Classic Dirt Bike

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1. Competition Car Composites

No apologies for having a car orientated book in a motorcycle magazine, as there’s lots of useful information for us in the dirty side of two-wheeled sport.

This hard-backed and slightly larger than A5 208-page technical publication covers all sorts of composite material used in making panels and covers for competition cars, but there’s not much thought needed to transfer the info into our world. Numberplates, side panels, seat bases, air boxes and even primary cases could all be made from composites. Yes, we know replacements are available for popular marques but what if yours is a bit special or rare? Inside this book the author shows how to form patterns, make moulds and mount fasteners, then discusses materials and their selection, what equipment will be needed and the techniques for

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