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 enlarge | Author: Chris Scott
Publisher: Trailblazer Publications
Category: Book
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Rating:  18 reviews
Sales Rank: 14050
Media: Paperback
Edition: 5th
Number Of Items: 1
Pages: 288
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Dimensions (in): 8.1 x 5.4 x 0.9
ISBN: 1873756801
Dewey Decimal Number: 910.202
EAN: 9781873756805
ASIN: 1873756801
Publication Date: August 1, 2005
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 Great starter book July 21, 2007
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
I have to say, I read this book cover to cover. I was surprised how up to date it was. I've been motorcycling for a few years for general transportation and fun. I started getting interested in adventure motorcycling this past year. I like to get off the normal tourist routes when I travel and adventure motorcycling looked like a great way to to see some parts of the world.
The book does a good job of covering all the major topics - picking a bike (it reviews 10-15 of them), what to wear, items to bring, how to pack, gear, typical mechanical issues to expect, safety, border crossings, etc. It also covers popular routes in different regions of the world. These sections are okay, but they really didn't have enough depth for me to decide where I might want to go. It only acts as a stating point. Then again, I'm sure there's TONs of routes to take per country, so I can't imagine it would be easy to add more detail to any level of comprehensivness. If the author reads this - a set of top 10 routes might be nice, especially if it included a rating system for different attributes. The second half of the book is made up of 2-5 pages short stories or diaries from riders. These stories were the best part of the whole book. I wish there were more because they're very interesting and you learn from those as well. They really leave you wanting to go out and hit the road.
One of the best two books in motorcycle travel April 25, 2007
0 out of 3 found this review helpful
This book is the starting point of any motorcycle adventure. It will give you great advise and everything you need to know. This book along Riding the World are the must haves for any rider in the dual sport category. Buy it, you won't regret it.
ESSENTIAL!! March 31, 2007
This book really is the bible if you're planning a trip. Yes, you can probably get all this info from websites, but it won't be so clearly laid out and thorough. An absolute must!
A must have if you are planning a trip March 12, 2007
1 out of 5 found this review helpful
Even though I am keeping my trip within the US and Canada, I found this book very interesting and helpful. If you are planning a motorcycle trip, this would be my first stop.
Excellent!!! November 29, 2006
3 out of 8 found this review helpful
I'll keep this straight to the point.....plain and simple, if your going touring or adventure riding get this book. Covers everything a-z.
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