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The Art of BMW: 85 Years of Motorcycling Excellence

The Art of BMW: 85 Years of Motorcycling Excellence

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Author: Peter Gantriis
Creators: Fred Jakobs, Henry Von Wartenberg
Publisher: Motorbooks
Category: Book

List Price: $40.00
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Rating: 4.0 out of 5 stars 2 reviews
Sales Rank: 23218

Media: Hardcover
Edition: 1st
Pages: 192
Number Of Items: 1
Shipping Weight (lbs): 2.8
Dimensions (in): 10.9 x 9.2 x 0.9

ISBN: 0760333157
Dewey Decimal Number: 629
EAN: 9780760333150
ASIN: 0760333157

Publication Date: September 15, 2008
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Editorial Reviews:

Product Description

BMW began its life in aero-engineering--as anyone who’s ever ridden one of its motorcycles might guess. These are bikes as close to airborne as any get. And what’s more, fifty percent of all the motorcycles BMW has manufactured are still flying down the world’s roads. These are the best, and in this book, the best of the best get their due, with brilliant, full-color 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. From the first of BMW’s bikes, the R32, through the models that catapulted the company out of the ruins of World War II, to the latest bikes with the revamped opposed-twin-cylinder “boxer” engines that brought BMW its first fame--these are the bikes that made history, and, better yet, gave the most demanding riders a taste for flight.



Book Description

For 85 years BMW has been building some of the world’s best motorcycles--an accomplishment that this lavish book duly celebrates, with exquisite photographs and detailed descriptions of classic bikes, along with a concise history of the legendary company. From the first model, the R32, through the bikes that catapulted BMW out of the ruins of World War II, to the latest motorcycles with the revamped opposed-twin-cylinder “boxer” engines that brought the company its first fame--these are the bikes that made BMW great.




Customer Reviews:

3 out of 5 stars The Art of BMW   October 19, 2008
T. Mustapich (USA)
2 out of 2 found this review helpful

The bikes are wonderful, The photos are great but the print quality is poor.
I been in the printing biz for 30 years and to see a book with so many quality issues get shipped to a customer is upsetting. I guess for the money it's not bad but I would have paid more for better quality.



5 out of 5 stars Beautiful and informative! A must have! Perfect gift!   September 8, 2008
Robert Burns (Minneapolis, MN USA)
5 out of 5 found this review helpful

This book is a must have for any gear head, motorcycle fan, or fan of beautiful engineering. The art in this book is simply incredible, and even the most die hard fan will find out something they did not know.
I originally purchased this book intending it to be a gift, but have enjoyed it so much that I refuse to give this one away! Ordering more to give as gifts to friends and family!
I cannot recommend this item highly enough. Way beyond my expectations!