Kategoria BISAC: Transportation >> Motorcycles - General

There are lots of books about Harleys, about their history, performance, lineage and the minutiae of their specification, but none of them will tell you what to look for when buying one second-hand. That's what this book is about - it aims at being a straightforward, practical guide to buying a used Harley-Davidson.

Having this book in your pocket is just like having a real marque expert by your side. Benefit from the author's years of Honda FireBlade ownership, learn how to spot a bad bike quickly, and how to assess a promising one like a professional. Get the right bike at the right price

Many words have been written about the Honda CBR600 (or the Hurricane, as it was named in the USA), about its history, performance, lineage and specification, but few tell you what to look for when buying one second-hand. That's what this book is about - it aims at being a straightforward, practical guide to buying a used CBR600.

Live to Ride is pure adrenaline--a full-throttle exploration of motorcycles that pushes to the limit, with heart-pounding accounts of riding the greatest bikes of all time, all over the world.

"Live to ride, ride to live." For many motorcycle riders, these words express life's guiding principle. Just take a look at the patch emblazoned on the jackets of legions of riders. Whether they're roaring down an empty highway on two wheels at an insane speed, hopping on for a few mind-boggling loops of motocross, joining in the "rolling thunder" of a veritable outlaw motorcycle club,...

Motorcycle racing is a fascinating sport and with these tips and techniques, you will win more races, go faster and make your time at the track more fun This book is not just for drag racers. It is for anyone that races a motorcycle. It is a great read for the beginner and intermediate drag racer and seasoned Pro's have included their race tips. Learn how to prepare your bike and yourself for the best E.T.'s and most consistent passes you can make. Included throughout are special "Drag Racer Secrets and "Race Tips." If you want to take your motorcycle racing to the next level, bring home...

Since 1790, bicycle designs have been improved and become popular. This comprehensive book introduces bicycle history, design changes, newsletters and dealers for today's enthusiast. Hundreds of bicycles are shown in advertising, catalogs, postcards and collectibles.

Perhaps the most determined of them is John Ryan, a magnetic, enigmatic man who loves nothing better than breaking records of amazing distance--at no small risk to himself and his health. But why? Pierson, who rediscovered the joys of motorcycling in the midst of a personal crisis, puts on her helmet and joins Ryan in his element in order to understand his singular desire and discipline, his passion and his obsession The Man Who Would Stop at Nothing offers an intimate glimpse of an unusually independent yet supportive community as well as a revealing, unforgettable portrait of its...

Safe Riding is the first fully comprehensive motorcycle safety manual. Not only does it tell you how to drive your cycle safely, but it also details many potential problems and pitfalls, and how to avoid common (and uncommon) hazards in the first place. In a highly informative yet readable style, Mitch Williamson describes: the safest way to learn and gain experience as a motorcyclist; how to judge if a motorcycle is safe for you; what clothes to wear for maximum protection; physical fitness (including a seven-point exam); the importance of weather conditions; passing, turning, and lane...

Libro de cronicas sobre viajes en moto. Desde la primera experiencia contra un alambrado de puas, hasta la epica de surcar la legendaria Route 66 a bordo de una Harley, pasando por el dia a dia de fundar un club de motos clasicas. Roni Bandini sube a las dos ruedas y va contando cada kilometro con los sentidos alerta. Indice: Prologo Agrale 200 en Balneario Camboriu Gilera Sport en la Ciudad de Buenos Aires Kawasaki Vulcan 750 en Santa Catarina Harley Sportster en Route 66, Chicago Honda Shadow en US1, Florida Keys Acerca del autor"

Bogato ilustrowany, praktyczny poradnik poświęcony obsłudze i naprawie skuterów francuskich (Peugeot, MBK), hiszpańskich (Derbi), włoskich (Aprilia, Gilera, Malaguti, Piaggio, Vespa), niemieckich (Sachs) i japońskich (Honda, Suzuki,Yamaha) wyposażonych w silniki gaźnikowe o pojemności od 50 do 250 cm3 i automatyczne skrzynki przekładniowe. Opisano podstawowe narzędzia do obsługi i naprawy, zasady bezpieczeństwa i higieny pracy podczas obsługi technicznej, czynności wchodzące w zakres obsługi podstawowej i rozszerzonej oraz obsługę i naprawę poszczególnych zespołów i...

"Help They're all out to get me " Is a book created to make the new, and even the not-so-new motorcyclist a better motorcyclist. Within these pages you will find tips and tricks that make surviving the everyday world for the everyday rider a much easier proposition. Inside you'll find everything you need to get yourself out on the road safely as well a confidently, with recommendations for just about every conceivable occurrence that can plague you, both on the open road, as well as right outside your door. This book will teach you, or refresh your memory on the little things one needs to...

Are you "bikesexual " or just "bike-curious ?" Motorcycle enthusiast Hunter Storm educates and entertains you in the Motorcycling by Storm series Bikesexual is all about hot, sexy, motorcycles and learning to ride them. Whether you like to ride your bike to your local watering hole on Saturday night, take fifty-five hundred-mile cross-country trips, ride only on two wheels in all weather, or snuggle up on the back and ride "fender fluff," this series has something for you. Even if you don't ride a motorcycle, but are "bike-curious," you can scratch your intellectual itch here. It's funny, a...

In a day when motorcycling is not only becoming an economical way of transportation, riders are also discovering the joy of riding for pleasure. This book is written for those that want to take off and find some scenic rides in the North Georgia, Southeastern Tennessee and Southwestern North Carolina areas. I have included some motorcycling stories for your reading pleasure including a comical take on my son's first long distance motorcycle trip. The chapters have been kept to a minimal write-up description of the rides, but yet they give you a feel for the ride area. Each chapter also...

A Step-by-Step Guide to Building an Electric Bicycle From the Ground Up

Filled with do-it-yourself project, this hands-on manual gives you all the technical information and easy-to-follow instructions you need to assemble and customize an electric bike.

Build Your Own Electric Bicycle gets you on the road on a reliable, economical, environmentally friendly ride. Inside, you'll find complete coverage of every component, including motors, controllers, batteries, and frames, as well as details on soldering, electrical wiring, safety, and other essential skills. The book covers...

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. 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 male or female, new to riding or an experienced vet.

This fun, practical, and informative guide gets you geared up and ready to ride You'll get plenty of help in selecting the right bike and step-by-step instructions on performing routing maintenance tasks. You'll also find out how to...