A superbly illustrated chronicle of the most influential and innovative motorcycle models from the past 100 years. Motorcycles connote images of freedom and free spirits. They have inspired songs like "Born to be Wild" and helped make the image of James Dean. They`ve come a long way from their ungainly two- and three-wheeled ancestors that first made an appearance in the late 19th century. Packed with archival and specially commissioned photographs, this stunning volume chronicles the evolution of the motorcycle, from early 1910`s until today, documenting the major milestones in this illustrious history and spotlighting the most influential models that have emerged over the last century. Among the manufacturers whose bikes are represented are BMW, Ducati, Harley-Davidson, Honda, Moto Guzzi, Suzuki, Triumph, Yamaha, and many more, all showcased in hundreds of brilliant color photographs. Accompanying the extraordinary photographs are the stories behind the vehicles, with a wealth of technical information about each motorcycle.