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Motorcycle Smarts
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Author : David Mixson
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2021-09-25
Motorcycle Smarts written by David Mixson and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2021-09-25 with categories.
The truth is this. Riding a motorcycle well is part skill, part willing to learn, part understanding of basic physics, and part giving a damn about your safety and the safety of those around you. You don't have to know everything about motorcycles to ride well. On the other hand, there are topics that every rider should understand in order to control their motorcycle effectively and REDUCE THEIR CHANCES OF CRASHING.This book addresses those topics. Can you reduce your risk to zero? No. Skilled riders crash and die every day when there was NOTHING they could have done to avoid it. But it is also true that under-skilled riders crash and die every day when there WAS something they could have done to avoid it. Motorcycle safety is a choice. This book isn't just for riders starting out. This is the book I would hand to someone who's been riding for decades and wants to reduce their risk of crashing. This is the book I would give my son if he told me he wanted to learn how to ride a motorcycle. Mastering the art of riding a motorcycle well is about understanding and overcoming rider fear. It's about having the head knowledge of how your motorcycle works so you can make it go where you want it to go. It's about understanding why riders crash so you can avoid making the same mistakes. It's about taking ownership of your riding safety. Whether you've been riding for decades or are just starting out, if you're serious about mastering the art of riding well, this book is for you. If I didn't think I could measurably reduce my chances of being in a crash, I wouldn't ride. I believe you can reduce your chances too. - David Mixson
Motorcycle Hacks
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Author : David Mixson
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2023-01-18
Motorcycle Hacks written by David Mixson and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2023-01-18 with categories.
The crash studies don't lie. Average riders use their rear brake too much, don't know what lowside and highside crashes are (and what causes them), and say there's little they can do to keep from crashing-thinking when their time comes, it comes. Average riders make errors that account for half of all crashes, don't know how to react when a driver makes a mistake, and choose whether to wear a helmet based on whether their riding buddies wear one. Average riders do the same things average riders did decades ago. An NHTSA study in 2012 found that motorcyclists were 26 times more likely than car occupants to die in accidents (per mile traveled). A similar NHTSA study in 2018 showed that riders are now 28 times more likely to die in motor vehicle traffic crashes. In this book, the third book in the Motorcycle Smarts book series, David shares some of the simple riding tips his mentors shared with him when he first started riding. He also tackles the tough topics like how to prevent most lowside and highside crashes. David also makes a case for Congress to federally mandate ABS on all on-street motorcycles. This book doesn't cover the lame topics that the most popular motorcycle mega books do to fill pages-like how to select a helmet and get the most out of your first motorcycle rally. Instead, David covers the topics that matter. In 2007, David invited his motorcycle mentors to his house for an evening of motorcycle talk. After a few minutes of light conversation, he pulled out a stack of notes, looked them in the eyes, and said: "Someday, I want to explain motorcycles my way." THIS BOOK IS A PART OF THAT VISION." My goal is simple-to help one rider. That's what my motorcycle mentors did for me when I first started riding." - David Mixson
Ride Hard Ride Smart
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Author : Pat Hahn
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2004
Ride Hard Ride Smart written by Pat Hahn and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2004 with Motorcycling categories.
Ride Hard, Ride Smart is a practical, hands-on survival guide for the average motorcyclist. This book provides advanced survival and safety strategies for the developing rider. The vast wealth of knowledge and information developed by the motorcycle safety industry is bound into one chapter and one simple concept-the "three degrees of separation"-that sets the stage for the rest of the book. The three degrees of separation are riding strategies, training and skills, and protective gear-the things that separate the rider from death and injury. Hahn rates motorcycle risk and riding on a scale of one to ten, ten being mere moments away from certain death, and one being home safe in bed. Every motorcycle ride falls somewhere in between. Using the three degrees of separation, a rider can get the risk level down to a controllable level, creating the safest possible situation on a moving motorcycle.
Motorcycle Mastery
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Author : Alan Hearnshaw
language : en
Publisher: Alan Hearnshaw
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Motorcycle Mastery written by Alan Hearnshaw and has been published by Alan Hearnshaw this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on with Transportation categories.
Written by an advanced motorcycle instructor with thirty-five years of daily riding under his belt, Motorcycle Mastery is written for riders who would like to take their riding to the next level. It is a commonly-held belief that riding well begins and ends with control of your machine. The author contends that mere control of your machine—while a necessary skill—is a small part of what it takes to be a competent, well-rounded, and, most importantly, a safe rider. Far more important are the skills necessary for truly being the master of our environment; for negotiating our way through the hazards we face every day out on the road in a safe, competent and masterly efficient manner. It is these skills that are presented in Motorcycle Mastery. Beginning with some basic control skills to lay the foundation, the author then takes us through more and more advanced techniques not taught in common motorcycle license courses with a view to really honing our skill level, and making us the very best riders we can be. • Observation • Visibility • Positioning • Planning • Observation Links • The System for Safe Motorcycle Riding • Safe Passing • Group Riding • Road hazards • Riding in Hazardous Conditions • And more…
Ride Hard Ride Smart
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Author : Pat Hahn
language : en
Publisher: Motorbooks
Release Date : 2004-05-01
Ride Hard Ride Smart written by Pat Hahn and has been published by Motorbooks this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2004-05-01 with Transportation categories.
Ride Hard, Ride Smart is a practical, hands-on survival guide for the average motorcyclist. This book provides advanced survival and safety strategies for the developing rider. The vast wealth of knowledge and information developed by the motorcycle safety industry is bound into one chapter and one simple concept-the "three degrees of separation"-that sets the stage for the rest of the book. The three degrees of separation are riding strategies, training and skills, and protective gear-the things that separate the rider from death and injury. Hahn rates motorcycle risk and riding on a scale of one to ten, ten being mere moments away from certain death, and one being home safe in bed. Every motorcycle ride falls somewhere in between. Using the three degrees of separation, a rider can get the risk level down to a controllable level, creating the safest possible situation on a moving motorcycle.
How To Ride A Motorcycle A Rider S Guide To Strategy Safety And Skill Development
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Author : Pat Hahn
language : en
Publisher:
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How To Ride A Motorcycle A Rider S Guide To Strategy Safety And Skill Development written by Pat Hahn and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on with Motor cycle riding categories.
A beginner's manual especially geared to the needs of entry-level riders, this book provides all the basic instruction necessary to become a motorcycle rider with an emphasis on the challenges faced by neophyte riders. Starting at neophyte level and evolving into a serious, intelligent expert, How to Ride a Motorcycle tells the reader how to be a motorcycle rider with a strong emphasis on safety and big-picture strategy ("think about it this way" as opposed to "do this.")
Motorcycle Dream Ride
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Author : David Mixson
language : en
Publisher: David Mixson
Release Date : 2021-11-21
Motorcycle Dream Ride written by David Mixson and has been published by David Mixson this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2021-11-21 with categories.
"When Mike mentioned the idea of riding our motorcycles from Alabama to Alaska, I laughed. Three days later, I told him that I thought we should do it." - David Mixson Why is it that we make lame excuses of why we can't live our BIG DREAMS? Our journey from Alabama to Alaska was less about making it there-and more about discovering things about ourselves we didn't know. It was about uncovering goodness that often goes unnoticed. It was about doing what we weren't sure was possible. It was about overcoming FEAR. Here's what one reader said: "Wow! You were in Hyder, Alaska before I put the book down the first time! Your narrative made me feel like I was almost there with you. I really appreciate the insights during the prep, the ride, and in hindsight. The best part is that you've made me excited about pursuing my own BIG DREAM. I would definitely recommend this book to anyone that has a dream or who enjoys riding. Thank you for sharing your adventure!" - Lisa (a reader in Birmingham) I wrote ride reports at the end of each day and posted them online for friends and family to read. But I only told part of the story. This book peels back the layers and describes what was really going through my head before, during, and after our ride. This book took me over five years to finish. In many ways, that's a blessing because it allowed me to remember the adventure at a pace I could appreciate and honor. - David Mixson Motorcycle Dream Ride is the second book in the "Motorcycle Smarts" book series.
Motorcycling The Right Way
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Author : Ken Condon
language : en
Publisher: Fox Chapel Publishing
Release Date : 2015-04-21
Motorcycling The Right Way written by Ken Condon and has been published by Fox Chapel Publishing this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2015-04-21 with Transportation categories.
Expert motorcyclist and author Ken Condon knows there is a right way to hit the road and track when you're behind the handlebars. In this new book Motorcycling the Right Way, Condon lays out a basic riding course for motorcyclists who are smart enough to acknowledge that "you don't know what you don't know." In setting forth the keys to riding safely and well, Condon's method capitalizes on reducing risks and potential crashes and increasing the rider's ever-improving skills and situational awareness. Filled with readable, useful advice and anecdotes from the road, Motorcycling the Right Way will be welcomed by beginners and returning riders, as well as experienced riders who are interested in learning more on the journey.-Adding new tools to the rider's bag: multitasking, sensory intelligence, self and situational awareness, risk smarts, visibility, and attitude adjustment-Improving the rider's ability to perceive danger, size up risks, and mentally prepare for the road-Expert advice on handling the bike, cornering, traction, braking, and turning-A sobering look at crashing and handling the aftermath of an accident-Special sections on dirt riding, group rides, highway riding, nighttime riding, passengers-The right way to avoid hazards and deal with perilous obstacles and road conditions
The Women S Guide To Motorcycling
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Author : Lynda Lahman
language : en
Publisher: Fox Chapel Publishing
Release Date : 2016-06-28
The Women S Guide To Motorcycling written by Lynda Lahman and has been published by Fox Chapel Publishing this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2016-06-28 with Transportation categories.
Recent statistics show that approximately 12 percent of motorcycle owners are women and that close to 25 percent of motorcycle riders are women. While it’s still a male-dominated field, the number of female bikers has increased by more than 25 percent in just five years, showing that women have a strong presence on two wheels. In The Women’s Guide to Motorcycling, author Lynda Lahman, herself a motorcycle owner and rider, provides a comprehensive look at motorcycling techniques, street smarts, and safety concerns while addressing female-specific challenges as well as issues that all bikers face from a female point of view. INSIDE The Women’s Guide to Motorcycling Anecdotes from female motorcycle enthusiasts, riders, and owners, including the author’s own story Women as a growing presence among riders, including notable names of the past and present Motorcycle skills from basic to advanced, appropriate for bikers of all levels of experience and expertise The physical and mental aspects of riding Considerations for choosing a bike, such as seat height and weight distribution, and female-appropriate gear A primer on proper maintenance and dealing with mechanical problems Different types of riding, such as sport, racing, touring, long distance, and off road Getting more out of the sport through involvement in clubs, forums, charity events, and mentoring new riders
Mastering The Ride
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Author : David L. Hough
language : en
Publisher: Fox Chapel Publishing
Release Date : 2012-07-24
Mastering The Ride written by David L. Hough and has been published by Fox Chapel Publishing this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2012-07-24 with Transportation categories.
Best-selling author David Hough is the anti-bad ass of motorcyclists, a serious down-to-earth master of two- (and three-) wheeled street rods who is interested in the safety and road smarts of his fellow motorcyclists. Mastering the Ride is his follow-up book to one that put him on the map, Proficient Motorcycling, and it goes one better. For motorcyclists ready to take their rides to the next level, Mastering the Ride is an exhilarating course in skills, safety, and common sense. Hough's writing style is straightforward and conversational, never professorial, preachy, or boring. With instructional color photographs and drawings, the book covers improving the rider's skills of speed and passing on superslabs, mountain roads, and city streets; anticipating and handling street and road hazards, from treacherous tar snakes to lane-weaving drivers; and learning the limits of sight distances, executing quick stops at sudden hazards as well as curves. The book devotes two full chapters to the skills involved in mastering cornering, with specific advice about rolling on and off the throttle, shifting, braking, countersteering, body steering and positioning, and cornering lines.In the chapter "Mastering the Art of Conspicuity," Hough recommends riders understand and employ conspicuity, that is understanding how motorcyclists and car drivers see their surroundings and getting others to see you on the road by use of hi-viz clothing, LED lights, and other gear. The key to safety rests in increased situational awareness;the topic of the next chapter;the ability to predict how road events will unfold by thinking through the possibilities way before a potential hazard presents itself. Thanks to Hough's direct and specific instructions to riders for what they need to know, to improve, to avoid, and to do every time they get on their bikes, this chapter and the skills it describes are nothing short of life-saving.In short, Mastering the Ride is a crash course in how not to crash;that is, after all is read and done, what every motorcyclists must avoid for his own life and the lives of others on the road. As Eric Trow, a motorcycle safety journalist and instructor states on the back cover, "Mastering the Ride should be required reading for every road-going motorcyclist and become the companion of any rider serious about advancing his or her road craft." Voni Glaves, the record-setting million-mile BMW rider, is a long-time Hough fan who relied on Hough's "wisdom" back in the 1970s when the author was a columnist. "The latest from David brings together his years of experience and his unique analysis to make the case for mastery in a conversational way that makes [Mastering the Ride] impossible to put down. The breadth and depth of the information;is astounding."A section on the aging rider, including ways to compensate for older riders' slower reaction times and readapting their skills, is included in the appendix, as is a travelogue of Hough's road trips to some of his favorite locations. A glossary, resources section, and index complete the book.