Description
Book SynopsisFew 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.
Table of ContentsIntroduction. Part I: The Mysterious World of Motorcycling.
Chapter 1: The Allure of Motorcycling: Six Million Motorcyclists Can’t Be Wrong.
Chapter 2: From the First Wooden Horse to Today’s Iron Pony.
Chapter 3: You Wouldn’t Fly a Jet Without Training, Would You?
Part II: Welcome to the Club.
Chapter 4: Bikes and Biker Culture: You Are What You Ride.
Chapter 5: Dress for Success.
Chapter 6: Leather and Lace: Women in Motorcycling.
Chapter 7: What to Do if Your Kid Wants to Ride Too.
Part III: You and Your Machine.
Chapter 8: First Bikes.
Chapter 9: Buying a Bike: What You Must Know.
Chapter 10: Ensuring You’re Insured.
Chapter 11: Keeping Your Bike in Tiptop Shape.
Chapter 12: Customizing: How to Make Your Bike Your Own.
Part IV: Let’s Ride!
Chapter 13: Preparing to Hit the Road.
Chapter 14: Street Survival: Staying Safe.
Chapter 15: Advanced Riding Techniques: Staying Safer.
Chapter 16: Exploring by Motorcycle.
Chapter 17: Travel Tips: What You Need to Know from Weather to Luggage.
Part V: The Part of Tens.
Chapter 18: Ten (Plus One) Can’t-Miss Events.
Chapter 19: Ten Great Motorcycling Groups.
Chapter 20: Ten Great People in Motorcycling.
Chapter 21: Ten Must-See Motorcycling Movies.
Part VI: Appendixes.
Appendix A: A Motorcycling Glossary: Talking the Talk.
Appendix B: State Motorcycling Laws.
Appendix C: A Motorcyclist’s Resource Guide.
Index.
