motorcycle technical books

*The Essential Motorcycle Maintenance Guide
By Mark Zimmerman. Popular motorcycle journalist and author Mark Zimmerman brings a comfortable, conversational tone to his easy-to-understand explanations of how motorcycles work and how to maintain them and fix them when they don't. This practical tutorial covers all brands and styles of bikes, making it a perfect companion to the owner's service manual whether you need to use the step-by-step instructions for basic maintenance techniques to wrench on your bike yourself of just want to learn enough to become an informed customer at your local motorcycle service department. This book includes more than 500 color photos and a thorough index to make it an especially user-friendly reference for home motorcycle mechanics of all skill levels. Paperback, 8-1/4"x10-1/4", 240pg
Order Number #136364AE $29.95

*The Fiberglass Manual : A Practical Guide to the Use of Glass Reinforced Plastics
By Keith Noakes. Grass reinforced plastic or fiberglass is a composite material made from stands of glass and liquid resin. This versatile material is used in the construction of cars, trucks, motorcycles, boats and aircraft. Fiberglass is an easy material for the DIY modeler or repairer to use. Paperback, 8-1/4"x11-1/2", 128pp
Order Number #136593AE $24.95

Motorcycle Turbocharging, Supercharging & Nitrous Oxide
By Joe Haile. Practical advice for anyone looking to increase the power of their motorcycle through turbocharging or supercharging. This guide contains sections on ramair induction, fueling, electronic fuel injection, nitrous oxide, plus chapters on choosing the right bike for power boosting and factory turbo bikes. Paperback, 8-1/4"x 10-1/2", 200pg
Order Number #124554AE $19.95

*Haynes Motorcycle Workshop Practice Manual
Haynes. Essential information on how to use tools, fabricate components from metal and plastic, and tackle common motorcycle repairs. Paperback, 8 1/4" x 10 1/2", 144 pgs., 340 b&w ill.
Order Number #128151AM $39.95

*Haynes Motorcycle Electrical Manual
By A. Tranter. A comprehensive guide. Pub. 1979. Paperback, 8 1/4" x 10 3/4", 125 pgs., well-illustrated.
Order Number #128996AM $39.95

*Motorcycle Fuel Systems Techbook
Haynes.
Order Number #130364AM $39.95

*Motorcycle Basics Techbook
Haynes.
Order Number #135369AM $39.95

*How To Set Up Your Motorcycle Workshop
By Charles. Masi. From a corner of the garage set up for routine maintenance to a dream shop housing precious classic machines, How to Set Up Your Motorcycle the most of your space. Packed with easy-to-read practical advice, author Charles Masi walks the reader through designing, building, and equipping the workshop you need - whether you plan to restore, repair, and maintain you own bikes or hope to open a small commercial facility. How to Set Up Your Motorcycle Workshop starts by helping readers determine their work space and storage needs and create a shop layout that matches their budget. The author then addresses basics such as providing adequate electrical power, lighting, and heat and air conditioning. With the workshop design in place, Masi helps readers identify the must-have and want -to-have tools to appropriately equip the space. 2nd Edition. Paperback, 10-1/2"x 8-1/4", 160 pg
Order Number #135998AE $19.95

Motorcycle Design and Technology - How and Why
By Gaetano Cocco. Enhance your riding pleasure and hit the saddle with more awareness and understanding. Motorcycle Design and Technology explains the fundamental parameters that influence the function and behavior of the main parts of your motorcycle. Even the most informed reader will benefits from this complete presentation of technical support. In-depth text examines the physical phenomenon that make handling and control possible; discusses the geometrical parameters that determine behavior plus complete illustration of the main components of the motorcycle and their basic functioning Exceptional read. Hardcover, 10-1/4"x10-1/2",215pg
Order Number #129466AE $Ask

*Motorcycle Design and Technology Handbook
By Gaetano Cocco. Motorcyclists know that bikes are the point where the technologies of performance and the thrill of movement converge. But what is it abiut motorcycles that makes them perform in the dynamic, exhilarating way that they do? How can they stop so quickly? Motorcycle Design and Technology takes the rider under the sleek suefaces of the modem motorcycle to provide detailed answers to these questions and numerous others. Examines how things like friction, lean angles, centrifugal force, suspension loads, and other environmental forces influence motorcycle design. Paperback, 8-1/4"x 10-5/8", 160pg
Order Number #137440AP $24.95

Motorcycle Cruisers
By Tim Remus. Performance and Customizing Guide. Planning a motorcycle makeover? If so, here are a variety of expert modifications you can make to get the most out of your project. Detailed chapters provide information on: exhaust and carburetor changes and upgrades; extensive modifications to camshafts and turbots; upgrades to shocks and forks; brake modifications including new caliper and lines; plus information on paint, new fenders, accessories and more. Paperback, 8-1/2"x11", 144pg
Order Number #130731AE $24.95

Motorcycle Detailing Made Easy
David H. Jacobs,Jr. And you thought knew how to clean your bike. Think again! Dave Jacobs will teach you things you didn't even know you didn't know. Whether you want to return your bike to showroom condition, get it ready to sell, or prepare it all about. Plenty of photos are included to illustrate all the procedures. Learn the tricks that will help you make your bike look great and keep it looking great. Paperback, 8"x10", 160pg
Order Number #135196AE $19.95

*Motorcycle Fuel Injection Handbook
By Wade Adams. Motorbooks International. In the mid-1990s, fuel injection was available on only a handful of exotic, highbuck European motorcycles. Today it is the predominant motorcycle technology. Despite its prevalence, very few motorcyclist understand fuel injection. Motorcycle Fuel Injection Handbook dissects its mysteries, thoroughly explaining the technology from its origins through its subsequent development and examines ways to modify the technology for optimum performance. System from all the major manufacturers are included as are after-market products. Motorcycle Fuel injection Handbook discusses remapping tips, racing bike systems, and future development. It is the ultimate resource for those who want to master the most important motorcycle technology of our time. Paperback, 8-1/4"x10-5/8", 128pg
Order Number #136172AP $24.95

Motorcycle Maintenance
Mark Zimmerman. Tips & Techniques to keep your Motorcycle in top condition. Oil changes, Chain and sprocket maintenance, Brake repair, Fluid changes, Tire and wheels, Suspension Fixes and adjustment, troubleshooting tips. Paperback
Order Number #136364 $Ask

Motorcycle Tuning: Two-Stroke
By John Robinson
Order Number #111134C $Ask

Sportbike Performance Handbook
By Kevin Cameron. Get maximum performance from your sportbike. Cycle World columnist Kevin Cameron goes deep inside the world of power and speed. The performance guru offers his insight on how system works as well as how modifications and aftermarket trickery translate into more power and better handling on the street or at the track. Component by component, Cameron describes the secrets of speed in minute detail. Sportbike Performance Handbook is your key to building the perfect two-wheeled weapon. Paperback, 8-1/2"x 10-5/8", 160pg
Order Number #125118AP $21.95

101 Sportbike Performance Projects
By Evans Brasfield, with photography by Deen Groover, MBI Publishing. This informative book covers the entire spectrum of sportbike projects and is the perfect workshop companion for beginner, intermediate, and advanced riders. Sportbikes are the best-selling motorcycle in the world, and they are also the most modified. The vigorous riding that most of these bikes are subject to lends itself to project after project, with bodywork being front and center. Written by a formidable sporbike expert, 101 Sportbike Performance Projects is an invaluable reference for riders of all level of interest and mechanical skill and takes readers step-by-step through the most important and popular mods. Paperback, 8-1/4"x10-5/8", 224pg
Order Number #135742AP $29.95

*Two-Stroke Performance Tuning
By A. Graham Bell. Engine-tuning expert A. Graham Bell steers you through the various modifications that can be made to coax maximum useable power output and mechanical reliability from your two-stroke. Fully revised with the latest information on all areas of engine operation, from air and fuel, carburetion, ignition, cylinders, porting, reed and rotary valves, exhaust systems, dyno tuning, gearing, and more. 2nd Edition. Hardcover, 6-1/2"x9-1/4", 272pg
Order Number #129516AE $39.95

When The Light Turns Green: A Handbook of Motorcycle Drag Racing
By Tom Murpht. This complete guide to building and operating high-performance drag racing motorcycles including information on building and maintaining the engine, fuel system, electrical system, and gearing. Handy tips help you mentally prepare for racing, and a position. Plus, section show you how to find sponsors, sanctioning groups and classes. Paperback, 8"x 10", 160pg
Order Number #134801AE $19.95