Adventure Motorcycling: Everything You Need to Plan and Complete the Journey of a Lifetime [Hardcover]

Robert Wicks (Author), Ted Simon (Foreword)

Book Description

Publication Date: April 15, 2008

This book is designed to fill the reader with the confidence to plan and undertake a journey that he might otherwise not have thought possible. It will appeal to the person who has the means, both financially and otherwise, to consider a motorcycle adventure, as well as to those who might never be able to do so. In this way it will be both inspirational and aspirational. The book delivers a practical and simple approach to planning for and embarking on a successful adventure on two wheels. A motorcycle journey of this sort is a significant undertaking and guiding the reader in the best possible way through the planning process is where the book’s unique difference lies, providing insightful information, handy tips and specific, relevant information that first-time adventure riders will need to know.

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Book Description

This book is designed to fill the reader with the confidence to plan and undertake a journey that he might otherwise not have thought possible. It will appeal to the person who has the means, both financially and otherwise, to consider a motorcycle adventure, as well as to those who might never be able to do so. The book delivers a practical and simple approach to planning for and embarking on a successful adventure on two wheels. A motorcycle journey of this sort is a significant undertaking and guiding the reader in the best possible way through the planning process is where the book’s unique difference lies, providing insightful information, handy tips and specific, relevant information that first-time adventure riders will need to know.

About the Author

Robert Wicks, commercial and sponsorship manager for Suzuki in both the British Superbike and MotoGP One Championships, is an avid motorcycle adventurer who has traveled to more than 40 countries including Africa. He lives in Verwood, Dorset, England.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 176 pages
• Publisher: Haynes Publishing (April 15, 2008)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1844254356
• ISBN-13: 978-1844254354
• Product Dimensions: 10.7 x 8.4 x 0.8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.9 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.4 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (7 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #420,494 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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14 of 14 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars An excellent addition to the genre, December 26, 2008

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Derek Schin - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Adventure Motorcycling: Everything You Need to Plan and Complete the Journey of a Lifetime (Hardcover)

It was very easy for me to arrive at my rating for this book; it's better than Riding the World: The Biker's Road Map for a Seven Continent Adventure but not quite as good as the Adventure Motorcycling Handbook, 5th: Worldwide Motorcycling Route & Planning Guide (Trailblazer).

However, I certainly recommend buying this book in addition to the AMH, especially if you truly are planning a long-distance motorcycle ride. The book is well-designed and has many fantastic photos from around the world. The advice is very helpful, and even if it doesn't cram quite as much actual advice in as the AMH, it's still an extremely valuable resource. Well-written and researched, this book deserves to be on your shelf.

Even if you're only dreaming of a long ride before you get this book, actually reading it and poring over the beautiful pictures will push you over the brink. Back to planning my route...

10 of 10 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars adventure riding book review, October 8, 2008

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G. Neuenfeldt (Denver, Co.) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Adventure Motorcycling: Everything You Need to Plan and Complete the Journey of a Lifetime (Hardcover)

Having ridden off-road the length of Baja in Mexico and done other adventure riding, I've been looking for books on the subject. This book seems to be one of the better ones out there, and covers a majority of the information needed to have a successful ride in and to other countries. The photography is also very good. I recommend it.

10 of 10 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Adventure Motorcycling by R. Wick, September 16, 2008

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This review is from: Adventure Motorcycling: Everything You Need to Plan and Complete the Journey of a Lifetime (Hardcover)

This is an excellent book for anyone wanting to get into adventure motorcycling (or just dreaming about it). It has all the info you need to get started planning and what you need to know before you go as well as what you need to take with you. It is well thought out and written, and even includes three ride summaries in the back. Lots of great color photos too. I recommend this book for everyone.