Motor Cycling - A History of the Early Motorcycle - by John H Wyatt (Paperback)
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About this item
Highlights
- Originally published in 1925, this book is a fascinating history of the early motorcycle.
- Author(s): John H Wyatt
- 110 Pages
- Transportation, Motorcycles
Description
About the Book
This book is a detailed guide, packed with photos and diagrams, and of much interest to any motorcycle enthusiast.Book Synopsis
Originally published in 1925, this book is a fascinating history of the early motorcycle. This book is a detailed guide, packed with photos and diagrams, and of much interest to any motorcycle enthusiast. Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900s and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. Hesperides Press are republishing these classic works in affordable, high quality, modern editions, using the original text and artwork. Contents include Historical and Introductory: Early Aspirations: Engine Position, Pedalling Gear, Quads. The Choice of a Mount: Speed, Weight, Price, New or Second Hand, Single or Twin. The Prime Mover: The Four-Stroke Engine, The Four Stroke Valve and Ignition etc. Carburetion and Ignition Engine Suction, Automatic or Two Lever Carburettors, Reliability of Magnetos. Frame-Design and Cycle Parts: Diamond and Loop Frames, Spring Frames and Forks etc. Variable Gears and Transmission: Two, Three or Four Speeds, Gear Boxes etc. Passenger Machines: Trailer, Four Car, Tri Car, Side Car etc. Accessories, Spares and Tools: Lamps, Dynamo, Lighting Outfits, Speedometers etc. Driving and Up Keep: Starting the Engine, Gear Changing etc Troubles on the Road: Refusal to Start, Choked Petrol Pipe or Jet etc. Touring and Reliability Trials: Motor Cycling Club Trials, Stock Machine Trial, Scottish Six Days, Ascent of Snowdon. Motor Cycle Racing Notable Motor Cycles Motor Cycle Records.Dimensions (Overall): 8.5 Inches (H) x 5.5 Inches (W) x .27 Inches (D)
Weight: .33 Pounds
Suggested Age: 22 Years and Up
Number of Pages: 110
Genre: Transportation
Sub-Genre: Motorcycles
Publisher: Read & Co. Books
Format: Paperback
Author: John H Wyatt
Language: English
Street Date: July 28, 2006
TCIN: 86992865
UPC: 9781406797503
Item Number (DPCI): 247-17-9733
Origin: Made in the USA or Imported
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Estimated ship dimensions: 0.27 inches length x 5.5 inches width x 8.5 inches height
Estimated ship weight: 0.33 pounds
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