Synopsis "An Illustrated Directory of Military Motorcycles"
The armies of the world have used literally hundredsof different motorcycles over the last 100 years, withmany companies succeeding and then disappearing.This book focuses on 160 of the most important militarymotorcycles, showing the incredible diversity of thetypes. Detailed specification boxes include countryof origin, type, manufacturer, production date, engine,transmission, suspension, brakes, dimensions andperformance.With over 320 rare and previously unseenphotographs, this highly illustrated reference bookprovides enthusiasts and historians with key informationabout these diverse and multi-tasking machines. • A complete guide to over 160 of the most significantmachines, including well-known makes such asHarley-Davidson and Indian from the USA; Norton,BSA, Matchless and Royal Enfield from the UK; BMW,NSU and Zündapp from Germany; and other famousmanufacturers from around the world, such asHusqvarna, Kawasaki and Peugeot • Specification panels provide at-a-glance informationabout each motorcycle's name, country of origin, type,manufacturer, production date, engine, transmission,suspension, brakes, dimensions and performance • Features over 320 photographs illustrating each type,including commissioned work and many rare and unseenphotographs from archives, museums and privatecollections all over the world
