The Moto Guzzi Story - 3rd Edition - Hardcover

Ian Falloon

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 1787111326 ISBN 13: 9781787111325

Publisher: Veloce Publishing Ltd., 2018

Synopsis

The story of Moto Guzzi is a story of survival. As one of Italy s oldest, and most legendary marques, Moto Guzzi had seen the height of success during the 1930s, and then the 1950s when they dominated 250 and 350cc Grand Prix racing. Their withdrawal from racing coincided with a period of stagnation until the company was sold to De Tomaso in 1973. During the 1970s the V7 Sport and Le Mans were at the forefront of the new superbike era, and later, with Dr John Wittner s help, embraced contemporary technology with the 1000cc Daytona. If one aspect characterises Moto Guzzi it is continuity. The great 500cc Falcone single ran from 1950 until 1976, and the V7, originally seeing the light of day in 1967, continued well into the 2010s. This continuity breeds loyalty, and Guzzi owners are a fiercely proud breed. Guzzis are not like other motorcycles, even Italian ones, and to qualify as a Guzzi owner requires a dedication and individuality that will be rewarded in a long term relationship.

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Review:

This book hits the coffee table with a real thud, and in it Ian Falloon successfully takes on the ominous task of telling the entire story of Moto Guzzi from its beginnings in 1921 right up to the present day. --Old Bike Mart

This latest edition brings us bang up to date with the inclusion of the V85 concept seen in Milan in 2017. This is not a model-by-model exposition of the marque but is presented in the form of chapters representing either an era or an iconic model from the Mandello factory. Thus, the author covers the early days, racing success, the V7 and derivatives, while the Le mans and the Dr John machines get a chapter each. There is a wealth of information here for anyone interested in Moto Guzzi. The financial state of the company as it went from owner to owner and the story of the V8 racer are especially interesting. I was surprised by how many historical nuggets were to be found and there are plenty of pictures. This would make a grand gift for anyone who has recently acquired a Guzzi. Or treat yourself. --Gambalunga

It is an excellent read and bang up to date, covering the still to be released V85 Adventure bike and with features on models and production details from 1921 to 2018. Virtually every question you could have about Guzzi's is answered. Whatever model you own you will enjoy this book. --Guzzi Parlante

About the Author:

One of the world's foremost motorcycle historians, Ian Falloon is the author of more than forty books on motorcycles. His other titles include The Ducati Story, Moto Guzzi Sport Bible, The Ducati 750 Bible, Ducati 900 Bible, Honda Story, Kawasaki Story, BMW Story, The Book of MV Agusta Fours, and Laverda Twin and Triple Bible. Other Moto Guzzi titles include Moto Guzzi Big-Twins Essential Buyers Guide and the Complete Book of Moto Guzzi. A freelance contributor a number of motorcycle magazines around the world, Ian Falloon was born in New Zealand but currently lives in Australia with his wife Miriam, and sons Ben and Tim.

About this edition

• Publisher: Veloce Publishing Ltd.
• Publication date: 2018
• ISBN 10: 1787111326
• ISBN 13: 9781787111325
• Binding: Hardcover
• Edition number: 3
• Number of pages: 288