Isle of Man TT - The History of the World’s Greatest Motorcycle Road Race

Discover the history, behind-the-scenes stories and thrills of the world's greatest motorcycle road race.A visually-stunning book with amazing photography from this annual event.
From 1907 to the present day, learn about the course and how it has changed, and how the corners got their names. Discover more about the TT greats and the international stars. Gain an insight into the main manufacturers and technical innovation over the years, including the anatomy of a sidecar. Check out the record-breaking milestones and statistics about the race and the history of the tourist trophy.
What does it take to run the TT? Phil Wain's unique insider view offers a fascinating account of the organization behind the annual race.
How dangerous is the race and what steps have been taken to make it safer?
Go on a lap of the TT Course with Peter Hickman, multiple TT winner and current outright lap record holder, - every turn in point, gear change, speed and opportunity. Find out for yourself what skill and concentration it takes to tackle the race as speeds nudge an incredible 200mph.

About the author

Phil Wain, Foreword by John McGuinness MBE

Product details

• Authors: Wain Phil
• Assisted by: Collins Books (Foreword), John McGuinness (Foreword), John McGuinness MBE (Foreword)
• Publisher: Harper Collins
• Languages: English
• Product format: Hardback
• Release: 13.04.2026
• EAN: 9780008783839
• ISBN: 978-0-00-878383-9
• Dimensions: 219 mm x 282 mm x 19 mm
• Weight: 270 g
• Subjects: Guides > Sport > Motorsport, motorcycle sport, bicycle sport, aviation sport; Non-fiction book > Politics, society, business > Biographies, autobiographies; Isle of Man, BIOGRAPHY & AUTOBIOGRAPHY / Sports, TRANSPORTATION / Automotive / Antique & Classic, TRANSPORTATION / Motorcycles / History, TRANSPORTATION / Motorcycles / Pictorial, Motorcycle Racing, Biography: sport, Automotive (motor mechanic) skills, Manufacturing industries, Motorcycles: general interest, SPORTS & RECREATION / Motor Sports / Motorcycle Racing, Vehicle and transport manufacturing industries