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Proficient Motorcycling, 3rd Edition: The Ultimate Guide to Riding Well

by David L. Hough

Motorcycling skills, safety, and preparation

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Motorcycling skills, safety, and preparation

David L. Hough’s guide brings practical riding topics together, from getting started and understanding motorcycle types and gear to handling unexpected situations on the road. The third edition expands its coverage with motorcycle exercises intended to build skill and confidence, alongside updated reference charts, statistics, a glossary, and an index. Its scope connects rider preparation and safety with the handling skills used during a ride, making it a broad reference for developing and maintaining sound riding practices.

Good fit for readers who enjoy

  • Motorcyclists who want to sharpen their handling skills or review safety practices.
  • New riders seeking an introduction to motorcycle gear, bike types, and getting started.
  • Riders who value practical exercises and reference material on motorcycle riding.

Themes

Motorcycle handling and skill developmentRiding safety and accident avoidanceRider preparation and equipmentMotorcycle types and gear

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Book overview

The book, Proficient Motorcycling, Third Edition: The Ultimate Guide to Riding Well is essential reading for all motorcyclists regardless of their years of experience. Author David L. Hough, a revered motorcycle author, columnist, and riding-safety consultant, lays out a clear course for all riders who want to sharpen their handling skills and improve their rides. In this third edition, each chapter has been updated and expanded to include information on getting started riding, general safety, a description of motorcycle gears and types of motorcycles along with equipment that can be added to the bike. Still in full color, this book still offers the sage advice from a riding master on what they need to do to be prepared for anything on the road, how to avoid accidents and how to handle the unexpected. There is an added section featuring exercises to do with the motorcycle to gain skill and confidence on the road and an appendix which features charts and graphs with updated information and statistics on riding motorcycles. The glossary and index have all been updated as well. Learn to ride safely with this ultimate motorcycling guide.

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