The Unrideables
Synopsis
The 1980s were a high point of factory involvement in Grand Prix motorcycle racing. Suzuki, Honda and Yamaha battled for technological dominance in the high-powered world of 500cc two-stroke racers - and to ride these beasts they employed the very best riders in the world. The likes of Rainey, Schwantz, Lawson and Mamola struggled to tame the raw power and brutal handling of bikes built without constraints and without any of the modern rider aids which make today's MotoGP four-stroke machines seem bland in comparison. The riders might have been paid handsomely for their efforts but, as this film shows, they paid a heavy price for their fame and stardom. With loads of great action shots from the archives and revealing, frank interviews with many of the top riders this incredible documentary looks at the men who had to ride the unrideables.
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The Unrideables
Type: Trailer • Published 2013-07-12
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Release History & Theatrical Window
October 17, 2013
Wide Cinema Exhibition
July 29, 2013
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Rob Hurdman
- Original Title
- The Unrideables
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 45m
- Production Studios
- Greenlight Television
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Rob Hurdman
Julian Gravestock
Rob Hurdman, Richard Nichols, David Beynon
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Rob Hurdman
Director
Julian Gravestock
Editor
Rob Hurdman
Producer
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What is The Unrideables about?
The 1980s were a high point of factory involvement in Grand Prix motorcycle racing. Suzuki, Honda and Yamaha battled for technological dominance in the high-powered world of 500cc two-stroke racers - and to ride these beasts they employed the very best riders in the world. The likes of Rainey, Schwantz, Lawson and Mamola struggled to tame the raw power and brutal handling of bikes built without constraints and without any of the modern rider aids which make today's MotoGP four-stroke machines seem bland in comparison. The riders might have been paid handsomely for their efforts but, as this film shows, they paid a heavy price for their fame and stardom. With loads of great action shots from the archives and revealing, frank interviews with many of the top riders this incredible documentary looks at the men who had to ride the unrideables.
Who directed The Unrideables?
The Unrideables was directed by Rob Hurdman.
Who stars in The Unrideables?
The principal cast of The Unrideables includes Kenny Roberts, Kevin Schwantz, Eddie Lawson, Wayne Rainey, Rob McElnea.
When was The Unrideables released and how long is it?
The Unrideables was released in 2013 with a total runtime of 45m.