Solex Mopeds: Illustrated History Books & Guides

Solex - Une aventure humaine et industrielle

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The Solex story began in 1904 when students Marcel Mennesson and Maurice Goudard laid the foundations for an empire bearing the name SOLEX. Their youthful boldness led to products that transformed land, sea, and air transportation - whether on two wheels or more.
Along the way, they were supported by a diverse network of family, secretaries, technicians, collaborators, pilots, manufacturers, advertisers, and customers.

Often unnoticed, Solex components like radiators behind grilles, carburetors under hoods, and micrometers in workshops became integral to the lives of millions worldwide. Solex innovations powered transportation, urban cleaning, agriculture, military efforts, aviation, and industrial precision.
In the latter half of the 20th century, the brand achieved global fame with the timeless black silhouette of the VéloSolex - a simple, reliable, and affordable means of transport for workers, students, and later, collectors.

This French book invites you to journey through the 20th century and beyond, following the men and women who turned a human adventure into an industrial success. It covers the origins, radiators, carburetors, micrometers, and the iconic VéloSolex.

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Author:	Franck Méneret, Sylvie Méneret
Details:	224 pages, 11.6 x 9.7 x 0.91 in (29.5 x 24.5 x 2.3 cm), paperback
Illustrations:	600 b&w and color photos
Language:	French
Publisher:	Sophia Éditions (F, 2025)
ISBN:	9782385141004

Solex en compétition

Discover the little-known history of Solex racing, where the protagonists are capable of all extravagances for the pleasure of mechanics or just for the beauty of the gesture.
The author, a participant and connoisseur, has delved into his memories and archives to revisit the evolution of racing. He approaches this economical and local mechanical sport from both a technical point of view and that of the organizations, volunteers and drivers. All these passionate actors of Solex racing for half a century deserve to have a book dedicated to them.

The industrial history of VéloSolex has lasted four decades. The racing history has lasted for half a century and the future is already on the circuits with the relaunch of the brand.

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Author:	Joel Berger
Details:	192 pages, 11.4 x 9 in (29 x 24 cm), hardback
Illustrations:	399 b&w and color photos
Language:	French
Publisher:	ETAI (F, 2018)
ISBN:	9791028302481

Le VeloSolex de mon père

Created in 1940 by Marcel Mennesson, the VéloSolex has, for decades, left the trace of its dark image of "bicycle that rolls all by itself" thanks to the Solexine. Whether in the city or in the countryside, it has left indelible marks on the memory of several generations.

Pages of the book "Le VeloSolex de mon père"

• Richly illustrated, this book traces in detail the history and evolution of the VéloSolex.
• This volume of the collection "La moto de mon père" is not only a source of in-depth information for the owner, but also a concise guide to originality.
• The technique, variants, modifications and special versions are described in detail.
• Also deals with manufacturing abroad.
• Contains 200 period photos, often unpublished.

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Author:	Franck Méneret, Jean Goyard
Details:	120 pages, 8.5 x 9 in (21.5 x 24 cm), hardback
Illustrations:	200 b&w and color photos
Language:	French
Publisher:	ETAI (F, 2017)
Series:	De mon père
ISBN:	9791028302160