Island Racer is the worlds largest and best TT racing publication. Each year its 148 pages delivers the most incredible photos, articles and interviews with the modern gladiators who do battle on the worlds most punishing motorcycle course. 2023s Island Racer focuses on the biggest names and the fastest motorcycles that are taking on TT 2023 ......
When Leo Mason traded a career in advertising for a shot at becoming a professional photographer in 1974, he set four goals for his new life, declaring that it should be both fun and financially viable; that it must involve travelling the world, meeting interesting people; and that his photography must be just a little better than average. Leo ......
The Manx Grand Prix returned this year with a new look bringing with it some exciting racing.
And with top flight riders on some rapid classic machinery, the spectacle is on a par with the best TT races.
125+mph laps on 20 year old bikes from Michael Dunlop is something to behold.
The 2022 season thrilled fans with another action-packed championship which saw Bradley Ray, Jason OHalloran, Tarran Mackenzie, Glen Irwin, Lee Jackson, Kyle Ryde, Rory Skinner and Tommy Bridewell battle it out in the title fighter showdown.
The official review lets you relive all of the action in this enthralling re-telling of a ......
MOTOCOURSE 2022-23 47th YEAR OF PUBLICATION For lovers of two-wheeled motorsport, Motocourse stands alone as the leading yearbook covering the sport. Since its launch 1976 it has evolved through the decades into the most authoritative chronicle on the FIM motorcycling world and key national championships. The 20-race MotoGP championship ......
From the first race in 1922, the Ulster Grand Prix has been one of the most thrilling events in the international motorcycling calendar, attracting enormous crowds of spectators to watch the feats of the worlds great riders and machines. Now a century old, the UGP holds a special place in the hearts of fans across the world and here at ......
Following a three year absence, the return of the Isle of Man TT fuelled by Monster Energy in 2022 promised to be one for the history books and it certainly delivered.
From the exciting on-track battles between Michael Dunlop and Peter Hickman to the controversial tyre issues, TT 2022 was filled with plenty of drama and all the action ......
Following a three year absence, the return of the Isle of Man TT fuelled by Monster Energy in 2022 promised to be one for the history books and it certainly delivered.
From the exciting on-track battles between Michael Dunlop and Peter Hickman to the controversial tyre issues, TT 2022 was filled with plenty of drama and all the action ......
The International North West 200 made its much awaited return following a three year hiatus and the 2022 event gave fans all the adrenaline-fuelled action they could ever hope for.
A wet Thursday evening race session saw “King of the Triangle” Alistair Seeley add another two wins to his record, but with ......
During the 1950s, metal, grease, oil, leathers and attitude bucked tradition and sprouted a revolution in machine masculinity. Owning and riding a cafe racer was about elemental emotions, where the relationship between man and machine was visceral, born out of intuition and a unique vision that was thoughtful, intuitive and insightful. It was ......
This 2023 wall calendar features photos of a range of fantastic superbikes, including top models from Ducati and Kawasaki. Each monthly superbike image is accompanied by an informative description and a spacious date grid.
This visual biography explores the legendary career of motorcycle racer Valentino Rossi, including his victories, rivalries, and racing class transitions across Aprilia, Honda, Yamaha, and Ducati race bikes.
From the day he was born into a racing family on February 16, 1979, Valentino Rossi seemed destined for racing greatness. ......
Each year its 148 pages delivers the most incredible photos, articles and interviews with the modern gladiators who do battle on the worlds most punishing motorcycle course. 2022s Island Racer focuses on the biggest names and the fastest motorcycles that are taking on TT 2022 and uncovers the stories behind the headlines.
When it first appeared in 1992, Hondas CBR900RR FireBlade was a revelation. Light, agile and powerful, it broke the 750cc sportsbike mould with its 893cc engine and established the FireBlade legend.
Over the next three decades more than half a million FireBlades and Fireblades would be sold, making it one of the most successful ......
With a foreword by Carl Fogarty A worthy and fitting tribute to the King of the Roads - Irish News Joey Dunlops story is one of towering triumphs and desperate tragedies in almost equal measure. Born poor - dirt poor - with no running water, no electricity, he was the definition of the everyman hero, in what must be considered one of the worlds ......
A fascinating history of European motorcycle racing, going back to a period far removed from the world of Moto GP today: a time when many young men from all walks of life decided to give up their livelihoods in favour of earning their living by racing motorcycles on the dangerous public road circuits of the European Continent. It was a nomadic ......
Valentino Rossis announcement of retirement brings down the curtain on an incredible career in the MotoGP motorcycle world championships. With his nine titles, including seven in the premier class, he is widely regarded as the greatest motorcycle racer of all time, and his 26 seasons of Grand Prix racing make him unique across both motorcycling ......
MOTOCOURSE 2021-2022 celebrates its 46th year of publication! Bursting with over stunning colour photographs from the world’s finest photographers, MOTOCOURSE covers it all. Regarded worldwide as The Bible of Motorcycle Racing.
Scooter sales had already peaked in Britain by the mid-1960s - led by the likes of the Lambretta and Vespa. Originally designed as transportation for commuters, the scooter came to be seen more as a vehicle for leisure. Ownership shifted to the younger generation and their appetite for speed and power was insatiable. Shops appeared offering ......
Following in his late fathers footsteps, Tai Woffinden made his name as Britains most successful speedway rider ever. Known for his speed on the tracks and his quirky tattoos, he is a popular figure within the sport and beyond it. With a vast array of titles to his name, including youngest ever Grand Prix World Champion, achieved at the age of ......
AN EXCEPTIONAL READ - Motor Cycle News STUART BARKER IS TO WRITING WHAT VALENTINO ROSSI IS TO RIDING [...] A MUST-READ FOR ALL BIKE NUTS - DAILY MIRROR At high speed everything becomes more difficult and more beautiful. When youre racing at 180mph, the semi-bends become bends, the little holes become big holes, everything ......
Motoring and aviation enthusiast Vic Norman has led a remarkable life. A trip to the 1954 British Grand Prix left an indelible mark, and he went on to own some of the most coveted road and racing cars of all time. He also founded Rosso Racing, which restored and prepared competition Ferraris, but in the early 1980s his passion for aeroplanes ......
The World’s longest running road racing deserves a great history.
TT commentator and historian Dave Moore has collaborated with the production team to retell the story of the Isle of Man TT Races from inception to Peter Hickman’s stunning 135mph lap record.
Discover the stories behind legends like Jimmy Guthrie, Stanley ......
Buy the completely updated History of the TT 1907 - 2020 with two volumes of Dukes excellent Isle of Man TT Highlights audio CDs.
The newly updated History of the TT is narrated by TT commentator Dave Moore and brings the epic story of the Worlds oldest real road races right up to date.
The Sound Stories audio CDs were ......
Two all-time classic road racing films on one DVD!
The Road Racers goes behind-the-scenes and into the lives of road racers Frank Kennedy, Mervyn Robinson and Joey Dunlop. From the crackle of racing engines at full power during unofficial practice, to the spectacular riders-eye-view of racing on roads barely ......
COVID-19 stopped many road racing events across Britain, but it seems nothing can stop the Barry Sheene Classic.
Olivers Mount Racing did everything they could to ensure there was some real road racing action to enjoy, and the fans responded enthusiastically.
Lee Johnston, Dean Harrison, Tom Weeden and more put on thrilling ......
The Official British Superbike Championship Season Review covers each race from every round. This is a brilliant recap of another sensational year. Filmed from multiple positions around the tracks PLUS loads on HD onboard camera action exclusive to the DVD this is the 2021 BSB Championship as you havent seen it before.
Mike Hailwood was a true prodigy on a bike. In his stellar career he won 9 World Championship titles (all between 1961 and 1967) and a total of 14 Isle of Man TT Races.
His skills were held in such high regard that when Honda withdrew from World Championship motorcycle racing in 1968 they paid Mike to not ride for anyone ......
Enjoy the challenge of this stunning new puzzle from Duke.
1000 pieces of tricky trees, shadow, light grass and action to keep even the most experienced puzzlers busy!
This incredible shot by renowned motorcycle racing photographer Stephen Davison captures Michael Dunlop practising for the North West ......
MOTOCOURSE 2020-2021 celebrates its 45th year of publication - and despite the World pandemic throwing the sport into chaos, what a year it was for motorcycle racing!
In a thrilling MotoGP season, Marc Marquez and Honda were expected to be the dominant force once more, but an accident in the ......
The Official 2020 Bennetts BSB Season Review covers every race from this stunning season, including over 5 hours of high octane action with ex-racer and TV commentator, James Whitham, presenting the highlights of this season s hair-raising, fairing bashing, wheel-to-wheel, close encounters of the biking kind!
A classic superbike is a motorcycle which has universal appeal, regardless of your age or riding experience. Its the bike you dream of riding - or dream about having a dream about riding! Classic Superbikes are achingly desirable even to non-motorcyclists.
Relive the highs and lows of a thrilling WorldSBK season in the Official 2019 Yearbook, including round by round analysis of all three World Championship classes. Whether you are a fan of Kawasaki or Ducati, green or red, Rea or Bautista, 2019 had something for everyone and ultimately produced one of the greatest duels in WorldSBK history. A ......