{"product_id":"60s-speed-the-golden-age-of-motorcycle-grand-prix-racing-9781836440758","title":"60s Speed: The Golden Age of Motorcycle Grand Prix Racing","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eSixties Speed\u003c\/i\u003e is an authoritative and vividly illustrated chronicle of the 1960s -- a thrilling decade that reshaped motorcycle Grand Prix racing. This period was a bridge between the tradition of four-stroke dominance and the incoming two-stroke revolution, where over fifty makes of motorcycle battled for supremacy across some of the world's most legendary circuits. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eThe book captures the intensity and innovation of this golden age with in-depth seasonal coverage, behind-the-scenes stories, technical charts, rider statistics, and stunning photography. From Honda's rise to the fierce rivalry between riders like Hailwood, Agostini, Read, and Ivy, \u003ci\u003eSixties Speed\u003c\/i\u003e brings to life the machines, the men, and the moments that defined an era. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eFeaturing a foreword by former GP star Tommy Robb and the expert perspective of racer-turned-historian Chris Pereira, this is a must-have for any motorsport enthusiast. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cb\u003ePreviously published as \u003ci\u003eMotorcycle GP Racing in the 1960s\u003c\/i\u003e.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e Chris Pereira\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e Veloce Publishing\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 03\/10\/2026\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 176\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eBinding Type:\u003c\/b\u003e Hardcover\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 1.81lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e 9.84h x 8.27w x 0.71d\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN:\u003c\/b\u003e 9781836440758\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eReview Citation(s): \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003eLibrary Journal\u003c\/i\u003e 02\/01\/2026 pg. 77\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBorn in Sri Lanka, Chris Pereira developed a passion for motorcycle racing at an early age, inspired by his father's English motorcycle magazines. In the UK, he worked with racing dealer Arthur Taylor, attended major races, and raced competitively throughout the 60s, later participating in Vintage and Classic events. He competed in the 1984 Classic Manx Grand Prix and contributed extensively to the historical record of motorcycling through articles and books. He spent his later years in Berkshire with his wife Sondra.\u003cbr\u003e","brand":"booksdeli.com","offers":[{"title":"Chris Pereira \/ Hardcover \/ English","offer_id":47808908361885,"sku":"9781836440758","price":47.34,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0619\/5648\/9373\/files\/img_14d30962-fb87-47d3-a94e-51d24c2c30af.jpg?v=1775555431","url":"https:\/\/booksdeli.com\/products\/60s-speed-the-golden-age-of-motorcycle-grand-prix-racing-9781836440758","provider":"booksdeli.com","version":"1.0","type":"link"}