Proficient Motorcycling: The Ultimate Guide to Riding Well: Amazon.ca: David L. Hough: Books

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Reading Proficient Motorcycling can significantly reduce risks by teaching people how to ride safer and smarter.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Very helpful for a newbie rider like me., Nov 8 2003

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Erik Olson "Seeker Reviews" (Ridgefield, WA United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Proficient Motorcycling: The Ultimate Guide to Riding Well (Paperback)

Until recently, I've never had the desire to ride a motorcycle, mainly because I was afraid of becoming an organ donor. However, that suddenly changed a couple of months back, probably due to turning 37 and sitting through a marathon viewing session of "American Chopper" episodes. So, I began to shop around for a bike that would fit me, and at the same time I tapped into all the informational sources I could find about motorcycling (friends, the Web, etc.). "Proficient Motorcycling" was one of the first books I read, and I bought it based on the good reviews I saw on Amazon.com.

It was my desire to arm myself with as much knowledge and hands-on riding skills as possible before swinging a leg over the motorcycle I finally settled upon (a Harley-Davidson Fat Boy). I signed up at a local Harley-Davidson dealer for a "Rider's Edge" class, and "Proficient Motorcycling" was an excellent supplement to the MSF course materials. Indeed, Mr. Hough recommends taking an MSF course, and frankly I can't imagine a novice trying to ride without formal instruction.

The techniques that Mr. Hough advocates in "Proficient Motorcycling" have made me a better AND safer rider. I feel more confident riding my new H-D, and therefore I'm able to enjoy my road-time that much more. I've already started reading the book's sequel "More Proficient Motorcycling: Mastering the Ride" to build upon what I've learned so far. If you want to be a good motorcyclist (and not a "donor-cyclist"), then by all means dive into "Proficient Motorcycling."

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5.0 out of 5 stars Must Read For The Mature Rider, May 24 2002

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Mark C. (LAKE OSWEGO, OR United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Proficient Motorcycling: The Ultimate Guide to Riding Well (Paperback)

As a 45 year old just starting to ride, this book was perfect. Despite the warnings from others, I discovered in this book that motorcycle riding can be safe and enjoyable. The strategies presented are sound and easy to understand. The diagrams are great and the read is simple.

Read this book and stay alive!

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5.0 out of 5 stars Manditory Reading, April 6 2002

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H. G. Ormond "Shady Grady" (NC) - See all my reviews
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This book, combined with a Motorcycle Safety Foundation class, is one of the best indroductions to safe motorcycle riding techniques. I highly recommend it.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Required reading for any motorcyclist
I spent $800 to take a motorcycle course with 3 days of classroom and 3 days of riding. I bought this book afterward and I think they must have based all their classroom around... Read more

Published 9 months ago by p00psicle

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent all experience level book
This is a book you'll need to read before each season. Breaks complex items down so they are simple. It has made me a much safer more confident rider. Well worth the money.

Published 12 months ago by Mark