Motorcycle Touring

Long Way Down
by Ewan McGregor and Charley Boorman

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Following the phenomenal success of Long Way Round, Ewan McGregor and Charley Boorman are back with a brand new adventure - this time riding the Long Way Down. From the northern most point of Scotland at John O'Groats to the Southern Most tip of Africa... (read more)
 
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General

Traffic: Why We Drive the Way We Do (and What It Says about Us)
by Tom Vanderbilt

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Would you be surprised that road rage has beneficial social effects? Or that you can gauge a nation's driving behavior by its levels of corruption? Or that traffic reporters can tell where a storm is heading by looking at traffic patterns? These are only... (read more)
 
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Motorcycles

Hell's Angels (96 Edition)
by Hunter S. Thompson

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"California, Labor Day weekend . . . early, with ocean fog still in the streets, outlaw motorcyclists wearing chains, shades and greasy Levis roll out from damp garages, all-night diners and cast-off one-night pads in Frisco, Hollywood, Berdoo and East... (read more)
 
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Motorcycle Buying

Vespa
by Davide Mazzanti

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From "Roman Holiday to "Quadrophenia, the Vespa scooter has long been a symbol of youthful independence as well as one of the most recognizable pop culture icons of the 20th century. Immortalized as a design classic, the ever-growing ranks of Vespa... (read more)
 
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Pictorial

Googie Redux
by Alan Hess

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Ignored, ridiculed, and disrespected, "Googie"-style architecture has become a neglected and mistreated relic. As an icon of mid-century progress and a representation of modernity and whimsy, it deserves to be appreciated. A gem published in 1985, now... (read more)
 
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Design

Racing Motorcycle: A technical guide for constructors (Volume 1)
by John Bradley

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Designing, building or modifying motorcycles for racing is a very time consuming and expensive process. Success depends on numerous factors, many of which are rarely discussed in detail. In this unique book, the author looks at engine characteristics... (read more)
 
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Repair and Maintenance

Auto Repair for Dummies
by Deanna Sclar

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Most of us don't know the first thing about the machines we're licensed to drive - and this can turn a ticket to freedom into a ticket to trouble. If you're like most people, you probably tend to drive around until something goes wrong with the car. You... (read more)
 
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Trucks and Buses

Some Turtles Have Nice Shells
by Roger Beck

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A book on handmade housetrucks and housebuses. This soft cover book is a collection of over 390 exterior and interior photographs, with descriptions and comments by this Oregon author. Includes construction sections showing the building of a housetruck... (read more)
 
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Green and Alternative

Zoom: The Global Race to Fuel the Car of the Future
by Vijay Vaitheeswaran

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Zoom goes zero to sixty in nothing flat. It's an exciting ride into the future of the world's favorite physical object, the automobile. -Gregg Easterbrook, author of THE PROGRESS PARADOX Zoom offers a new way to think about cars and energy that's key to... (read more)
 
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  1. Long Way Down by Ewan McGregor and Charley Boorman
  2. Traffic: Why We Drive the Way We Do (and What It Says about Us) by Tom Vanderbilt
  3. Race to Dakar by Charlie Boorman
  4. The Motorcycle Diaries (Movie Tie-In) by Ernesto Che Guevara
  5. Hell's Angels: A Strange and Terrible Saga by Hunter S Thompson
  6. Crap Cars by Richard Porter
  7. Transit Maps of the World by Mark Ovenden
  8. Motorcycle Journeys Through the Pacific Northwest by Bruce Hansen
  9. Vespa by Davide Mazzanti
  10. Googie Redux by Alan Hess

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Freedom Freedom
by Sonny Barger

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"Leadership Secrets of the Rogue Warrior" meets "The Art of War" in this unusual guide to life from a legendary Hell's Angel.... (read more)
 
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Standard Guide to 1950s American Cars Standard Guide to 1950s American Cars
by John Gunnell

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- Over 175 listings of major manufacturers from 1950-1959- Each listing contains information on the models produced, production numbers, and new features for the year- Contains 175+ vibrant color photos and ads... (read more)
 
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Volvo 240 Series, 1976-93
by Haynes

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Haynes offers the best coverage for cars, trucks, vans, SUVs and motorcycles on the market today. Each manual contains easy to follow step-by-step instructions linked to hundreds of photographs and illustrations. Included in every manual... (read more)
 
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History and Biography

High and Mighty: The Dangerous Rise of the SUV
by Keith Bradsher

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The longtime Detroit bureau chief for The New York Times lays bare the dangers posed by the most popular type of American family car: the sport utility vehicle. With a new epilogue by the author. SUVs have taken over America's roads. Ad campaigns... (read more)
 
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Racing

Driving with the Devil: Southern Moonshine, Detroit Wheels, and the Birth of NASCAR
by Neal Thompson

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Offering an fascinating look at the well-hidden historical connection between whiskey running and stock-car racing, Thompson reveals the dramatic, untold story of Southern moonshiners, their Ford V-8s, and the creation of NASCAR.... (read more)
 
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Buying and Selling Guides

Used Car Buying Guide 2008 (Consumer Reports Used Car Buying Guide)
by Consumer Reports

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Buying a used car is a greater risk than buying a new one, but can also be the best automotive deal around. The 2008 edition of Used Car Buying Guide will help anyone in the market get the best price – and minimize risk – when buying... (read more)
 
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Pictorial by Make

Collector's Originality Guide Corvette Sting Ray: 1963-1967 (Collector's Originality Guide)
by Tom Falconer

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For many Corvette enthusiasts, the world’s most enduring and successful sports car reached its zenith with the incomparable Sting Ray of 1963-1967. For those who collect, restore, or simply admire this peerless vehicle, this book provides a... (read more)
 
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Oversized Picture Books

Rods and Customs
by Bo Bertilsson

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Whether it’s a beefed-up V-8 or a lowered chop-top, a rockabilly ride or restored Model T, hot rods and custom cars drive the speed and style of car culture to a whole new plane. In a book that features some of the most beautiful rods and customs... (read more)
 
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