Performance Riding Techniques
The MotoGP Manual of Track Riding Skills
Published on 22. June 2006
Book
Hardback
176 pages
978-1-84425-343-2 (ISBN)
Description
An official book published in association with MotoGP rights holder Dorna SL, this practical guide to motorcycle racing technique is aimed at racing and track day enthusiasts at all levels. From starting and accelerating to braking, cornering, overtaking and even crashing, this book combines expert advice from an experienced coach with tips and anecdotes from top riders. Presented in a large format and fully-illustrated throughout in colour, this is the authoritative guide to improving your racing technique and performance on the track.
More details
Language
English
Place of publication
Somerset
United Kingdom
Publishing group
Haynes Publishing Group
Product notice
Paper over boards
Illustrations
300 colour illustrations
Dimensions
Height: 270 mm
Width: 210 mm
ISBN-13
978-1-84425-343-2 (9781844253432)
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Schweitzer Classification
Other editions
New editions
Book
07/2009
2nd Edition
J H Haynes & Co Ltd
€44.75
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Person
Andy Ibbott is an experienced journalist and former road test editor of Motor Cycle News. He was the first British coach employed in the UK by the California Superbike School, which has expanded all over the world and now operates motorcycling courses at Silverstone, Brands Hatch and Cadwell Park. Nowadays, Andy coaches Tom Luthi, who became 125cc World Champion in 2005, and has also worked recently with James Toseland and Chris Vermeulen.
Content
Expert advice from an experienced motorcycle racing coach. Preparation and qualifying. Starting, accelerating and braking. Cornering, steering and sliding. Conserving and crashing. Outwitting, overtaking and winning. Climate control - special techniques for extremes of heat, cold and wet. Anecdotes and advice from top riders.