{"product_id":"the-complete-book-of-bmw-motorcycles-3rd-edition-every-model-since-1923-9780760397510","title":"The Complete Book of BMW Motorcycles, 3rd Edition: Every Model Since 1923","description":"\u003cb\u003eIn this stunningly illustrated volume, get a detailed year-by-year overview of every production machine ever built by Germany's top motorcycle manufacturer. \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eBMW launched its motorcycle dynasty in 1923 with the R32. From that first model to today's stunning M 1000 RR superbike, this book covers over 100 years of motorcycling excellence. Ian Falloon's detailed text is accompanied by historic photos from BMW's archive as well as contemporary images. Technical specs are provided for each model, and BMW's long racing history is discussed throughout. This revised and updated 3rd edition adds all models from 2021 to 2025, making it the most complete reference to BMW's models available. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eThis comprehensive source discusses all BMW bike families including: \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSide-valve machines from the pre-WWII era\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEarly overhead-valve performance bikes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eModern Airheads and Oilheads\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFour-cylinder and six-cylinder touring bikes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSingle-cylinder models\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe latest parallel twins, and inline-four-cylinder sport bikes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn addition to BMW's modern lineup, you'll find all the classic models that cemented the company's reputation--pre-World War II machines like the R5; the R12 that carried the Wehrmacht as it battled its way across Europe; the Earles-fork R69S; the R90S café racer; the K1 \"flying brick\"; the uber-successful GS (Gelände Sport) series that launched a dual-sport revolution, and today's world-class S 1000 RR superbike and retro-inspired R nine T. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ci\u003eThe Complete Book of BMW Motorcycles\u003c\/i\u003e is the most up to date and thorough guide to Germany's greatest motorcycle company.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eIan Falloon\u003c\/b\u003e was born in New Zealand and studied engineering and music at Victoria University, Wellington. He is one of the world's leading motorcycle historians and a regular contributor to motorcycle magazines worldwide including \u003ci\u003eClassic Bike\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eCycle World\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eTwo Wheels\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eMotorcycle Sport\u003c\/i\u003e, and \u003ci\u003eAustralian Motorcycle News\u003c\/i\u003e. Ian has authored more than fifty books to date, from his first title, \u003ci\u003eThe Ducati Story\u003c\/i\u003e, through histories of BMW, Honda, Kawasaki, and Moto Guzzi. His Motorbooks titles include \u003ci\u003eThe Complete Book of BMW Motorcycles\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eThe Complete Book of Ducati\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eThe Complete Book of Moto Guzzi\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eThe Complete Book of Classic and Modern Triumph Motorcycles\u003c\/i\u003e, and \u003ci\u003eThe Art of Ducati\u003c\/i\u003e. With an interest and passion spanning decades, Ian also collects and restores older motorcycles, including Ducati, MV Agusta, BMW, Laverda, and Moto Guzzi. He lives in Melbourne, Australia, and is supported in his projects by his family.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e","brand":"Motorbooks International","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51676265578770,"sku":"9780760397510","price":43.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0831\/4771\/8930\/files\/img_5d7f8207-0e95-499e-a5fd-e864ea646aea.jpg?v=1761050584","url":"https:\/\/surprise-castle.myshopify.com\/products\/the-complete-book-of-bmw-motorcycles-3rd-edition-every-model-since-1923-9780760397510","provider":"Surprise Castle","version":"1.0","type":"link"}