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talian Custom Motorcycles – The Italian Chop – Choppers, Cruisers, Bobbers, Trikes & Quads

Features

• The custom-built side of Italian motorcycles 
• See how iconic brands like Ducati and Moto Guzzi work as custom bikes
• Aimed at Italian bike aficionados, as well as lovers of custom bikes
• The first book of its kind
• Stunning photography of finished projects
• Owners’ stories and technical descriptions
• Refreshing change from the long-established Harley Davidson custom scene

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.

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Chris Jonnum teamed with photographer Peter Harholdt to profile the 25 most important Ducatis ever for their beautiful new book.

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

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.

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