies, also used them as their primary vehicle. The armies of the Soviet Union, Canada, the United Kingdom, Australia, France, China, and Brazil also made use of the model and its variants. It is known today as the "Liberator"; discover the history and stories of individuals who rode this icon to war and why the model is now a favorite among civilian collectors.

The Complete Book of Moto Guzzi

Author: Ian Falloon
Publisher: Motorbooks
ISBN: 076036771X
Category : Transportation
Languages : en
Pages : 275

Harley-Davidson

Author: Hugo Wilson
Publisher: DK Publishing (Dorling Kindersley)
ISBN: 9780789435064
Category : Transportation
Languages : en
Pages : 48

Book Description
Featuring world-famous motorcycles from the 1900s to the present day, Harley- Davidson is the ideal pocket-sized guide for identifying these legendary bikes.

Harley-Davidson Collectibles

Author: Michael Dregni
Publisher: Voyageur Press (MN)
ISBN: 9780896583672
Category : Harley-Davidson motorcycle
Languages : en
Pages : 0

Book Description
Devoted totally to Harley-Davidson memorabilia, this book presents information on everything from watches, parts and clothing to motorcycle toys, race posters, and club pins. Historical photos and introductory text create a well-rounded account of the motorcycle and its stunning array of valuable and rare memorabilia. 200 color photos.