Triumph

The Story of the Legendary Motorcycle

Mike Armitage

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Michael O'Mara Books Ltd
22 May 2025

Motorcycles: general interest; Motorcycle racing

An iconic piece of design and style – and a gold standard in motorcycle engineering – the Triumph has roved through the twentieth century, making its mark in hearts and minds.

Founded in Coventry in 1885, Triumph Engineering had humble beginnings, importing bicycles and sewing machines. Little did anyone know that in the coming years the company would birth a historic series of motorcycles that have lit up the arenas of racing, popular culture and even warfare for well over a century.

To this day, the iconic model names – the Bonneville, the Daytona – evoke excitement and admiration all over the world. But as brilliant as the bikes are, the stories behind them are even better: Triumph have blazed a trail across the silver screen, being ridden by stars like Steve McQueen and Marlon Brando in classic movies. They have sped round the world’s most famous racetracks and scorched to numerous land speed records. And, of course, Triumph motorcycles, including the ‘Trusty Triumph’, were used in both the First and Second World Wars by the Allies – forging their legend forever as the bikes that truly can do it all.

In this enthralling book, esteemed motorcycle journalist, editor of Bike magazine and lifelong rider Mike Armitage reveals the story of a true heritage brand, told in all its high-octane glory.

By: Mike Armitage
Imprint: Michael O'Mara Books Ltd
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Dimensions: Height: 234mm, Width: 153mm, Spine: 22mm
Weight: 400g
ISBN: 9781789297645
ISBN 10: 1789297648
Pages: 288
Publication Date: 22 May 2025
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

Mike Armitage trained as a mechanical engineer and understands how oily bits work. He has been a full-time motorcycle journalist since 2001, with roles including road-test editor on Performance Bikes magazine and executive editor for Classic Bike. He is currently editor for Bike, the UK’s bestselling motorcycle magazine and still contributes to MCN.

Reviews for Triumph: The Story of the Legendary Motorcycle

If you love Triumphs, you'll love this book * Classic Motorcycle Mechanics Magazine * With this new and highly readable book, both motorbike fans and history readers can enjoy Triumph's triumphs even more * History Book Chat blog *