Unshakeable

My Motorcycle Racing Story

By: Shane Byrne

Narrated by: Emma Fenney, Matthew Forsythe, Shane Byrne

Length: 8 hrs and 50 mins

Publisher's Summary

Shane ‘Shakey’ Byrne knows what it is like to live on the edge. The most successful rider in British Superbike history, he is the only person to have won the championship six times. Shakey is a living motorbike legend, with legions of fans across the country.

For the first time Shakey tells his life story, from being abandoned as a newborn baby in a London hospital, to multiple brushes with the law and working night shifts on the London Underground to fund his early racing career. Whether it was on his BMX or joyriding through Kent, the only thing Shakey ever wanted to do was race motorbikes.

Once he had got his break, Shakey quickly developed a reputation as one of the most exciting riders of his generation, and the thrill of every victory, every chicane and every overtake, as well as the hospital visits and painstaking recovery, is relived in heart-pumping detail.

Unshakeable is an incredible story of winning and risk-taking, of horrendous crashes in which he nearly lost his life, of Ducatis and monster motorhomes, and of hard-fought glory in one of the most exciting and dangerous sports on the planet. Told with breathless exhilaration, Shakey’s story is one of inspiration, break-neck speed and a life lived truly on, and over, the limit.

PLEASE NOTE: When you purchase this title, the accompanying PDF will be available in your Audible Library along with the audio.

©2020 Shane Byrne (P)2020 Macmillan Publishers International Ltd

Critic Reviews

"Shane’s achievements over the years have proved he is the complete racer and undoubtedly a world class rider. A true inspiration for our youngsters in the sport." (Niall Mackenzie, three times British Superbike Champion)

"You don’t get to be six-time British Superbike Champion without having talent and desire." (Wayne Rainey, three-time 500CC world champion)

Excellent Listen.

I thought this was an excellent insight into the life and (dangerous) times of a Champion Motorcycle Racer. I only discovered Motorcycle Racing in the last 10 years and it is a fantastic sport and thoroughly nail-biting. I think Shakey has incapsulated that in his narration. I thoroughly recommend this audio book to anyone who has the slightest interest in the sport. And I have an autographed copy of the hardback too!

wat a legend.

was always a fan and I really enjoyed the book. Shakey narrating it made it. easy to give it 5 stars

A Must Read For A Racing Fan!!!

Absolutely faultless. If your a motorcycle racing fan you need to hear this book!

A fascinating glimpse into motorcycle racing

I didn’t know much about Shakey, but this book was truly fascinating. The origin of Shane’s desire to become a champion must resonate with a lot of motorcyclists, who can only dream of achieving as much. Looking forward to Team Shakey!

a great insight

I have followed Shakey's career as he cam on the scene as I was in the later years of my racing.

I found the book informative, funny as well as other emotions.

I REALLY liked the fact that Shane narrated it him self, made it feel more powerful and personal.

Well done team, and Shane you are an inspiration 👏

First audio book. Unshakable.

A brilliant book, I listened to it in work to pass my day. Very detailed, a good insight into shakers racing and normal life.

Highly recommend

Fab down to earth narrative of his story

Loved listening to Shane’s book although I did wince and feel a little squirmy when listening to some of the injuries.

A real down to earth story that I related to with the ups of downs of growing up and earning a living.

Worth a listen even if you are not a motorbike nut!

Riveting tale of a determined motorcycle racer

A very well put together book. Shakey narrates it well, showing his determination to succeed as a motorcycle racer. His enthusiasm and honesty shines through.

wow

exciting and entertaining from the very beginning a real indepth view in to one of our top sport's mens life on and off the track

Boy, what a book - it’s a MUST read

Firstly, thoroughly enjoyed this autobiography
Secondly, apologies to Shaky Byrne as I was a Toseland, Hopkins supporter always thought you ad a bit “cocky”……HOWEVER I take my hat off to your lifelong dedication to the sport, the fans and your family