Following on from The Bike Book and The Car Book, this illustrated volume provides a comprehensive reference for motorcycle owners and enthusiasts, and is aimed in particular at those who are new to the biking scene. It should also be useful to anyone contemplating buying their first motorcycle. It features advice on how to choose a bike, and hints on how to pass the motorcycle test and obtain a licence. It discusses basic motorcycle maintenance, and there is information on suitable clothing, security, accessories, tyres, looking after a bike and getting to know a bike's engine and chassis. The text is illustrated with colour photographs and diagrams.