David Dumain immerses us in the fascinating world of motorcycle history

Do you think you know everything about motorcycles? Think again. The history of this roaring beast is quite a road trip through over a century of rage, innovation, and passion. David Dumain, an experienced motorcycle journalist and former racer who has seen plenty of cylinders and decibels, presents a book that blasts away forgetfulness and sets the record straight. From the first rattling mopeds to the stars of MotoGP, he unfolds 150 years of adrenaline with his 250 striking photos. Honestly, if you love Honda, Ducati, Kawasaki, or even BMW Motorrad, you're going to enjoy this.

David Dumain, the biker who tells the true story of motorcycles

Hey, stop pretending to be a Sunday rider with your CB500 and Red Bull backpack, instead dive into this 208-page tome by David Dumain, a heavyweight in motorcycle journalism. Between 2007 and 2017, he made a mark as editor-in-chief of Moto Journal, before taking on the international scene of MotoGP on Canal+ and covering endurance events for Eurosport. His race diary? Eleven Bol d'Or, nine 24-hour races; you could say he knows every turn of this motorized story.

A book for all those who love to feel the asphalt beneath their tires

This editorial work, which arrives at Sophia Editions on September 18, is an uncompromising dive into this object of passion. The evolution of the motorcycle is not just a story of machines; it is about culture, lifestyles, and sporting feats, with epic highlights signed by Harley-Davidson, Triumph, or Aprilia. If you think the motorcycle story is just about the latest flashy model, this book will set you straight.

Complete history of motorcycles: from makeshift two-wheelers to MotoGP stars

In less than 150 years, the motorcycle has transformed from a poor moped into a lightning-fast war machine. David Dumain doesn't just throw you a dry timeline: he takes you from the very first models, those Honda GL 1500 Goldwings that eat up miles without ever weakening, to the Ducati 900 Monsters that roar on the track, through the formidable performances of the Japanese Yamaha and Suzuki. The result? A complete panorama where each era has a voice, designed for you to make a good impression at the next biker gathering.

Illustrations that take care of the details

The big bonus is that all this knowledge is enhanced by 250 photos. A glance at these images is like opening a family album where the heroes are called Kawasaki, BMW Motorrad, or Moto Guzzi. It's impossible to remain indifferent to this visual summary that shakes, enchants, and above all vibrates the soul of every two-wheel fan.

Discover the book and get a clearer idea before dropping 45 bucks at the bookstore or online, it's worth a shot. Come on, a little friendly advice: put on your leather jacket; it’s going to be a wild ride.