McQueen’s Motorcycles

by Matt Stone
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  • Added: 2025-10-31
  • Updated: 2025-10-31
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goodreads.com · Unknown · 2025-11-19
excellent 4.50

The book is a beautiful tribute to Steve McQueen's love for motorcycles, featuring stunning photographs and well-researched narratives. It's a must-have for any McQueen fan or motorcycle enthusiast.

McQueen's Motorcycles is a visually stunning book that delves into the lifelong passion of Steve McQueen for motorcycles. The book is filled with gorgeous photographs of the bikes he raced and collected, providing a comprehensive look at his extensive collection. The narrative is well-researched and offers historical context, making it a valuable addition to any coffee table. The book is not just for motorcycle enthusiasts but also for anyone who appreciates the legacy of Steve McQueen, the King of Cool. The detailed accounts of his racing career and the meticulous maintenance of his bikes highlight his dedication and love for the sport. The book is a celebration of McQueen's life and his enduring influence on pop culture.

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    He really was the King of Cool.

    Wonderful coffee table book on the history of actor and King of Cool's lifelong love affair with motorcycles.

    Fantastic photographs and well researched narrative.

guardianbookshop.com · Unknown · 2017-01-19
mixed 3.00

The book 'McQueen’s Motorcycles' by Matt Stone offers a mixed bag of Steve McQueen's motorcycle adventures, focusing heavily on his participation in the 1964 ISDT and his roles in movies like 'The Great Escape' and 'Any Given Sunday'. While it includes some interesting anecdotes and historical context, it falls short of providing a comprehensive look at McQueen's extensive motorcycle collection, which was the expectation of many readers.

The book 'McQueen’s Motorcycles' by Matt Stone delves into the motorcycle adventures of the iconic actor Steve McQueen. It provides a detailed account of his participation in the 1964 International Six Days Trial (ISDT), offering insights into his racing experiences and the bikes he rode. The book also covers his roles in movies like 'The Great Escape' and 'Any Given Sunday', discussing the motorcycles featured in these films. However, readers expecting a thorough exploration of McQueen's vast motorcycle collection may be disappointed. The book includes only about 4 dozen bikes, with a significant portion dedicated to commercial endeavors related to McQueen's son and licensed bikes. While it offers some interesting historical context and anecdotes, such as McQueen's work as a motorcycle mechanic and his advertising for Honda in Japan, it does not fully deliver on the promise of a comprehensive look at his extensive collection.

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    The book is a mixed bag of what he rode in movies and at a couple races. Instead of what I wanted from the book, I got a thorough look at the 1964 ISDT International Six Days Trial.

    Maybe it's my mistaken idea that McQueens Machines was going to be focused on the bikes he owned in such great amount that the 1984 Las Vegas Estate Sale Auction catalog had over 523 items for sale, and over 46 pages.

    By chapter 4 you've only seen 7 different bikes he rode.

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