Cafe Racer
Perry Anderson
This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.
Café Racers: The Spirit of Speed and Style
The café racer is more than a motorcycle—it’s a culture, a lifestyle, and a statement of rebellion. Born in 1960s Britain, these stripped-down, customized machines were built for one purpose: speed. Riders would tear from one café to another, racing the clock and aiming to “do the ton”—hit 100 mph—before a jukebox record finished playing at London’s legendary Ace Café.
Working-class riders, unable to afford factory-built racers, modified their own bikes with ingenuity and passion. Over time, this gave rise to the unmistakable café racer style, with features such as:
Swept-back exhaust pipes
Clip-on or “Ace” handlebars
Reverse cone megaphones or Dunstall silencers
Dunlop TT100 tires
Rearset foot controls
Larger carburetors for more speed
As the movement spread, aftermarket companies offered fiberglass tanks with knee cutouts, racing seats, and lightweight aluminum components—further refining the look of raw performance paired with minimalist design.
Today, the café racer remains one of the most recognized and admired motorcycle styles in the world. This book takes you on a ride through its history, design, and enduring legacy.
Relive the golden age of motorcycling—and discover why the café racer is more than a bike. It’s an attitude.
Duration - 59m.
Author - Perry Anderson.
Narrator - Digital Voice Alistair G.
Published Date - Thursday, 02 January 2025.
Copyright - © 2025 Perry Anderson ©.
Location:
United States
Description:
This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice. Café Racers: The Spirit of Speed and Style The café racer is more than a motorcycle—it’s a culture, a lifestyle, and a statement of rebellion. Born in 1960s Britain, these stripped-down, customized machines were built for one purpose: speed. Riders would tear from one café to another, racing the clock and aiming to “do the ton”—hit 100 mph—before a jukebox record finished playing at London’s legendary Ace Café. Working-class riders, unable to afford factory-built racers, modified their own bikes with ingenuity and passion. Over time, this gave rise to the unmistakable café racer style, with features such as: Swept-back exhaust pipes Clip-on or “Ace” handlebars Reverse cone megaphones or Dunstall silencers Dunlop TT100 tires Rearset foot controls Larger carburetors for more speed As the movement spread, aftermarket companies offered fiberglass tanks with knee cutouts, racing seats, and lightweight aluminum components—further refining the look of raw performance paired with minimalist design. Today, the café racer remains one of the most recognized and admired motorcycle styles in the world. This book takes you on a ride through its history, design, and enduring legacy. Relive the golden age of motorcycling—and discover why the café racer is more than a bike. It’s an attitude. Duration - 59m. Author - Perry Anderson. Narrator - Digital Voice Alistair G. Published Date - Thursday, 02 January 2025. Copyright - © 2025 Perry Anderson ©.
Language:
English
Opening Credit
Duración:00:00:16
Introduction
Duración:00:02:13
Chapter 1: Café Racers: The Concept
Duración:00:03:14
Chapter 2: Evolution of the Café Racer
Duración:00:03:28
Chapter 3: Building A Café Racer That Stands Out from The Rest
Duración:00:12:01
Chapter 4: Building a Café Racer on a Budget
Duración:00:08:14
Chapter 5: Transition in Dressing for a Café Ride over the Years
Duración:00:06:59
Chapter 6: Insure Your Café Racer but Ride Safely
Duración:00:06:54
Chapter 7: A guide to ready-made Café Racers
Duración:00:08:46
Chapter 8: Café Racer Cleanliness
Duración:00:06:09
Conclusion
Duración:00:01:03
Closing Credit
Duración:00:00:12