Synopsis
A historical survey of motorcycle helmet design and culture from the 1930s through the 1990s.
This comprehensive reference traces the evolution of motorcycle helmets from early leather pilot’s caps and “pudding-style” designs to molded plastic jet-age helmets and the full-coverage models introduced in the 1950s. Illustrated with full-color photography, vintage advertising, racing images, and promotional materials, the book documents technical advances, decorative styles, and cultural changes in motorcycling. Major manufacturers worldwide are represented, with examples that highlight both performance and design innovation.
Key Features:
- Full history of motorcycle helmets from the 1930s to the 1990s
- Coverage of major international helmet manufacturers
- Over 400 color photographs, vintage ads, and racing images
- Examples range from early leather caps to Bell’s 1954 full-coverage models
- Analysis of both technical construction and cultural symbolism
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About the Author
Rin Tanaka is a motorcycle historian and enthusiast. He resides in California.
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Hardcover. Condition: new. Hardcover. The motorcycle helmet has encountered much resistance from bikers who cherish the sense of freedom they get when riding without one. At the same time, the design revolutions it has undergone since its introduction in the 1930s have made it as much a part of the motorcycle culture as the leather jacket. Here the whole history is traced, from the ancient beginnings in warrior's helmets to the jet age molded plastic designs of the late twentieth century. All of the world's major manufacturers are covered, and their helmets are illustrated in detailed full color photographs. In addition, the author has included vintage advertising, racing photographs, and promotional materials. _x000D_You will see the early football style helmets, leather pilot's caps, "pudding-style" helmets, the Air Force inspired full-coverage helmets introduced by Bell Auto Parts in 1954, and the continuing evolution up to the end of the century. Both technical and decorative aspects are considered, along with the changing culture around motorcyclists. _x000D_For the motorcycle enthusiast and collector, or those interested in a significant design movement, this book will both entertain and inform. AUTHOR: Rin Tanaka is a motorcycle historian and enthusiast. He resides in California. The history of the motorcycle helmet, from the ancient beginnings in warriors helmets to the jet age molded plastic designs of the late twentieth century. All of the worlds major manufacturers are covered, and their helmets are illustrated in detailed full color photographs. In addition, the author has included vintage advertising, racing photographs, and promotional materials. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability. Seller Inventory # 9780764316395
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Hardback. Condition: New. A historical survey of motorcycle helmet design and culture from the 1930s through the 1990s. This comprehensive reference traces the evolution of motorcycle helmets from early leather pilot's caps and "pudding-style" designs to molded plastic jet-age helmets and the full-coverage models introduced in the 1950s. Illustrated with full-color photography, vintage advertising, racing images, and promotional materials, the book documents technical advances, decorative styles, and cultural changes in motorcycling. Major manufacturers worldwide are represented, with examples that highlight both performance and design innovation. Key Features: Full history of motorcycle helmets from the 1930s to the 1990sCoverage of major international helmet manufacturersOver 400 color photographs, vintage ads, and racing imagesExamples range from early leather caps to Bell's 1954 full-coverage modelsAnalysis of both technical construction and cultural symbolism A definitive resource for motorcyclists, collectors, and enthusiasts of design history. Seller Inventory # LU-9780764316395
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