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Clymer Motocross Bikes Workshop Manuals http://merlinbooks.com/blog/?p=256 http://merlinbooks.com/blog/?p=256#comments Thu, 24 Jan 2013 13:15:57 +0000 Mike http://merlinbooks.com/blog/?p=256 M415

We’re updating the Clymer Manuals listings.

Starting with Yamaha & mainly off road & Motocross updated YZ125, YZ250, WR250, XT500 see here

]]> http://merlinbooks.com/blog/?feed=rss2&p=256 0 Honda CBR600RR 2007-12 Haynes Manual 4795 New http://merlinbooks.com/blog/?p=251 http://merlinbooks.com/blog/?p=251#comments Tue, 27 Nov 2012 14:03:01 +0000 Mike http://merlinbooks.com/blog/?p=251

Honda CBR600RR 2007-12
Haynes Workshop Manual

CBR600RR-7  599cc  2007
CBR600RR-8 599cc  2008
CBR600RR-9 599cc 2009
CBR600RR-A 599cc 2010
CBR600RR-B 599cc 2011
CBR600RR-C 599cc 2012
ISBN: 9781844257959
]]> http://merlinbooks.com/blog/?feed=rss2&p=251 0 The Vintage Motorcyclist’s Workshop by Radco reprinted http://merlinbooks.com/blog/?p=247 http://merlinbooks.com/blog/?p=247#comments Tue, 27 Nov 2012 13:57:49 +0000 Mike http://merlinbooks.com/blog/?p=247 Continue reading →]]>

The Vintage Motorcyclist’s Workshop
by Radco

First published in 1986, this book has become regarded as a classic and is being reissued by Haynes to meet popular demand. Presented in the format of a Haynes Manual, Vintage Motorcyclists’ Workshop is aimed at the amateur, who is encouraged to attempt almost every aspect of restoration work himself, within the confines of the home workshop. It is packed with detailed practical information and illustration compiled by a highly respected motorcycle restorer.

Hardback, 270 x 210mm, 256, 280 b&w
ISBN: 9780854294725

Chapter 1 Screw threads for the vintagent 6
Chapter 2 The cycle parts 22
Chapter 3 Engine work: The top half 47
Chapter 4 Engine work: The bottom half 82
Chapter 5 Transmission 106
Chapter 6 Carburation 125
Chapter 7 Electrics 155
Chapter 8 Paint work 194
Chapter 9 Electroplating at home 212
Chapter 10 The final touches 224
Index 245
]]> http://merlinbooks.com/blog/?feed=rss2&p=247 0 Classic Motorcycle Race Engines by Kevin Cameron http://merlinbooks.com/blog/?p=244 http://merlinbooks.com/blog/?p=244#comments Tue, 27 Nov 2012 13:54:30 +0000 Mike http://merlinbooks.com/blog/?p=244 Continue reading →]]>

Classic Motorcycle Race Engines

Expert technical analysis of the world’s great power units
By: Kevin Cameron
This authoritative book, elegantly written in highly digestible style by the foremost expert on the subject, provides in-depth analysis of classic motorcycle race engines spanning eight decades, from the 1930s Guzzi 500 120-degree twin to the latest Yamaha YZR M1 in-line four. Packed with technical detail, the book provides an absorbing insight into the technology employed in a wide variety of motorcycle engines, investigating the diverse approaches taken by various manufacturers over the years in the search for race-winning performance.
Hardback, 233 x 169mm, 408 pages, 30 colour, 30 mono illustrations
ISBN: 9781844259946
]]> http://merlinbooks.com/blog/?feed=rss2&p=244 0 BMW R1200 dohc (2010 – 12) Haynes Manual 4925 new http://merlinbooks.com/blog/?p=240 http://merlinbooks.com/blog/?p=240#comments Tue, 27 Nov 2012 13:21:00 +0000 Mike http://merlinbooks.com/blog/?p=240 New Manual on:

BMW R1200 dohc (2010 – 12)
Haynes Workshop Manual

R1200GS 1170cc 10 – 12
R1200GS Adv 1170cc 10 – 12
R1200RT 1170cc 10 – 12
R1200R 1170cc 11 – 12
ISBN: 9781844259250

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]]> http://merlinbooks.com/blog/?feed=rss2&p=240 0 Yamaha XT660 & MT03 2004-11 Haynes Manual http://merlinbooks.com/blog/?p=224 http://merlinbooks.com/blog/?p=224#comments Fri, 29 Jul 2011 13:26:55 +0000 Mike http://merlinbooks.com/blog/?p=224

Yamaha XT660 & MT03 2004-11 Haynes Manual

XT660X 660cc 04-11

XT660R  660cc 04-11

XT660Z Ténéré 660cc 09-11

MT-03 660cc 06-11

Hardback,  ISBN: 9781844259106 book 4910

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]]> http://merlinbooks.com/blog/?feed=rss2&p=224 0 Classic Japanese Motorcycle Guide http://merlinbooks.com/blog/?p=222 http://merlinbooks.com/blog/?p=222#comments Fri, 29 Jul 2011 13:21:51 +0000 Mike http://merlinbooks.com/blog/?p=222 Continue reading →]]>

Classic Japanese Motorcycle Guide 

By: Rod Ker

This is the definitive guide to Japanese bikes from the 1960s to the early 1990s, concentrating on mainstream, affordable models from the ‘big four’:

Honda, Kawasaki, Suzuki and Yamaha.

Fully illustrated throughout, the book provides a brief history of the Japanese motorcycle industry, its post-war rise and displacement of traditional British, European and American marques.

Specific bikes are then grouped and discussed in detail, providing an essential reference for buyers and enthusiasts alike.

“A great read for any two-wheeled history fan”Daily Express

Hardback, 233 x 169mm, 240 pages, 200 colour & 100 b&w illustrations

ISBN: 9781844253357   Book No: H4335

Buy it now at a discount

 

]]> http://merlinbooks.com/blog/?feed=rss2&p=222 0 The Ducati Story 5th Edition http://merlinbooks.com/blog/?p=220 http://merlinbooks.com/blog/?p=220#comments Fri, 29 Jul 2011 13:18:52 +0000 Mike http://merlinbooks.com/blog/?p=220 Continue reading →]]>

The Ducati Story (5th Edition)

Racing and production models from 1945 to the present day

By: Ian Falloon

Ian Falloon’s authoritative marque history covers every Ducati racing and production motorcycle, from the cheap post-war Cucciolo right through to model years 2010 and 2011

and celebrating the fabulous Desmosedici, Hypermotard, Streetfighter and 1200 Multistrada.

The fifth edition brings the story fully up to date.

‘wonderful…brilliant detail’ Daily Express

‘authoritative’ British Dealer News
Hardback, 270 x 210mm, 296 pages, 245 colour & 7 b&w illustrations

ISBN: 9780857330123   Book No: H5012

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]]> http://merlinbooks.com/blog/?feed=rss2&p=220 0 Mick Grant – Takin’ the Mick http://merlinbooks.com/blog/?p=215 http://merlinbooks.com/blog/?p=215#comments Fri, 29 Jul 2011 13:14:08 +0000 Mike http://merlinbooks.com/blog/?p=215 Continue reading →]]>

Mick Grant – Takin’ the Mick 

by Mac McDiarmid

Foreword by James Witham

Mick Grant, leading British motorcycle racer of the 1970s and 1980s, was a factory rider for Norton, Kawasaki, Honda and Suzuki.

He raced against Mike Hailwood, Barry Sheene and Giacomo Agostini, won three grands prix and seven TTs, and later worked in team management.

His book is packed with frank and funny stories about the great and the dodgy.

Hardback, 234 x 156mm, 320 pages, 30 colour & 15 b&w illustrations

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ISBN: 9781844257287  Book: H4728

]]> http://merlinbooks.com/blog/?feed=rss2&p=215 0 Building the Ultimate Adventure Motorcycle http://merlinbooks.com/blog/?p=213 http://merlinbooks.com/blog/?p=213#comments Fri, 29 Jul 2011 13:11:02 +0000 Mike http://merlinbooks.com/blog/?p=213 Continue reading →]]>

Building the Ultimate Adventure Motorcycle

The essential guide to preparing a bike for the journey of a lifetime 

By: Robert Wicks Foreword: Grant Johnson
For any aspiring adventure motorcycle rider, the biggest decisions are what bike to choose and how to go about kitting it out.

Though some of the top adventure bikes currently on sale could arguably roll off the showroom floor and carry you just about anywhere in the world, it is human nature to tweak,

enhance, customise and ultimately personalise your chosen machine before heading off.

From simple questions such as the choice of tyres and the preferred luggage system, to more complex options such as navigation and communication equipment, there are myriad choices.

This extensively illustrated practical book provides in-depth coverage on preparing an adventure motorcycle for the journey of a lifetime.
‘a detailled look at what to take, how to carry it, what to do with it, where to go’ Ride
Hardback, 270 x 210mm, 176 pages, 300 colour illustrations
ISBN: 9781844258369

Book No: H4836   Buy it now

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