The story of a classic motorcycle racer who was fortunate enough to be able to ride many of the best machines from the period, at the highest level, and on many of the most famous road racing courses in the world. There are tales of success, friendships, and the loss of racing pals. Machine preparation and mechanical failures feature heavily, and the story recounts the author's frustrations and joys. Andy Reynolds maintained and built many of the bikes he raced, and ultimately retired from riding to become both a machine scrutineer and a sponsor. All aspects of motorcycle racing are covered in the author's easy-to-read and entertaining narrative, and it is a fascinating read for any motorcycle enthusiast. Come into the world of Classic Racing Motorcycles - but bring your cheque book and medical insurance!
Andy Reynolds was born in London in 1948 and attended Grammar School in Harrow. In 1964 he took up an engineering apprenticeship. Deciding to leave industry in 1976, he joined the Hertfordshire Constabulary, serving in the Traffic Department and as a Scenes of Crime Officer. He still lives in Hertfordshire. Between 1976 and 2016 Andy also raced classic bikes, including Aermacchi, Seeley AJS and Matchless, Petty Norton, Manx Norton, BMW, Velocette, Paton, Honda K4, and Norton - JAP on real road and race-track circuits all over the UK and Europe. Andy lapped the TT course at over 100mph in practice for the 2008 Senior Classic Manx Grand Prix, and finished 3rd in the 2009 Senior Classic MGP. Andy was best known for his machine preparation, which brought the reliability that enabled him to finish in all but five of the 39 Isle of Man races that he entered.
Title: Racing Classic Motorcycles: First you have to finish
Author: Andy Reynolds
ISBN: 9781787114814
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Publisher: Veloce Publishing Ltd
Publication Date: 2020-02-01
Number of Pages: 240
Weight: 0.3801 kg
The book is an exciting adventure about one man and his passion for racing classic motorcycles ... - Classic Trial Magazine. --- it is one of the best books ever written about racing at grass roots level and something of a bargain at GBP15.99. - Ian Kerr --- a fascinating read for any motorcycle enthusiast ... It is a personal account of one man's dedication and ambition - which he achieved. - Fishtail --- The book is thick on detail which paints an interesting picture of life in the past half century, and is well written and easy to read. Anyone with even a slight interest in the Classic Racing world will find it great entertainment. Old Bike Australasia --- a true-to-life story told with humor, clarity, and passion. Reynolds is relatable to everyone who rides and is inspirational to anyone who longs to give racing of about any type a try. - Ultimate MotorCycling --- Wow, this is quite a book! ... RCM is a good read ... Get the book, you'll love it! - The Jampot Magazine --- this is a fascinating read, lavishly illustrated, and thoroughly entertaining. - Old Bike Mart
