Motorcycling For DummiesJohn Wiley & Sons, 2011/04/20 - 368 ページ A practical guide that gets you geared up with proper riding techniques, safety gear, indispensable items for long trips, and handling characteristics of various motorcycle types Few activities offer more fun and excitement than motorcycling, but to get the most out of it, there's a lot you need to know, and that’s where this informative motorcycle guide written in plain English comes in. From buying and maintaining a bike, to riding safely, to finding great places to ride, Motorcycling For Dummies puts you on the road with savvy and style, whether you're new to riding or an experienced motorcyclist. You'll get plenty of help in selecting the right bike and step-by-step instructions on performing routine maintenance tasks. You'll also find out how to develop safe riding habits and, maybe most important of all, you’ll learn more about motorcycling organizations and how to fit in with the biker crowd. Plus, this hands-on resource shows you advanced riding techniques, offers travel tips for long-distance rides, and even helps you get your kids started in motorcycling. Discover how to:
This comprehensive guide concludes with a motorcycling glossary, a guide to motorcycling laws by state, and an appendix with plenty of online resources. Complete with lists of can't-miss biking events, legendary motorcyclists, and must-see motorcycling movies, Motorcycling For Dummies gives a whole new meaning to the term "easy rider". |
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From the First Wooden Horse to Todays Iron Pony | 27 |
300 American motorcycle manufacturers 28 The demise of American motorcycling Curse you Mr Ford 30 And then there was one HarleyDavidson ... | 37 |
From the First Wooden Horse to Todays Iron Pony 27 Chapter 3 You Wouldnt Fly a Jet Without Training Would You? 37 Part II Welcome to the Cl... | 51 |
Dress for Success | 75 |
Not all boots are created equal 87 Caring for your boots 87 Covering Your Legs The Right Pants Are Important 88 Leather pants Great protection m... | 93 |
Deal or No Deal? 157 Buying new A great way to shop around 157 Buying used The deals are out there 158 Handling the purchase 158 Internet sca... | 161 |
Keeping Your Bike in Tiptop Shape | 173 |
Bikes and Biker Culture You Are What You Ride 53 Chapter 5 Dress for Success 75 Chapter 6 Leather and Lace Women in Motorcycling 93 Chapte... | 209 |
Advanced Riding Techniques Staying Safer | 235 |
Enjoy the Sights But 240 Keep your head in the ride 240 Watch for horse um surprises and other special concerns 241 Group Riding Avoiding Disas... | 249 |
Coping with Weather 268 Riding in the rain the safe way 268 Paying attention in extreme heat 270 Its really cold up in them thar hills Traveling in w... | 283 |
Preparing to Hit the Road 211 Chapter 14 Street Survival Staying Safe 221 Chapter 15 Advanced Riding Techniques Staying Safer 235 Chapter 16 E... | 303 |
Appendixes | 307 |
You and Your Machine | 125 |
Buying a Bike What You Must Know | 145 |
A Motorcycling Glossary Talking the Talk 309 Appendix B State Motorcycling Laws 317 Appendix C A Motorcyclists Resource Guide | 323 |