Moto Guzzi Factory Racers

“Moto Guzzi Factory Racers” is far more than a conventional history book—it is a unique testimony from the saddle of the most legendary racing machines ever built at Mandello del Lario. Written by the renowned English journalist Alan Cathcart, one of the world’s most respected motorcycle journalists, this volume chronicles the racing motorcycles produced by Moto Guzzi between 1921 and 1957. What sets this book apart is that the author had the extraordinary privilege of riding these mythical machines, including the legendary Bicilindrica and the awe-inspiring Otto Cilindri, providing readers with first-hand riding impressions that no other publication can offer.

Through 160 pages of large-format (30×23 cm) content, printed on high-quality paper with a hardcover binding, “Moto Guzzi Factory Racers” presents an unparalleled journey through the golden age of Italian motorcycle racing. The text, available in both Italian and English, combines meticulous historical research with vivid, experiential writing that transports the reader to the circuits where these machines competed and triumphed. Published by FBA Motoitaliane (ISBN 978-88-86774-16-1), this prestigious volume is an essential addition to the library of anyone passionate about Moto Guzzi’s extraordinary racing heritage.