Burris Rod (35 results)

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Condition: New. pp. 224.

Soft cover. Condition: Fair. Creasing to the covers on the corners and on some top page corners. Rubbing on spine ends and part of spine side edges. Motorbikes.

Hardback. Condition: Very Good. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Condition: new.

Condition: New. 2017. 3rd edition. Paperback. . . . . .

Paperback. Condition: New. The definitive development history of the most famous Velocette motorcycles, written by an acknowledged expert. Based on the author's earlier work, which was out of print for many years, this edition has been fully revised and updated, and includes the most comprehensive appendices ever published on this historic marque. As one critic said: 'THE best book about Velos - I know because I've got the lot. Go buy it.' Now reissued in paperback, due to popular demand.…

Condition: New. pp. 224 3rd edition NO-PA16APR2015-KAP.

Condition: New. pp. 224.

Paperback. Condition: Near Fine. Velocette never really did "ordinary." While other manufacturers chased bigger sales, louder advertising and ever-larger production numbers, Velocette quietly carried on building motorcycles with the sort of engineering sophistication that suggested someone in Birmingham had mistaken a motorcycle factory for a laboratory. The result was a range of machines that earned fierce loyalty from riders, bewilderment from accountants, and a permanent place in British motorcycling history. Velocette Motorcycles ? MSS to Thruxton by Rod Burris is a splendid tribute to one of Britain?s most respected marques, concentrating on the later singles and twins that carried the Velocette name through the post-war years. Published by Veloce Publishing in 2004, this well-researched volume charts the development of machines ranging from the dependable MSS to the legendary Thruxton, examining their engineering, production history, racing pedigree and enduring appeal among collectors. Richly illustrated with period photographs and detailed examples, it?s exactly the sort of book that encourages the innocent browser to spend "just five minutes" reading, only to emerge two hours later wondering whether they have room in the garage for another motorcycle. Rod Burris clearly understands that Velocettes occupy a rather special corner of the classic bike world. They weren?t built to be fashionable, and they certainly weren?t designed for people who regarded maintenance as somebody else?s problem. These motorcycles rewarded mechanical sympathy, regular fettling and an appreciation for beautifully executed engineering. In return, they delivered a riding experience that enthusiasts still speak about with the kind of reverence usually reserved for vintage wine or particularly good pubs. The famous Thruxton, of course, has become something of a legend. Winning races has a habit of improving a motorcycle?s reputation, but Velocette somehow managed to combine competition success with an almost stubborn refusal to become mainstream. It?s rather admirable, really. While the rest of the industry was busy chasing mass production, Velocette seemed content to produce motorcycles for people who valued craftsmanship over convenience and precision over popularity. This copy is in Near Fine condition, which means it has aged rather more gracefully than many of the motorcycles featured inside. The pages remain clean, the binding is tight, and there is little to distract from Burris?s engaging narrative and the wealth of photographs. It looks ready for many more evenings spent beside an armchair, a workshop bench or perhaps a half-finished restoration project that has already exceeded both its budget and its owner?s original timetable. Like every volume sold by Crappy Old Books , this isn?t merely a used book changing hands; it?s another piece of motoring history continuing its journey. Someone else has already enjoyed its pages, perhaps while planning a restoration, reminiscing about a long-sold machine, or convincing themselves that buying "just one more classic bike" was an entirely sensible financial decision. After all, Velocette motorcycles have always appealed to a certain kind of enthusiast. The sort who smiles at exposed valve gear, appreciates elegant engineering solutions, and regards the occasional afternoon spent adjusting tappets not as a chore but as quality time. This book understands those people perfectly. It also quietly reminds the rest of us that while perfection is all very well, character is infinitely more interesting?and few motorcycles possessed more character than a Velocette.…

Condition: New. 2017. 3rd edition. Paperback. . . . . . Books ship from the US and Ireland.

Paperback. Condition: New.

Paperback. Condition: new. Paperback. The definitive development history of the most famous Velocette motorcycles, written by an acknowledged expert. Based on the author's earlier work, which was out of print for many years, this edition has been fully revised and updated, and includes the most comprehensive appendices ever published on this historic marque. As one critic said: 'THE best book about Velos - I know because I've got the lot. Go buy it.' Now reissued in paperback, due to popular demand. The definitive development history of the most famous Velocette motorcycles, this third edition includes updated information and the most comprehensive appendices ever published on this historic marque. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.…

Paperback / softback. Condition: New. New copy - Usually dispatched within 4 working days.

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Softbound. Condition: Fine(1). A development history of the Miss, Venom, Viper, Thruxton and Scrambler models. Illustrated by: .

Hard Cover. Condition: Very Good. Dust Jacket Condition: Very Good. 1st Edition. Hardback with dust-wrapper. 25.5cm x 21.5cm. 160pp. Numerous b&w plates. 1st edition 2000. A little wear to d/w. A very decent copy. (a2).

Condition: very good. Gut/Very good: Buch bzw. Schutzumschlag mit wenigen Gebrauchsspuren an Einband, Schutzumschlag oder Seiten. / Describes a book or dust jacket that does show some signs of wear on either the binding, dust jacket or pages.

Soft cover. Condition: As New. Almost as new.

Broché. Condition: Neuf.

Hardcover. Condition: Near Fine. Dust Jacket Condition: Near Fine. 3rd Edition. "New third edition." Near Fine- bumped hardback in a Near Fine- bumped jacket, now protected in a Brodart. A clean, superficially worn copy.

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Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. Dust Jacket Condition: Very Good. New Third Edition. :: Comprehensive chronicle & technical analysis of Velocette Motorcycle development from 1905 to 1971. :: Covers MSS, Viper, Venom, MSS Scrambler, Endurance, Venom Clubman, Viper Clubman, Viper Special, Venom Special & Venom Thruxton. :: Includes model identification and production codes, production figures & specifications. :: Over 400 colour & mono illustrations. :: Bound in publisher's black paper-covered boards, title, author, and publisher lettered upon spine in gold. Square Quarto (10 1/16 x 10 1/16 inches; 256 x 256 millimeters). 224 pages. Grade: Very Good-, in a Very Good- dust jacket. Both book and dust jacket have moisture stain at crown, other small stains. Bit of bumping at foot of spine. Please examine our photographs.…

Hardcover. Condition: As New. Excellent with no marks or DJ splits.

Paperback. Condition: new. Paperback. The definitive development history of the most famous Velocette motorcycles, written by an acknowledged expert. Based on the author's earlier work, which was out of print for many years, this edition has been fully revised and updated, and includes the most comprehensive appendices ever published on this historic marque. As one critic said: 'THE best book about Velos - I know because I've got the lot. Go buy it.' Now reissued in paperback, due to popular demand. The definitive development history of the most famous Velocette motorcycles, this third edition includes updated information and the most comprehensive appendices ever published on this historic marque. Shipping may be from our Sydney, NSW warehouse or from our UK or US warehouse, depending on stock availability.…

Paperback. Condition: new. Paperback. The definitive development history of the most famous Velocette motorcycles, written by an acknowledged expert. Based on the author's earlier work, which was out of print for many years, this edition has been fully revised and updated, and includes the most comprehensive appendices ever published on this historic marque. As one critic said: 'THE best book about Velos - I know because I've got the lot. Go buy it.' Now reissued in paperback, due to popular demand. The definitive development history of the most famous Velocette motorcycles, this third edition includes updated information and the most comprehensive appendices ever published on this historic marque. Shipping may be from our UK warehouse or from our Australian or US warehouses, depending on stock availability.…

Hardcover. Condition: As New. Dust Jacket Condition: Fine. Revised Second Edition. 160pp., Pictorial full colour photographic dustjacket with small closed tear and hint of rubbing to upper spine-end- covered in removable protective clear plastic, black papered boards with silver text to spine, black eps., inscribed & signed to half-title page "To Allen- With thanks for awaking the past and enlivening the present- Rod- Tutshill April 2007", ack. & foreword by Rod Burris- signed "Rod Burris", intro., col. & b/w plts. & illust. & text, col. photographs, diags., tables, specs., bibliog., index. Based on an earlier work, long out of print, this new book is packed with additional information and many more illustrations, and is the definitive development history of the most famous of the Velocette motorcycles. Size: Quarto. Book.…

Paperback. Condition: New. The definitive development history of the most famous Velocette motorcycles, written by an acknowledged expert. Based on the author's earlier work, which was out of print for many years, this edition has been fully revised and updated, and includes the most comprehensive appendices ever published on this historic marque. As one critic said: 'THE best book about Velos - I know because I've got the lot. Go buy it.' Now reissued in paperback, due to popular demand.…

Hardcover. Condition: Fine. Dust Jacket Condition: Fine. 3rd Edition. "First published in 2000 and reprinted in 2002. Revised edition printed in 2004. This third edition published in June 2010" stated. Fine hardback in fine dust jacket (£39.99 UK / $79.95 USA) on rear panel. Only trivial, if any signs of age/wear/previous use to book and dust jacket.…

Hardcover. Condition: Near Fine. Near Fine. Still in publisher's shrinkwrap. Hard cover published by Veloce Publishing in 2010. Book and dust jacket are in fine condition. 3 lb.; Square Small 4to 9" - 11" tall.