Well i say DO NOT buy this or any book from amazon. The courier company (UPS) send it normaly to Athens airport and promptly send it back claiming there was no receiver. They sure know how to save money on fuel i think. Me and my house did not disapear all the sudden and all other parcel services still seem to find me. Was i not home on a midweek morning? Sure not. I was working. Did they leave a note that i have a package? Sure not. Did Amazon reply to my complaint mail? Nope. As a matter of fact they do not seem aware that they did never send me that book neither with what happened to my money. If you dare to order prefer send by normal post and not Courier. The Postman allways will find you. As for me, well i learned to oblige in a normal bookstore the hard way. To Amazon? I give the finger. ..I.

This book is a must for any rider. No matter how much one thinks they know, this book will make you better, safer and increase your enjoyment of riding on street. The details included make this worth ten times it's cost. It's very well written with many photos and illustrations. The author put a lot of effort in on this and the result is first class.

Excellent book. Very well organized with down to earth advise that easily translates from track to street riding techniques. That's perhaps one of the greatest strength's of this book: the reliance on great technique to make riding on the street safer and more fun. The chapter on braking alone is worth the entire book; but, hey, you get lots more between the covers. The writing is clear; the illustrations on point and the photographs first notch. A must for every rider's library.

This is a newbie book. Do not expect any intermediate or advanced tips. With that being said it does reinforce what I have preached but morons have contradicted. Use the rear break, stupid! No listen to me becuase I am faster then I have brains and crash all the time so I must be fast. I am stupid and you grab a fist full of brake and endo like a total loser like I did. Don't ride with idiots in the canyons. Pushing the limits in the canyons does not make you faster it makes you crash. Guys that crash every four months are not fast, only ignorant. This should be in the driver test handbook for all the lemmings following the morons knee draging off the cliffs to the morgue "every" weekend. Get lessons (from pro's not morons) and take it to the track.

I have read "Total Control" by Lee Parks "Motorcycling Excellence" by the MSF and the new second edition of "Proficient Motorcycling" by David Hough. All of these books were very good, and each touches on points that others don't hit, so I am glad to have read them all. Nevertheless, if I could give just one book to my son to read and learn from it would be "Sport Riding Techniques. I think that Nick Ienatsch does a superior job in breaking the key components of riding down to their related actions, whether it concern braking, steering, or riding through traffic.

This is a great book that will help improve your riding and smoothness.

This is the second book I read regarding riding techniques. The first book is Pridmore's "Smooth Riding the Pridmore Way" which is an excellent supplement. If you will only read one book, read Nick's Sport Riding Techniques.

Comparing the two, I would say Pridmore's book helps with the mechanical aspects of riding: Braking, shifting, turning, etc. Nick's book tends to be more about the mental game of riding, specifically on the street: Situational awareness, traffic, smoothness...

Both books are valuable, but Nick's book is the better, more valuable read.

Nick Ienatsch does a good job of explaining the skills required to ride a motorcycle and how to hone those skills. While it is written for sport bike riders others can benefit too. His explanation of available traction under different situations and maneuvers is crucial to riding a motorcycle and he does a great job of explaining the concept. The illustrations and photos are relevant and well done. I have bought several copies of this book and given to new riders.

This book is more for the advanced rider than for a beginner. It is a good follow up to David Hough's Street Survival.

I loved this book and the technical information it contained. If you can't ride year round then this book ia a reference to dust off your riding before you start the season is a must have.

Highly recommended reading for beginners through experiened riders. It is evident that the author has a genuine love for the sport and strong desire to improve the safety of those whom share his love. The book is well written, easy to understand with lots of great technical diagrams and photos.

This is a great book. The high quality of the presentation, including paper, binding, photos and organization make for an excellent coffee table browser. However, the real value is in the succinctly written nuggets of sport riding wisdom. If you're fairly new to motorcycles as I was when I picked this up, then I strongly recommend it. Start with a quick cover to cover read to get the general idea. Then go back and re-read each section very carefully, with a couple of rides in between to practice and understand everything explained. I feel that I improved significantly and that others in a similar situation will too.

A must for riders of all levels. As a rider for years I firmly believe it is always good for skills to practice and repractice you need to make sure your recations are right on in case of what ifs both on road and on the track. Every rider should read this book especially new riders info is faboulous and so are the photos!!

If you are going to buy only ONE book to help you with your understanding of motorcycle riding technique as well as safety, this is THE book! Even if you think you're above needing any book, because you're such a great natural rider, unless you are already riding through the corners at speed on track days without falling down, you should read this book, it will improve your skills and make you safer, as well as faster on the twisties! I also have Proficient Motorcycling, and this book is definitely superior in its explanations of how the bike responds to rider input, and what exactly that input should be, and the ways for you to refine it to be a smooth and confident and safer rider. It explains finding your turn apex and how to ride through it in a clearer manner, and I think is more easily understood. It also covers the mental side of safety which is awareness of one's surroundings, and how to recognize and prepare ahead of time for potentially dangerous situations. Proficient Motorcycling does this as well, and I would recommend that as your second book. But Sport Riding Techniques will teach you how to ride with more FINESSE.

If you have already read Hough's Proficient Motorcycling and are still hungry to learn more, Sport Riding Techniques is a great book. MUCH better than the Twist of the Wrist series, which is quite taxing and not very rewarding. However, neither this book nor any other can teach you how to drag a knee, slide your rear tire, etc. But it will show you why doing those things on the street is a bad idea. Highly recommened

Better than K Code's "A twist of the wrist". A must read for experienced and intermediate riders. Letting your friend teach you to ride is a mistake, take the Safety course, read this book and sign up for a track day.

This book should be mandatory for every sportbike rider. It starts off with the basics and gets into the meat of more advanced techniques to become a better rider on the street or racetrack. After mastering Nick's writings, get your hands on Andy Ibbott's "Performance Riding Techniques." Between these two books, you will have the best material on the market for advancing your riding skills to a significantly higher level. Great stuff!

I have read this book several times and implemented the techniques on 1000 miles of twisties in the Colorado mountains this past August. It made a huge difference in my riding. It's nice to know the proper techniques and I highly recommend it.

Being a motocross rider for the last 35 years, I thought I would have no problems when I decided to become a street rider also. Even though I felt comfortable right away on my new road bike, after reading Nick's book it all clicked..! I now ride safer, more in control, and when it comes time to tear up the twisties, I'm having more fun on my bike than I could have imagined..! Thanks Nick, great book.

Very solid book on high performance motorcycle riding techniques. Covers all the major aspects, as well as offers numerous drills that can convert the correct techniques into muscle memory. I rate this book as highly as the iconic Twist of the Wrist 2 by Keith Code. A must read if you ride a sports bike.

Excellent book. It leans a little more to the mechanical and physics of the ride than "Total Control" does. Glad I bought it.
As your experience develops, more truths in the book will reveal themselves.

this book goes threw almost everything you can learn from "reading a book" it tought me fundamentals of braking and throttle control that the mss doesnt go threw and simply applying what i read made me a much better rider

the language used is really simple so everybody understands it. gives a lot of techniques for new riders. good help. sometimes too much babble...but overall, worth it.

Sportsbike riders of all levels and experience can learn from these easy-to-follow tips. The format is simple and not too technical.

I found this book to be very helpful. I currently ride a sportsbike and just got back into riding after 15 years of not riding. The tips in this book were clear and made sense when I got out on the road and tried to execute them. It is also written in such a way that makes it an easy read and not too overly technical. Also, this book was recommended to me by the local sportbike motorcycle club in my area.

I found this book to be very helpful. I currently ride a sportsbike and just got back into riding after 15 years of not riding. The tips in this book were clear and made sense when I got out on the road and tried to execute them. It is also written in such a way that makes it an easy read and not too overly technical. Also, this book was recommended to me by the local sportbike motorcycle club in my area.

This book is great. It is written in a easy to understand format and that is what is important in a book. The imformation is gold, and it for sure helped me ride a lot better and to make the day more enjoyable.

Regardless of what you ride or how long you have ridden, this book will help you improve your skills.

If you are new to motorcycling or you just started riding a superbike, this is a must book for you. It is clearly written with lots of pictures and illustrations. After reading this book, I feel that my riding has improved dramatically due to all the tips this book offers. I highly recommend it.

When I purchased this book, I was hoping that by reading it I would aquire some tools to improve my street riding. I got exactly what I was hoping for, plus a bit more.

The chapters of the book takes you from the fundamentals of controlling a motorcycle, through rider attitude to track skills, and provides the information necessary for understanding your own limits as well as those of your bike.
Each chapter is concluded with a few pointers/lessons which are helpful in order to analyse and improve your riding.

I would recommend this book to any rider who takes an interest in knowing what it is you intuitively do when you get on your bike. Therefore also the very experienced riders would benefit from reading the book.

If you are new to motorcycling or you just started riding a superbike, this is a must book for you. It is clearly written with lots of pictures and illustrations. After reading this book, I feel that my riding has improved dramatically due to all the tips this book offers. I highly recommend it.

This is probably one of, if not the best motorcycle book to be written in the last decade. I have given this book to countless individuals that are either just learning to ride or are simply trying to become better riders.

As someone who instructs people professionally on the racetrack and who has also taught numerous people how to ride from scratch on the street, this book covers so much material in an easy to read and understand format while not getting over anyones head. This is an awesome book for guys, girls or anyone who is looking to learn about sport riding and what these bikes (as well as what we) are capable of. For a while, this was the only book I sold or reccomended to anyone.

Pick up a copy. You'll finsh it in two days and give it to your best friend or end up reading it again. This book is that good.
-Eric Sampson, Instructor, [...]

I found this book extremly helpful. It is a great way to take seconds off you lap times. The book is very well written and explained in real life practices. I have purchased several riding books and this is by far the best vresion.

This book shows basics for performance street riding always keeping security in first place. It's not for those who are looking to improve their track technics. It's definetly not for racers, but if your're a beginner here you can find how to ride fast and in safety. You'll learn the correct body position while on bike, how to chose the best line in turns, how to use throttle and brakes and especially how to make turns.
Everything is explained pretty clear but i've felt the lack of some exercise to practice what's explained.
I'd definetly suggest it to beginners who want to improve their knowledge about performance riding or security while on the road.

Anyone who rides a motocycle and has a chance to learn even one single thing about it should do it. This author has been instructed by people like Kenny Roberts (wrote forward) and Eddie Lawson. The best of the best. He has some valuable (maybe lifesaving) things to pass on to you. If you've been to numerous high speed riding schools maybe you don't need this book. But the rest of us have allot to learn.

Without a doubt, the best book I have read on high performance street and track riding/racing.
Way better than Codes books, which lack depth, in that they are hard to understand.
This book is easy to understand and put the techniques into practice, at your next track day or on the street, in a safe controlled manner.

Keith Code's popular books Twist of the Wrist I & II came out long before Ienatsch's book, and are ubiquitous partly due to that, and partly because they are available everywhere and discounted even on Amazon. One of the reasons I was hesitant about buying Sport Riding Techniques was because of the price. However, it's worth every penny.

Code's books are written in an aphoristic style that is eminently quotable, but low on detailed explanation. Although Ienatsch's book is filled with gorgeous colour photos, his writing dispenses with flashiness and instead goes into detailed but down-to-earth explanations. I bought both of Code's books before Ienatsch's, and Sport Riding Techniques helped fill in a lot of holes left by the Twist of the Wrist series, in addition to being significantly more up-to-date.

Why exactly does the rear brake lock more easily than the front? At exactly which point do you get off the brakes and on the throttle? Exactly how do you balance lean angle and acceleration? Notice the key word "exactly"; you aren't left guessing.

There is also a clear distinction between track-only techniques and street techniques, which is necessary although some people may not like to hear it.

This is one of those books that rewards first-time reads, yet will keep rewarding re-reads for years to come. This book definitely deserves to be more widely read, especially outside the US.

This is the best book out there on developing the skills to safely and proficiently operate a high-performance motorcycle. There are a good many books that one can reference for braking, cornering, shifting, mental preparation, and so on. The distinguishing element in Sport Riding Techniques is taking the concepts and putting them into practice. Ianatsch includes skill-development drills in almost every chapter. The drills simply work.

Since the goal of this book is to teach riders techniques for operating their bike at a very high level, it is probably not the best book for beginners. The concepts are the same for beginning and experienced riders alike, but the emphasis on speed makes all the difference. It is not that Ianatsch endorses high speed, win at all cost riding. Quite the contrary, he takes a very responsible position on street speed that all riders should read. However, new riders have unique needs that warrant a slower approach. They should cut their teeth on Proficient Motorcycling by David Hough and take the Motorcycle Safety Foundation's new rider course.

I picked up this book not knowing how to even turn on a Motorcycle properly....

But after reading it, I have gained a termendous amount of knowledge in the proper function of a sportbike.

Proper braking, proper turning and posture, safety procedures, etc.

I'd recomend this book to anyone who isn't gonna be satisfied with their sportsbike until they learn how to control it to its threshold of comfort and precision.

Better than Code and more relavant to today's bikes. From Novice to Old Hand, something new for everyone.

Excellent tips and techniques. Some pretty basic, but all worthwhile. Definite off season reading. Quality binding.

Unlike Keith Code's books which tend to be written in a very simplistic childlike style this is another book that gives you some credit and is actually relavent to street riders of all sorts.

Mr. Ienatsch has achieved a comprehensive book that puts in the reader's hands all his experience in riding. From the very basic to the most advanced techniques to apply on track, every chapter goes deep into the fundamental principle of riding: smooth control. Illustrations are excellent, full of pictures and graphics that makes reading a pleasure. Highly recommendable.

Great book. Lots of big glossy pictures of current sport bikes. I consider it a resource book. I keep re-reading it and applying the lessons in the canyons. Especially liked sections on braking and throttle control. Looking forward to California SpeedWay in few weeks!

I bought this book based on a review in a sportbike magazine. When I got the book in the mail, I was really impressed with the layout and overall quality of the book. Nice, glossy pages with large pictures of modern sportbikes and easy to read text and captions. However, once I started reading it I noticed that the tips and techniques, while valuable, are really aimed at newer, less experience riders. Subjects are not discussed in the detail I was hoping for and issues like basic suspension set-up or advice on performance modification were not covered at all.

I guess I was hoping for a "Twist of the Wrist 2" meets "Total Control..." meets "Sportbike Performance Handbook" type of book. Not even close. Still, I believe this is a very high quality piece of literature that can be enjoyed by both entry level and experienced riders alike.

I am a new rider and my skills improved dramatically with each chapter. This book is an easy and quick read. In fact, its totally engaging.

Nick shares his years of experience and demonstrates that safety and speed are not mutually exclusive. By taking his advice to heart, one can learn to feel the relationship that must exist between the rider, the machine and the pavement. Once understood and practiced, you'll be carving up the road as quickly and safely as possible. What a thrill!

Experienced riders will appreciate that each chapter ends with a "Lesson's from the Racetrack" section. So the tips and/or refresers make this book a must read for any rider, in my humble opinion.

If nothing else, its worth the price for the incredible photos. Enjoy and I'll see you on the coast. :-)

I purchased my first motorcycle about two years ago and since then I have spent a lot of time trying to become a safe and fast rider. Having said that, I wish I would have bought this book a year ago; I would be so much further along. I've been riding one time since reading this book and the difference in my riding is astounding. Its amazing what a few adjustments can make. I highly recommend this book for people new to the world of motorcycleing. It can not only teach you the skills necessary to preserve your life, it will make your rides a great deal more fulfilling. Thank you Nick Ienatsch.

i dun reccomand this book to any rookie or begginner who wish to reach their knees to ther tarmac,the book simply dont show how,its quite a disappointed n limited book.It doesnt satisfated what the basic rider wants,how to corner the proper way.There's still many much to be said,like arms position,where u laid yr footpeg,the position of it and throttle control.Disappointing for me..yet again for experince rider,might understand more but dun reccomand buying.

As a novice rider I purchased this book with the hope of gaining some expert advice. It was the perfect choice. The writing and advice is clear, concise, and easy to understand. Topics such as traction, throttle control, and turning techniques all helped me in gaining confidence on the road. This book should be required reading for all sport bike owners.

Nick Ienatsch's SPORT RIDING TECHNIQUES is easily the most beautifully produced and clearly and consumately written book on motorcycle racing and street riding, whatever your level of competence. I would recommend it to anyone who has completed a basic motorcycle safety course, whether their goal is to more safely and thourghly enjoy their street riding or to sharpen their technique for racing or track days. This, unlike most instructional books, is a pleasure to read. Ienatsch rides--I've seen him--and writes with equal skill. I've read it twice now and keep going back to it to practice the the techniques he limns so beautifully.

The content is also very good. Nick presents the basics of sport riding in a pleasent way. I liked the concept of 100 point of traction he presents. This is always in my mind when I am riding in the twisties. A must have for the less experienced rider.

When a rider and writer of Nick Ienatsch's stature puts all his wisdom, knowledge and experience into a book, it's time to sit up and listen carefully, especially these days when 100-HP 600s and 140-HP 1,000s are ripping 10-second quarter miles at 140+ (G-SXR 1000 tests) and are available to anyone with $ whether or not they have a clue.
Nick is among the very best writers about motorcycling, ever, up there with Don Canet and Kevin Cameron (no point in ranking them subjectively, because all three are excellent). He is also a champion racer, primarily on 250s. Having ridden on the road with him, I attest to his smooth, skilled way of proceeding, and his concern for safety.
This book should be required reading for every rider who puts a wheel on road or track. Once read, it should be memorized and used as the core belief set that will make a rider quicker and safer, and every ride more enjoyable, including anyone else who is along for the pleasure of it. No one should dare suggest that he or she is 'above it,' knows better and 'doesn't need' the lessons Ienatsch teaches. We all do. This book will, among other things, keep a rider alive to ride again and enjoy one of the most interesting and pleasurable ways to get down the road devised by Man.
Don't argue with me. Get it.
PS One of life's ironies is that Ienatsch, one of the best writers on motorcycling who ever puts finger to keyboard, doesn't have a regular gig and is only read intermittently in CYCLE WORLD. Let's hope that changes, soon.