This page overlaps somewhat with the page titled “ZE. Rollin’ and Tumblin’." That page had a short list of reasons why racers crash, with some of my own crashes used as example...
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This page overlaps somewhat with the page titled “ZE. Rollin’ and Tumblin’." That page had a short list of reasons why racers crash, with some of my own crashes used as example...
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Here is a book packed with good advice on how to find and maintain a Ducati Desmodue twin.
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Former world champion Casey Stoner is extremely critical of his former employer Ducati in a semi-recently published autobiography.
For the rest click HERE
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Road rash, grass stains and battle scars adorn these unique, historic relics. Assembled from the actual suits of MotoGP, WSBK and AMA stars, this is your chance to own a truly special piece of Alpinestars and motor sports history.
These limited edition books were handmade in Alpinestars’ race-specific factory in Northern Italy and each piece is unique. Stitched together using pieces from various suits, no two are the same.
To celebrate and acknowledge the anniversary, Alpinestars has released a hardcover, full color book documenting the past 50 years. The book is a chronological journey through five decades of motorsports and action sports achievement. Contributors include Alpinestars athletes and motorsports legends; Roger DeCoster, Kenny Roberts Sr., Randy Mamola, Rick Johnson, Jimmie Johnson, Michael Schumacher, Mick Doohan and Jeremy McGrath, as well as veteran motorcycle journalist Chris Jonnum.
Don't want the leather version? Same great book, no leather $45 HERE
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The Essential Guide to Motorcycle Travel is a highly acclaimed motorcycle touring guide book by Dale Coyner, it comes widely recommended and I’d strongly suggest grabbing a copy if you have any plans to spend some of your summer going cross country on two wheels.
The book is divided into four main sections:
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Thought this might come in handy for summer roadtrips. Even if you have your own system guides like this one generally have a new trick or two...
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talian Custom Motorcycles – The Italian Chop – Choppers, Cruisers, Bobbers, Trikes & Quads
Features
• The custom-built side of Italian motorcyclesNot for everybody but the first time we have seen a book focused on this side of the Italian bikes
Not for everybody but the first time we have seen a book focused on this side of the Italian bikes
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Chris Jonnum teamed with photographer Peter Harholdt to profile the 25 most important Ducatis ever for their beautiful new book.
If you only buy one Ducati book, this might be the one....
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Octane Press will soon be publishing the revised Ducati Belt-Drive Two-Valve Twins Motorcycle Restoration Guide to help enthusiasts while buying restoring or modifying post 79 Ducatis.
Ducati Belt-Drive Two-Valve Twins Motorcycle Restoration Guide is a hands-on guide designed to help enthusiasts ensure authenticity when buying, restoring or simply living with this special breed of Ducati motorcycles introduced in 1979. This guide specifically covers the 500/600/650SL, 750 F1, 750 Sport, 750SS, 900SS, Monster, along with other post '79 two-valve belt-drive Ducatis. The book includes key components and model specifications useful for ensuring originality and authenticity. Ian Falloon imparts rich historical context, practical details, and cautionary advice on specific Ducati models. The book also includes hundreds of photos illustrating mechanical detail and numerous sidebars suggesting model-specific modifications. Appendices identify valuable sources for the restorer as well as detailed model specifications. First published in 2000, this revised edition has been updated with new information for its 2012 release.
For more info click HERE
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New Book Tells History of Ducati in World Superbike The year 2011 marked the 25th anniversary of the creation of the first, of a now legendary line of Ducati Superbikes with their trademark Desmoquattro...
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The Althea Racing team publishes a commemorative book to celebrate the successes of the 2011 World Superbike Championship.
2011 proved to be a magical year for the Althea Racing team. Riding his Ducati 1198, Althea flagbearer Carlos Checa scored a double win at the opening round at Phillip Island, Australia and then went on to win an extremely impressive 15 of the season’s 26 races, clocking up a total of 21 podium finishes. Silverstone brought Carlos’ 100th race start in SBK, and at the very same round, the Spanish rider regaled Ducati with its 300th SBK race win....For the rest of this story: http://www.ducati.net/2012/05/althea-racing-team-publishes-our-best-lap-commemorative-book/
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When Ducati decided to officially withdraw their factory effort in World Superbikes at the end of 2010, but continue to support private teams, there was some massive complaining from offended fans, who blamed Gabriele Del Torchio for re-routing the funds for the team to hire an expensive Valentino Rossi (we know how that’s working out) in MotoGP, but by the end of the 2011 season all the mumblings were swept away as Althea Racing’s Carlos Checa went on to win the World championship title with Ducati scooping up the manufacturer’s title as well.
To celebrate the accomplishment, Althea Racing is releasing their official book this month,...For more and where to buy, click on the headline link above
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Motorcycle Racer and Writer Ed Milich Promotes Second Book “Fueled” with East Coast Tour
Ed Milich will be touring the East Coast of the US in support of his second book, Fueled (www.fueledbook.com), in April 2012.
Fueled embodies the author’s personal motorcycle road racing and wrenching experiences. The book, Milich’s second [after 2009’s Wrenched ( www.wrenchedbook.com)] is comprised of free verse and short stories about the passions and madness of racing: rusted motorcycles, crusted men, and how Milich won a race at Daytona on a $600 Moto Guzzi.
A flyer for the tour can be seen at http://slowdeath.net/Fueled/ECflyer.pdf
Ed Milich is a writer and championship-winning motorcycle road racer. He amassed a total of 16 race wins over the past six years at Daytona International Speedway’s Vintage Motorcycle Races.
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Book Description
Publication Date: November 15, 2011 (4th Edition)
This is the new fourth edition of a fabulous visual study compiled by one of the best bike racing journalists in the business. Compelling photographs and sharp narrative capture the larger-than-life character of Valentino Rossi both on and off the track. Rossi’s life is charted from his earliest days through to his domination of MotoGP, first with Honda, then with Yamaha, and now, for 2011, with Ducati to form a captivating all-Italian title challenge. This is a visual treat for all who appreciate Rossi’s talent and take on life in this age of conformist motorsport.
Amazon.com - $26.48
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Some of this is taken from Paul's wonderful book "Racing The Gods" which is a #1 new release in Amazon and for sale HERE