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BMW Motorcycle Books


BMW motorcycle books includes many hard-to-find books, magazines and owner's manuals for this popular German motorcycle.



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BMW manufactured its first motorcycle, the R32, in 1923.




LAUREL ALLEN & MARK GARDINER

BMW Racing Motorcycles: The Mastery Of Speed
2008 ISBN 1-884313-65-5

Here is the intriguing story of one of the world's most admired and enduring motorcycle companies, and how their fortunes were molded by a determination to win races.




KEVIN ASH

BMW Motorcycles: The Evolution Of Excellence
2006 ISBN 1-884313-57-4

This is the fascinating story of one of the world's most admired and enduring motorcycle companies. Early in the last century, driven by an obsession for quality and reliability, BMW applied the knowledge gained from its manufacture of airplane engines to build a breed of motorcycles that aimed a notch above the crowd.


BMW Motorcycles - The Ultimate Riding Machines
2001 ISBN 1-84222-273-2

BMW motorcycles stand for motorcycling in it purest form. This book is a celebration of a 77-year tradition of technological innovation and physical beauty.




ROY BACON

1994 ISBN 1-85778-039-6

This book tells the story of BMC motorcycles, their conservative progress linked to radical design in words and pictures, many in colour.


BMW Motorcycles: The Postwar Range With 1, 2, 3 Or 4 Cylinders
1997 ISBN 1-85579-027-0

The Illustrated History Of BMW Motorcycles
1995 ISBN 1-85648-168-9

1991 ISBN 1-85579-016-5

1984 ISBN 0-85045-699-1



R M CLARKE

BMW Motorcycles Gold Portfolio 1971 - 1976
1997 ISBN 1-85520-378-2

This volume contains 48 articles on BMW touring, R50/5, R60/5, R60/6, R75/6, R90/6 and R90S models. Including road test reports from such popular magazines as Cycle World, Motorcycle and Motorcycle Mechanics. Plus articles on new model reports, performance data, history, service notes, engine analysis, specs and tuning.




ROBERT CROUCHER

1982 ISBN 0-85059-416-2

This book is a collection of historical record, anecdote, reflection and commentary.




DON EMDE (Editor)

Legends: The BMW Battle Of The Legends, 1992-1996
1997 ISBN 0-9627434-2-9

Chronicling each of nine events in the series known as The BMW Battle of the Legends, as well as providing a look back at the illustrious racing careers of each of the 23 racing legends




IAN FALLOON

The BMW Story: Racing And Production Models From 1923 To The Present Day
2004 ISBN 1-85960-854-X

Here is the full story of the entire BMW road and racing machines, and the people who designed them, including classic machines such as the Kompressor, RS54, R69S, R90S, and R100RS, as well as the latest R1150 and K1200.


BMW Boxer Twins
2004 ISBN 1-85960-963-5

For nearly 80 years, shaft-drive boxer twins have traditionally formed the backbone of the BMW motorcycle line-up. For many enthusiasts of the Bavarian marque the classic BMW twin was the R90S of 1973-76.


BMW R90S
2006 ISBN 1-884313-56-6

Although in production for only three years, the R90S was the most significant post-war production BMW motorcycle.


BMW Boxer Twins 1970-1995 Bible
2009 ISBN 1-84584-168-9

Before the /5 series, BMW had a reputation for producing expensive and idiosyncratic touring motorcycles. But the /5 changed that.




MICHAEL FROSTICK

BMW: The Bavarian Motor Works
1976 ISBN 0-901564-20-6

The story from the early Decauvilles to the latest 300 range motor cars including much competition material and photos of BMW motor cycles from 1923 to 1975.




PETER GANTRIIS

The Art Of BMW: 85 Years Of Motorcycling Excellence
2008 ISBN 0-7603-3315-7

Brilliant, full-colour photographs of BMW's classic models and detailed descriptions of their features, all located within the context of a concise history of this legendary marque.




PETER HENSHAW

BMW GS: The Essential Buyer's Guide
2008 ISBN 1-84584-135-2

You'll discover all you need to know about the GS you want to buy. A working step-by-step through the bike's strengths and weaknesses. This book's unique points system will help you to place the bikes value in relation to condition whilst extensive photographs illustrate the problems to look out for.




DARWIN HOLMSTROM

BMW Motorcycles
2002 ISBN 0-7603-1098-X

This book covers the entire history of BMW motorcycle production, from the original R32 of 1932, through the war years, and into the twenty-first century.




F JAKOBS

1997 ISBN unknown

1998 ISBN unknown



STEFAN KNITTEL

BMW Motorcycle: Illustrated Buyer's Guide
1996 ISBN 0-7603-0082-8

Includes all models of the popular and collectible BMW motorcycles including the new R and K series.


1996 ISBN 3-613-87146-7

BMW motorcycles 1923 to 1939. German text.




FRANTISEK KORAN

2002 ISBN 8-08641-617-8

Photo manual for modellers or restorers.




HORST MONNICH

1991 ISBN 0-283-06090-5

The story of BMW's foundation and progress of the Bavarian Motor Works from 1916.




DON MORLEY & MICK WOOLLETT

1992 ISBN 1-85532-275-7



JANUSZ PIEKALKIEWICZ

BMW Motorcycles In World War II: R12/R75
1991 ISBN 0-88740-306-9

Over 220 photos show the various R12 and R75 types in various combat roles on all war fronts.




BRUCE PRESTON

BMW Motorcycles: The Complete Story
1997 ISBN 1-86126-005-9

Fully revised and updated, this work covers all of BMW's consistently acclaimed machines, from the boxer twins of the 1920's to the exciting K and R series, and new concept designs for the next century. Filled with a complete BMW company history and detailed technical analysis of the machines.




HANS-JURGEN SCHNEIDER

BMW GS: Adventure Motorcycle: A 30 Year Catalog
2009 ISBN 0-9796891-7-1

A complete technical, model-by-model, history of BMW's most popular motorcycle: the machine that invented the modern adventure touring activity.




L J SETRIGHT

1977 ISBN 0-85184-021-3

Excellent history of the origin and development of the BMW motorcycle. Begins with the first design in 1923, takes the reader through the company's ups and downs, management successes and disasters, includes lots of great B&W photos, diagrams, charts, performance specs, design information and much more.




ROLAND SLABON

1994 ISBN 0-87938-933-8

Whether a project consists of a complete, frame-up restoration or simply verifying details of a near-complete bike, this books will provide the accurate information enthusiasts demand. It offers thorough coverage of engines, suspensions, electrical systems, brakes, and details such as trim and accessories.




MICK WALKER

BMW: The Racing Story
2004 ISBN 1-86126-618-9

The BMW racing story is a fascinating tale of persistence and reward. Though initially unsuccessful in competition, the flat-twin-powered BMW motorcycle was steadily developed until it became a machine to be reckoned with.


BMW K-Series Motorcycles
1989 ISBN 0-85429-724-3

Written with Peter Dobson. This is the definitive book of the BMW K-Series, written with the full backing of BMW Munich. It traces the new model's history and development using much new material.


1998 ISBN 1-86126-153-5

In this comprehensive and well-written chronicle, Mick Walker, an authority on European motorcycles, tells the whole history of the manufacturer's production of these 'Twins'. All road and racing bikes, including models used by the military and police, are covered with complete specifications.




HUGO WILSON

BMW
1998 ISBN 0-7894-3508-X

Featuring world-famous motorcycles from the early 1920s to the present day, BMW is the ideal pocket-sized guide for identifying these legendary bikes.




MARK ZIMMERMAN

BMW Motorcycle Buyer's Guide
2003 ISBN 0-7603-1164-1

Whether an owner, prospective buyer, or simply a fan of these magnificent motorcycles, 'BMW Motorcycle Buyer's Guide' provides all the necessary details and information for evaluating and purchasing BMW motorcycles.




MAGAZINES

Various years and issues.


Collections of articles from Cycle World Magazines. Various years.




MANUALS

Dozens of BMW Motorcycle Manuals to be found here.


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