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Wheels of war

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Indian Motorcycle Company Inc. and Harley-Davidson Inc. produced specially designed motorcycles during the 1940s to support the country's war effort. Although these machines were later deemed impractical for fighting purposes, their popularity among servicemen eventually led to the birth of motorcycle racing.

Author: Girdler, Allan
Publisher: Hachette Filipacchi Magazines, Inc.
Publication Name: Cycle World
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 0011-4286
Year: 1995
Product information, Motorcycle industry, Harley-Davidson Inc., HDI, Indian Motorcycle Company Inc.

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One-man museum

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Motorcycle enthusiast Bob Hansen's role in the development of the Honda CB750 Four motorcycle is narrated. The bike debuted in late 1969 with a victory in professional motorcycle racing.

Author: Girdler, Allan
Publisher: Hachette Filipacchi Magazines, Inc.
Publication Name: Cycle World
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 0011-4286
Year: 1997
Behavior, Hansen, Bob, Honda CB750 Four (Motorcycle)

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The Crocker V-Twin

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Albert G. Crocker built some 64 Crocker V-Twin motorcycles in 1936. It was the fastest motorcycle of its time and 30 Crockers still exist in 1992.

Author: Girdler, Allan
Publisher: Hachette Filipacchi Magazines, Inc.
Publication Name: Cycle World
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 0011-4286
Year: 1993

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