Maico Motorcycle Books - History, Types and Construction

Maico - The American History of a German Motorcycle, 1955-1983

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During the 1960s and 1970s, a small family-owned German company built and exported some of the world's finest off-road motorcycles. In 1981, Maico introduced what was widely regarded as the best production motocross bike of its time, setting key dimensions that shaped modern dirt bike design.

In North America, riders embraced Maico despite its high cost and demanding nature, as the brand helped define a new and challenging sport with real physical and financial risks. Maico machines became known as true German motorcycles on American tracks. Yet only two years later, in 1983, the company collapsed into bankruptcy.

This book tells the complete story of Maico's rise and fall. Using careful research and first-hand accounts, it addresses long-standing questions among motorcycle enthusiasts: what made Maico motorcycles exceptional, how long-travel suspension developed, and why the company ultimately failed.
As the first full history of Maico published in English, this volume fills an important gap and explains what Maico meant to American riders and to the wider world of off-road motorcycling.

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Maico - Motorräder 1934-1994 (Typenkompass)

Maico has gone through many ups and downs and changed owners several times. However, its motocross bikes from the Swabian region have achieved cult status.

This book presents the history of Maico from its beginnings to its end in 1987. It provides a well-researched account with all key data and facts, as expected from the Typenkompass series.
Each model is featured with a photo, a historical description, and technical specifications. This book is a valuable resource for all Maico enthusiasts.

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