{"product_id":"velodrome-racing-and-the-rise-of-the-motorcycle-9781476681436","title":"Velodrome Racing and the Rise of the Motorcycle","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003eThe motorcycle was an innovation to help bicycle racers go faster, with riders reaching speeds up to 100 kph on bikes and trikes without brakes, suspensions, or gear boxes. This book chronicles the individuals and events that led to the development of motor-powered two-wheelers. \u003c\/blockquote\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFormat\u003c\/strong\u003e: Paperback \/ softback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLength\u003c\/strong\u003e: 429 pages\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublication date\u003c\/strong\u003e: 28 February 2022\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublisher\u003c\/strong\u003e: McFarland \u0026amp; Co  Inc\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe motorcycle, a hybrid machine that drew power from steam, electricity, or internal combustion, emerged as a groundbreaking innovation to enhance the performance of bicycle racers. With the advancement of motor age technology, the pursuit of heightened speed on the velodrome reached its zenith, witnessing riders achieving remarkable speeds of up to 100 kph on bikes and trikes, defying the limitations of brakes, suspensions, and gearboxes. This captivating book delves into the pivotal individuals and events that shaped the development of motor-powered two-wheelers during the turn of the 20th century.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe motorcycle, a remarkable hybrid vehicle, evolved as a groundbreaking innovation to boost the speed of bicycle racers. As motor age technology advanced, the relentless quest for greater velocity on the velodrome reached its peak, with riders pushing the boundaries of speed by reaching astonishing speeds of up to 100 kph on bikes and trikes, defying the constraints of brakes, suspensions, and gearboxes. This captivating book takes readers on a journey through the turn of the 20th century, exploring the pivotal individuals and events that shaped the development of motor-powered two-wheelers.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe motorcycle, a remarkable fusion of power sources, emerged as a groundbreaking innovation to propel bicycle racers to new heights of speed. With the relentless advancement of motor age technology, the pursuit of unparalleled velocity on the velodrome reached its zenith, witnessing riders achieving astonishing speeds of up to 100 kph on bikes and trikes, defying the limitations of brakes, suspensions, and gearboxes. This captivating book delves into the pivotal individuals and events that shaped the development of motor-powered two-wheelers during the turn of the 20th century, offering a fascinating glimpse into the world of automotive engineering and innovation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e: 780g\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimension\u003c\/strong\u003e: 178 x 255 x 28 (mm)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eISBN-13\u003c\/strong\u003e: 9781476681436\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"R.K. Keating","offers":[{"title":"Paperback \/ softback","offer_id":44346651836666,"sku":"9781476681436","price":47.55,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0522\/4297\/2845\/products\/1689332974859_book.jpg?v=1689353655","url":"https:\/\/shulphink.com\/products\/velodrome-racing-and-the-rise-of-the-motorcycle-9781476681436","provider":"Shulph Ink","version":"1.0","type":"link"}