Adventure Riding Techniques by Robert Wickes |
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 Adventure Riding Techniques is the follow-on book from Robert Wickes first book, the much acclaimed Adventure Motorcycling published by same company - Haynes. This new hardback tome claims to be the definitive guide to the specialist skills needed for off-road adventure riding. One of the reasons is that Wickes has consulted with some of the top adventure motorcyclists in the world, men like Simon Pavey who has taken part in the gruelling Dakar race. It is also co-written with Greg Baker a man with masses of experience in all terrains. It is well written to give the reader the confidence necessary to undertake a long-distance adventure ride, whatever the conditions. Unlike a lot of ‘manuals’ it takes a practical approach to adventure bike basics, riding techniques, crossing different types of terrain, riding positions and bike fitness. Just like many other publications from the Haynes imprint, each chapter is picture-led and the step-by-step instructions, allow you to practice the various techniques shown in the 175 pages, which also include survival techniques for those time when it has all gone wrong! I have to say that like any book on riding skills even the road rider can learn something which one day may help them Good quality, easy to read and use and well worth the £19.99 cover price. ISBN 978 1 84425 572 6 Available from all good bookshops or direct from www.haynes.co.uk Review by Ian Kerr
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