Shows you techniques on how to develop real world skills for speed, safety and confidence on the street and track.

Riding motorcycles is fun, but author Ken Condon maintains that there is a state of consciousness to be achieved beyond the simple pleasure of riding down the road. Riding in the Zone helps riders find that state of being. It's the experience of being physically and mentally present in the moment, where every sense is sharply attuned to the ride. Your mind becomes silent to the chatter of daily life, and everyday problems seem to dissolve. You feel a deeper appreciation for life. Your body responds to this state of being with precise, fluid movements, you feel in balance, your muscles are relaxed, and it seems as though every input you make is an expression of mastery. This is "the Zone." Condon identifies all of the factors that affect entering the Zone and addresses each one individually, from the development of awareness and mental skills to mastering physical control of the motorcycle. At the end of each chapter are drills designed to transform the book's ideas into solid, practical riding skills. Riding in the Zone takes riders to the next level in their skill set.

Discusses aspects of motorcycle racing such as bike selection, riding techniques, and types of competitions.

This is revision #2 and is a complete and comprehensive description of the advanced riding & racing techniques used by professional motorcycle road racers. Everything from basic racing lines, throttle control, proper gear selection, crash avoidance and trail braking in the turns, just to mention a few, are covered in this book. Abundant diagrams help visualize the techniques and theories described. The information in this book has been complied over 40 years of Ed Bargy's involvement in motorcycle road racing. It is also the main text book used in the Ed Bargy Racing Schools