I would learn much better by reading and taking notes, and studying. That's just how my brain works. Do you know if there is anywhere where I could get a textbook on motorcycles that explained the mechanics of motorcycles, on how to ride..basically everything on the subject?
And if it makes any difference, I prefer sport bikes.
2007-08-26 06:30:03 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous in Cars & Transportation ➔ Motorcycles
I understand that I can't only learn from books. :]
It's just the best way for me to learn, though. I'd much, much rather knowing everything about the bike I am riding before I ride it, as opposed to knowing absolutely nothing.
When I finally understand what everything does on the bike, I am going to take my Safety Course. I'll feel much more comfortable, because at the moment, I don't know anything.
2007-08-26 08:08:39 · update #1
This is a good place to start -
http://motorcycles.about.com/?once=true&
The AMA (american motorcyclist association) has some good free advice - Rider Resources
This is excellent for every rider - safe riding tips, touring essentials, packing, route planning, sites to see, 33 secrets to smart touring, keeping warm, repair & maintenance tips, riding in packs, shipping your bike, bike reviews, advice for new riders - the list goes on....
http://www.amadirectlink.com/
2007-08-26 07:26:05 · answer #1 · answered by guardrailjim 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Best place to learn how to ride is on a Motorcycle Safety Course. You cannot get the feel of a motorcycle's handling and proper contron from a book. As far as the other things you want to know, the DMV for your state probably has a booklet, and there are definitely books that help you map out parking lot courses to practice on, show proper body posture while riding, etc. Start with the library--Most motorcycle textbooks are brand and model-specific, especially the ones explaining the mechanics, exploded views of the engine, etc. When it comes to learning to ride, the basics are the same whether sport or cruiser. It's all fun--get your nose out of the books and DO IT : > D
2007-08-26 06:52:35 · answer #2 · answered by bkrlady45 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Get Proficient Motorcycling by David Hough. It would be a much detailed follow up to your safety course. A good book about the mechanical aspect would be Sportbike Performance Handbook by Kevin Cameron. If you want to go faster read Total Control by Lee Park or Twist of the Wrist by Keith Code. All of these books I got from the library. Also look in the Transportation section at the book store to preview these and more. Get the Hough book because it will be great for you. Good luck.
2007-08-26 10:26:51 · answer #3 · answered by Bob 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Library is your best bet, once you learn the basis about them then start reading about your preferred Moto being it a Suzuki,Kawai, Honda or what ever.
Rider for 8 years
owner of a 05' Ninja 250 & 06' Suzuki GSX-R 750
2007-08-26 06:38:08 · answer #4 · answered by Tina 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
As far as riding and roadracing....Keith Code, follow the link. These books for road racers and sport riders details the process of high speed thought. Hundreds of questions aimed at solving the barriers of speed allow you to dissect your riding and pinpoint problem areas.
2007-08-27 05:53:54 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Click index at the bottom of the page.
http://www.dansmc.com/
2007-08-26 06:35:38 · answer #6 · answered by gdwrnch40 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋