Motogp Source Book

Officially licensed and published in the 60th anniversary year of World Championship motorcycle racing, this book presents a fact-packed and statistics-laden year-by-year history, concentrating on the premier class (500cc, then MotoGP) but not forgetting the other categories along the way. Beautifully illustrated and designed, written by acknowledged experts and featuring extensive data compiled by MotoGP’s official statistician – all these elements combine to create a history book with a difference.

Now firmly established in its tenth year of publication, the Official MotoGP Season Review 2013 is an essential gift for every fan of top-level motorcycleracing. Edited by TV commentator Julian Ryder, this book includes expert contributions on the technical side from Neil Spalding and stunning photography by Andrew Northcott. All 18 races of the season are covered in detail, the supporting categories are also included, and clearly presented statistics provide a comprehensive reference source for the future.

Now firmly established in its ninth year of publication, the Official MotoGP Season Review 2012 is a must have gift for every fan of top-level motorcycle racing. Edited by TV commentator Julian Ryder, this book includes expert contributions on the technical side from Neil Spalding and stunning photography by Andrew Northcott. All 18 races of the season are covered in detail, the supporting categories are also included, and clearly presented statistics provide a comprehensive reference source for the future.

Now firmly established in its seventh year of publication, the MotoGP Season Review 2010 – in the shops just two weeks after the last Grand Prix – is a must-have Christmas purchase for every fan of motorcycle racing. Valentino Rossi resumes his battle for the World Championship against established rivals Jorge Lorenzo and Casey Stoner, along with several talented newcomers. Edited by TV commentator Julian Ryder, the book also includes expert contributions on the technical side from Neil Spalding and stunning photography by Andrew Northcott. The supporting categories are also covered, and clearly presented statistics provide a comprehensive reference source for the future.

The definitive and lasting record of MotoGP motorcycle racing in 2014 published with all the behind-the-scenes access that comes with official status from MotoGP's organizing body. Now in its 11th year of publication, this officially endorsed book provides comprehensive coverage of MotoGP World Championship motorcycle racing in 2014, complete with race reports, comment, analysis and statistics, edited by TV commentator Julian Ryder. Supporting Ryder as lead author, Neil Spalding provides detailed technical analysis - including a special feature about Ducati - and Mat Oxley summarizes the season with his usual thought-provoking insights, while the book's superb photography is by Andrew Northcott. The supporting categories - Moto2, Moto3 and Red Bull Rookies - are covered in full, along with the activities of Riders for Health, the official charity of MotoGP. Eight-page reports of each MotoGP race, complete with full statistics and lap-chart graphics. In-depth technical analysis of the year's talking points from leading MotoGP technical expert Neil Spalding. Ducati's progress in 2014, under the leadership of new chief engineer Gigi Dall'Igna, is the subject of a special technical feature. The unique 'Rider's Rider of the Year' poll ranks the year's contenders according to votes by the riders themselves. Superb photography by Andrew Northcott captures all the excitement, action and atmosphere of motorcycle racing at its best. Supporting Moto2 and Moto3 categories covered in full, as well as the Red Bull Rookies races. Riders for Health, the official MotoGP charity, reports on its achievements in 2014. Officially endorsed by DORNA, organizers of MotoGP.

Follows the successful format of the preceding editions, combining Julian Ryder's lively race-by-race analysis with an astonishing collection of race data. Details include: qualifying times with gaps to the pole-winning time; graphic lap-by-lap performance charts showing each rider's progress; race, lap, and fastest-lap times; the average speed for each rider; track maps with sections annotated with average speed and gear selection choices; points standings; and a thumbnail report of each rider's race.

Packed with fine writing and great photographs, The Official MotoGP Season Review 2005 - in the shops just two weeks after the last Grand Prix - is a must-have Christmas purchase for every fan of motorcycle racing. The sport already has a mega following, with lots more to come. The BBC is to screen MotoGP for the next five years, British Eurosport shows qualifying live as well as the races, and viewing figures and track attendances are rocketing. Written by TV's top MotoGP commentator, the Review details the entire 2005 season with all the behind-the-scenes insight expected of an official book.

Aimed at the enthusiast who would like to gain a greater understanding of technical and design issues facing MotoGP constructors, this fascinating book provides detailed analysis of the cutting-edge technology used in the sport’s premier class today. Each area of a racing motorcycle’s design is explained and separate chapters for each manufacturer trace the development of each machine over the years through to the detailed specification of the current version.