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Racing Classic Motorcycles: First You Have to Finish

by Andy Reynolds

Four decades on classic racing machines

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Four decades on classic racing machines

Andy Reynolds’s account spans his motorcycle racing career from 1976 to 2016, including competition on classic machines at well-known road-racing courses. The book brings the work behind racing into view: Reynolds built and maintained bikes, and machine preparation and mechanical failures figure prominently alongside accounts of success, friendships and the loss of racing companions. It also traces his move from riding to work as a machine scrutineer and sponsor. The scope reaches beyond the track to the practical demands and personal connections that shaped his involvement in classic motorcycle racing.

Good fit for readers who enjoy

  • Motorcycle enthusiasts interested in classic racing machines and road-racing courses.
  • Readers curious about motorcycle maintenance, race preparation and mechanical failures.
  • Those interested in a first-person account of a racing career spanning several decades.

Themes

Classic motorcycle racingMachine preparation and maintenanceFriendship and lossLife around road racing

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Book overview

The story of a classic motorcycle racer who was fortunate enough to be able to ride many of the best classic machines between 1976 & 2016, at the highest level, and on many of the most famous road racing courses in the world. There are tales of success, friendships, and the loss of racing pals. Machine preparation and mechanical failures feature heavily, and the story recounts the author's frustrations and joys. Andy Reynolds maintained and built many of the bikes he raced, and ultimately retired from riding to become both a machine scrutineer and a sponsor. All aspects of motorcycle racing are covered in the author's easy-to-read and entertaining narrative. Altogether a fascinating adventure story for any motorcycle enthusiast. Come into the world of Classic Racing Motorcycles - but bring your cheque book and medical insurance!

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