No comments about Suzuki GSX-R600 '01 to '03, GSX-R750 '00 to '03, GSX-R1000 '01-'02 (Haynes Service & Repair Manual).

No comments about Motorcycle Legends.

No comments about Honda Cr125R 1992-1997, Cr250R 1992-1996 (Clymer Motorcycle Repair) (Clymer Motorcycle Repair).

No comments about Harley-Davidson Sportsters 1965-76 Performance Portfolio.

No comments about Suzuki GS/GSX 550 4-Valve Fours Owners Workshop Manual: 83-88 (Owners Workshop Manual).

1 comments about Haynes Honda Gold Wing 1500: 1988 Thru 2000.

1. Good basic book. It may not be exact in some cases but you can use it to get the work done for the most part.
   Lots of good illustrations and step by step instructions.

1 comments about Anatomy of the Chopper.

1. Doug Mitchel has already photographed and chronicled other books on the topic of motorcycles and bicycles - and if his name sounds familiar, it's because it also appears on articles he's contributed to Hot Rod Bikes, Harley Women, and others. Here full-page color photos of selected choppers supplement discussions of design choices, specs, and features, including reviews of specialty makers who prefer unusual clients. Descriptions are as exact as tank making methods for unique designs, unusual powerful cycle systems by custom makers, and survey of companies on the cutting edge of chopper production. It's a chopper fan's dream guide.
   
   Diane C. Donovan
   California Bookwatch

1 comments about ATV Projects: Get the Most Out of Your All Terrain Vehicle (Motorbooks Workshop).

1. This book provides exelent infomation to atv beginners. Some of the
   chapters,, i found not be be aplicable for my part of the world , but
   the others where quite informative. If you are new to the ATV world i will say go for it...

5 comments about Motorcycle Touring and Travel: A Handbook of Travel by Motorcycle, Second Ed.

1. I found Motorcycle Touring & Travel to be a valuable how-to book for learning the basics of travel by motorcycle. It is packed with real world tips that have greatly enhanced my riding pleasure. I still refer to it from time to time when looking for advice on buying motorcycle products.

   The author covers everything from choosing the right mtorcycle to selecting the right riding apparel. He also shows how to set up a bike and rider for comfort and safety. Little things make a big difference when traveling hundreds of miles in a day. Just discovering the Aerostitch Wind Triangle, for example, was enough to make the book worthwhile for me. It's amazing how protecting my neck with this little scarf improves my riding comfort. Thanks, Bill Stermer.

   I found that I had to read the book slowly and carefully otherwise it was easy to overlook the significance of certain statements. If there is a weakness to the book, this might be it. I am not certain if he oversimplified a complex subject or made the profound seem simple. For example, on page 140 he briefly discusses "target fixation". Although he mentions how "...mental discipline has saved me a number of times" the small amount of space devoted to this subject belies it vital nature. In my own experience target fixation can lead to a life and death situation, so I would have preferred more content to emphasize its importance. The grand scope of his book, however, may have limited the amount of space that he could devote to this and other subjects, so perhaps his is a reasonable compromise afterall.

   I was taught that the answer to most problems in life is foung in the basics, and in this, I believe, Mr. Stermer has succeeded. His statements are succinct and to the point and he covers a great deal of territory. I recommend his book to two types of riders: beginners who desire an overview of motorcycle touring; and more experienced riders who want to be spared having to find out on a trial and error basis what Bill Stermer already knows.




2. Save your money. This is a book for non bike owners, who want a cursory glance at the topic. The author spends too much of the book on non related areas. Engine types, selecting a bike, maintenence, and not enough real meat about the title topic. There are real issues related to traveling by two wheels in safety and comfort, with all the stuff you really need, over a long distance. These subjects are only superficially explored. And anyone who has ridden some of the machines he suggests would make good touring platforms, would know that they would be extreamly uncomfortable over any prolonged ride. Perhaps the authors idea of a tour is a one day hop to someplace, if so, most of his selctions might be adequate, but that really isn't the context of "touring". Another reviewer put it well when he said this book woulod make a better series of magazine articles which tend to be superficial in nature anyway. There are some good points made in the book. Unfortunately for the money they only comprise 20% of the material.



3. I bought this book before taking a 2,600 mile two week tour of seven western states on my SV650. I have owned 8 motorcycles, the first in 1973, so I thought I knew a lot. It was a very good book with lots of advice that saved me the purchase price many times over. It is a small investment that pays excellent dividends if you are planning a trip, unless you have a great deal of touring experience. I also reccomend it if you are considering a bike but don't know what you want.



4. I was hoping for some true insight into how and why you would want to cruise long distance on a motorcycle. Instead all it was a regurgitated collection of basic hints and tips about motorcycling in general that is available in even your basic owners manual. With topics such as "How to buy the right bike, and why it's important to check the oil." it was very apparent to me that Mr. Stermer was more interested in royalty checks, then shedding any light on this aspect of riding.

   Can you tell I didn't like it, and want to send it back.




5. This book is a good reference book for those just getting interested or just starting out in motorcycling. Most information contained in the book can be obtained through reading and forums on the web.

   Unless you know nothing of the motorcycleing world this would be good to read. Otherwise give it a miss.

1 comments about Racing Fuel For The Spirit: Inspirational Devotions and Stories for Motorcycle Riders.

1. This is an awesome devotional!
   I would recommend this book to anyone; not only to someone who loves motorcycles!
   Roy Jenkins has put his heart in this book & you can feel the love he has for the Lord on every page!
   
   This is a MUST-BUY!