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60s Speed: The Golden Age of Motorcycle Grand Prix Racing

60s Speed: The Golden Age of Motorcycle Grand Prix Racing - Hardcover

by Chris Pereira
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Availability:In StockContributor:Chris PereiraPublish date:3/10/2026Pages:176
Language:EnglishPublisher:Veloce PublishingISBN-13:9781836440758ISBN-10:1836440758UPC:9781836440758Book Category:TransportationBook Subcategory:Automotive, MotorcyclesBook Topic:HistorySize:9.84 x 8.27 x 0.71 inchesWeight:1.8122Product ID:SC8NF3KDHA

Sixties Speed is an authoritative and vividly illustrated chronicle of the 1960s -- a thrilling decade that reshaped motorcycle Grand Prix racing. This period was a bridge between the tradition of four-stroke dominance and the incoming two-stroke revolution, where over fifty makes of motorcycle battled for supremacy across some of the world's most legendary circuits.

The book captures the intensity and innovation of this golden age with in-depth seasonal coverage, behind-the-scenes stories, technical charts, rider statistics, and stunning photography. From Honda's rise to the fierce rivalry between riders like Hailwood, Agostini, Read, and Ivy, Sixties Speed brings to life the machines, the men, and the moments that defined an era.

Featuring a foreword by former GP star Tommy Robb and the expert perspective of racer-turned-historian Chris Pereira, this is a must-have for any motorsport enthusiast.

Previously published as Motorcycle GP Racing in the 1960s.
Language:EnglishPublisher:Veloce PublishingISBN-13:9781836440758ISBN-10:1836440758UPC:9781836440758Book Category:TransportationBook Subcategory:Automotive, MotorcyclesBook Topic:HistorySize:9.84 x 8.27 x 0.71 inchesWeight:1.8122Product ID:SC8NF3KDHA
Born in Sri Lanka, Chris Pereira developed a passion for motorcycle racing at an early age, inspired by his father's English motorcycle magazines. In the UK, he worked with racing dealer Arthur Taylor, attended major races, and raced competitively throughout the 60s, later participating in Vintage and Classic events. He competed in the 1984 Classic Manx Grand Prix and contributed extensively to the historical record of motorcycling through articles and books. He spent his later years in Berkshire with his wife Sondra.
Publisher: Veloce Publishing

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