At the end of the 1957 season, Moto Guzzi withdrew from the road racing Grand Prix. Alan Cathcart’s 160 page “Moto Guzzi Factory Racers” chronicles the Mandello del Lario brand’s illustrious racing history from 1921 to 1957.
In Moto Guzzi Factory Racers, Alan Cathcart delves into the illustrious racing history of Moto Guzzi, which celebrated its 100th anniversary last year. The book chronicles the period from its founding in 1921 to 1957, the year Moto Guzzi withdrew from road racing after winning the 350cc world title for the 5th year in a row.
The book covers not only the complete technical evolution of racing history from the fabulous and iconic 500cc V8, but also all the engines that have come before the V8, including the World Cup title-winning 250cc and 350cc singles and several 500cc singles.
As well as delving into history, including 91 full-page photos, the book also features Cathcarts driving impressions of two of the most significant motorcycles in Guzzi’s racing history: the 500cc 120° V-Twin and the iconic V8.
The book is bilingual, in English and Italian, is printed on quality paper in a size of 30 x 23 cm, 160 pages with 91 full-page photos. Can be ordered at www.motoitaliane.it for the price of €49 excl. shipping costs.
– Thanks for information from Motorfreaks.