1995 The Encyclopedia of the Motorcycle Hardback Book New - $30 (Tacoma)

1995 The Encyclopedia of the Motorcycle Hardback Book New Old Stock By Hugo Wilson An extensive reference features a photograph gallery of classic motorcycles, a manufacturer listing that profiles every maker in the industry, design blueprints for special models, and production histories. 40,000 first printing. This is primarily a visual reference of approximately 400 noteworthy or memorable international motorcycle makes, ranging from the earliest models to modern exotic specialty machines. The classic quality of many models is captured in richly colored, finely detailed photographs that invite nostalgia and evoke the sounds and smells peculiar to motorcycles. Companion text, though sparse, gives a bit of each model's history and its significant or innovative features. All this is augmented by an exhaustive annotated directory of all motorcycles known to have been manufactured worldwide; more than 3000 makes are attributed here, surpassing the number found in prior encyclopedic works and making this a valuable checklist. The volume falls short of functioning as a technical reference or a historical overview of motorcycling, but as a visual reference, it is superb. Copyright 1995. Collectible $30 firm