The MSF Guide to Motorcycle Excellence is expanded in the second
edition. The MSF Motorcycle Book is the most authoritative book ever
published on safe riding techniques and strategies for current and
prospective motorcyclists who want to learn motorcycle riding techniques.
In a clear, engaging style with detailed diagrams and extensive
full-color photographs and illustrations, the MSF Motorcycle Safety Book
covers rider attitude, protective riding gear, pre-ride inspection,
maintenance, and troubleshooting, as well as basic and advanced street
skills.
Tips on how to create a "space cushion" to avoid traffic hazards; stop
quickly; countersteer for better control; manage traction; position your
body for smoother, more consistent riding; travel skillfully and safely
in a group; maneuver effectively and efficiently in off-highway riding;
and much more, are included.
This new edition also features advice from legendary racers Kevin
Schwantz, Nick Ienatsch, Freddie Spencer, Rich Oliver, and Reg Pridmore,
as well as contributions from Erik Buell on motorcycle geometry, Keith
Code on countersteering, and Paul Thede on suspension adjustment, among
other experts.
Softbound 8.25" x 10.5" 176pp. w/color illustrations
Founded in 1973, the Motorcycle Safety Foundation (MSF) is recognized
internationally for its rider-training curriculum, which has been used
worldwide by thousands of trainers in teaching more than three million
motorcyclists the skills necessary to stay safe and have fun on the
road. This book is the essence of what the MSF has learned about
teaching students of all ages and experience levels. It is the
definitive reference for the sporta perfect refresher for anyone who
has ever taken an MSF course, and an eye-opener for those who haven't.
As the MSF likes to remind us, "The More You Know, The Better It Gets!"
This new edition of Motorcycling Excellence provides the opportunity for
every motorcyclist to discover for him or herself the thrills and joys
of "riding right" by getting the best from self and machine.
Contents
Acknowledgments
Introduction: Learning to Ride
Chapter 1: The Challenge of Motorcycling
Chapter 2: Basic Riding Skills
Chapter 3: Mental Preparation
Chapter 4: Riding Straight
Chapter 5: Protective Riding Gear
Chapter 6: Inspection, Care, & Troubleshooting
Chapter 7: Street Strategies & the Visual Edge
Chapter 8: Street Strategies At Work
Chapter 9: Special Situations
Chapter 10: Group Riding
Chapter 11: Traction
Chapter 12: The Traction-Pie Analogy
Chapter 13: Countersteering
Chapter 14: Cornering
Chapter 15: Low & High-Speed Turning
Chapter 16: Off-Highway Riding
Appendix
Index
