Motocross racing pits man and machine against a jump-filled twisting dirt racecourse and 10 to 40 other riders. The first one to the chequered flag wins. In recent years, interest in the history of motocross has led restorers, collectors, and enthusiasts to resuscitate motocross-racing machines back to their original condition. In Motocross Racers, 30 significant examples of restored race bikes are profiled with stunning colour photography and detailed information about the machine’s race pedigree and historical significance. Author Ray Ryan, editor of VMX Magazine and one of the world’s vintage motocross experts, collected photographs of perfectly restored historic motocross models. The book includes: · Rickman Metisse · 1969 Hodaka Super Rat · 1975 Husky Mikkola Replica · Twin Port CZ’s of the 1960s. · 1973 Honda CR250 · 1981 Maico MC490 · Brad Lackey’s 1978 Honda RC450 · Mike Bell’s 1980 Yamaha OW40 · Johnny O’Mara’s 1980 Mugen 125W1 · Jeff Ward’s 1985 SR250 and 1992 KX250 With lavish photography of rare machines and in-depth information from an expert on the subject, Motocross Racers is unique look at one of America’s fastest-growing motorsports. Paperback 160 pages. |