The Essential Guide to Motorcycle Travel: Tips, Technology, Advanced Techniques
| Author | : | |
| Rating | : | 4.61 (782 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 1884313590 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 192 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2015-09-22 |
| Language | : | English |
DESCRIPTION:
Dale Coyner is the owner of Open Road Outfitters, a motorcycle accessory shop in Sterling, Virginia. He is a member of the Governor's Motorcycle Advisory Council for the Commonwealth of Virginia and the author/photographer of Motorcycle Journeys Through the Appalachians, a popular guide for enthusiasts planning trips through the region.
About the AuthorDale Coyner is the owner of Open Road Outfitters, a motorcycle accessory shop in Sterling, Virginia. He is a member of the Governor's Motorcycle Advisory Council for the Commonwealth of Virginia and the author/photographer of Motorcycle Journeys Through the Appalachians, a popular guide for enthusiasts planning trips through the region.
Excellent for new travelers, and a good review for the experienced folks L. Caplan I have been riding motorcycles since 1995. During that time I've taken several trips, from 1 day jaunts around the Chesapeake Bay to journeys of 2 weeks. During these trips I made some mistakes, and learned some new ways of doing things to make the next trip better. I've also received a lot of advice (mostly good) from people, either in person, or from various internet groups and e-mail lists. A lot of the information that I learned, to make motorcycle travel easier and more fun is in Dale Coyner's book. He starts with. James R. Breed said This is the book I wish I'd had when I started touring.. Imagine that you are in your late This is the book I wish I'd had when I started touring. Imagine that you are in your late 30s, you've never owned a motorcycle in your life, and you want to begin motorcycle touring. Where would you begin to find out? That is the dilemma that I had when I first got into the sport, eleven years and 100,000 miles ago. Mostly, I got information from word of mouth, members of our local BMW club, and blind experimentation.Someone starting out today, however, would not have as hard a time getting started because of Dale Conyer's wonderful new book, the Essential Guide to Motorcyc. 0s, you've never owned a motorcycle in your life, and you want to begin motorcycle touring. Where would you begin to find out? That is the dilemma that I had when I first got into the sport, eleven years and 100,000 miles ago. Mostly, I got information from word of mouth, members of our local BMW club, and blind experimentation.Someone starting out today, however, would not have as hard a time getting started because of Dale Conyer's wonderful new book, the Essential Guide to Motorcyc. Wanna be inspired to travel the world on your bike? Get this book!! TraderJim I rarely write reviews for Amazon, but felt compelled to do so here. I recently bought a BMW F800ST (sport-tourer), and got the bug to read up on possibly doing a cross-country trip next spring or fall. Dale covers absolutely everything you need to know. From preparing your bike, to buying what you need to take a trip on it (from weekend jaunts to several months), to preparing yourself (both mental and physical), to proper clothing (get a one-piece riding suit--or some other type of armor-reinforced jacket and pants--a
This book is written to help motorcyclists prepare themselves and their motorcycles for traveling long distances over extended periods. Over 250 full-color photographs illustrate riding gear, accessories, and modifications that will make any motorcycle adventure the trip of a lifetime.. Coyner lays out the steps for planning a worry-free, fun trip. An appropriate level of planning for a long motorcycle trip can help maximize enjoyment and minimize irritating annoyances on the road. Whether you are getting ready for a weekend trip beyond your home turf or for a transcontinental odyssey lasting several years, Coyner's book details the fundamentals for riding in comfort, safety, and convenience. In three major sections, the book covers trip planning, rider preparation, and outfitting the motorcycle