Motorcycles: So You Think You Want to Ride

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    •   Author: Kenneth S. Obenski, P.E.
   •   ISBN 10: 1-936360-24-1
   •   ISBN 13: 978-1-936360-24-6
   •   Copyright Date Ed: February 17, 2014
   •   Pages: 64
   •   Binding Information: Softbound
   •   Size: 6 X 9 Inches (US)

For the prospective motorcycle rider. Helps you understand the risks and joys of motorcycle riding from a fellow rider and accident reconstructionist.

Kenneth S. Obenski, P.E. explains the appeal of motorcycle riding, as well as the dangers. Drawing on over 50 years of experience as a rider and accident reconstructionist, Obenski covers topics like steering, rider protection, highway safety, and conspicuity. Included in this book of practical advice for the interested motorcycle rider are war stories from Obenski's own life and career. These include a bumpy trip through the 405 in Los Angeles, crashing at low speed, and getting soaked by a rain storm prior to testifying in court.

About the Author

Foreword

Chapter 1: Why the Heck Do People Ride Those Damn Things?

Chapter 2: Weather

Chapter 3: Safety

Chapter 4: Conspicuity

Chapter 5: The Mystery of Steering

Chapter 6: Performance

Chapter 7: Highway Factors

Chapter 8: Rider Factors

Chapter 9: Crash Protection

Chapter 10: Maintenance

Chapter 11: So, What Should I Buy?

Chapter 12: Options

Chapter 13: How to Ride

Glossary

Motorcycles: So You Think You Want to Ride

Obenski presents readers with a informative look at the benefits and risks of transport by motorcycle. He declares that the book is not intended to school would-be riders in how or what to ride, but rather to help them decide if motorcycling is for them. The thirteen chapters include weather, safety, steering, highway factors, rider factors, crash protection, maintenance, purchasing, options, and how to ride. Ken Obenski is a retired forensic engineer, author, and motorcycle enthusiast.