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.

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 Ultimate Motorcycle Book

Author: Hugo Wilson
Publisher: DK Publishing (Dorling Kindersley)
ISBN: 9780751300437
Category : Motorcycle racing
Languages : en
Pages : 192

Book Description
A one-of-a-kind compendium of motorcycles for the veteran, mid-level rider, or rank beginner with major dreams. Over 100 classic, celebrity, and experimental bikes are showcased, from those of Lawrence of Arabia to the world's fastest production bike. Over 850 full-color photos.

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!

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 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.

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.

The Best Bar Trivia Book Ever

Author: Michael O'Neill
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
ISBN: 1440579482
Category : Reference
Languages : en
Pages : 256

Book Description
The ultimate guide to becoming a bar trivia champion! Which NBA coach coined and trademarked the term "threepeat"? Which animal has four knees? Which famous candy bar is named for a U.S. president's daughter? Brimming with answers to popular questions like these, The Best Bar Trivia Book Ever arms you with the knowledge your team needs to annihilate your bar trivia competition. This must-have guide features hundreds of facts, covering everything from sports and pop culture to history and science, so that you're always ready to deliver the ultimate trivia smackdown. You'll also get all the ins and outs of your favorite event with information on important bar trivia rules, assembling a team, and claiming victories week after week. Whether you're new to the scene or want to dominate at your local bar, this book will help your team outsmart the competition every single week!

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.

Automotive Questions & Answers

Author: Eliot W. Aaron
Publisher: Trafford Publishing
ISBN: 1426978839
Category : Transportation
Languages : en
Pages : 121

Book Description
Test your knowledge with the Automotive Questions & Answers trivia book. See what you know about our vast American automotive, racing and Harley-Davidson history. Try to beat the clock by entering the quiz located in the back of the book. Your answers will be mailed only by the United States Postal Service. You will have to provide the sales receipt when you send in your answers. The winner will be determined by who finished their Quiz in the quickest amount of time. Your determination will be times by the date of purchase and the Post Office Stamp on the envelope. Fed Ex can only be used for contestants not residing in the United States. Entries must be turned in before December 20, 2006, and for persons purchasing the book after December 20, 2006, your deadline will be December 20, 2007.