Do You Dream of Riding a Motorcycle?

The Craft and Art of Motorcycling will help make your dream a reality—from your first ride to the road ahead.

Hollywood’s go-to riding guru, Steve Krugman, has trained thousands of riders including high-profile actors, musicians, and athletes. The Craft and Art of Motorcycling is based on his years of experience developing unique, effective, and proven riding methods.

In clear, relaxed language, Krugman offers complete understanding of the bike itself and riding fundamentals (the Craft), with concepts, strategies, and insights that lead to mastery on the road (the Art).

Key topics include:

• Motorcycle controls and operation
• Fundamental skills—starting, stopping, shifting, and turning
• Real-world cornering technique
• Low-speed control and emergency maneuvers
• Street- and road-riding strategies
• Managing riding conditions and the elements
• Selecting gear and buying your first bike

The Craft and Art of Motorcycling is an accessible and comprehensive introduction to motorcycle and scooter riding—simply explained and beautifully illustrated throughout—and provides an essential foundation for any rider, whether an aspiring novice, rusty returnee, or weathered road-veteran.
 

Author Steve Krugman brings a unique combination of teaching experience, technical expertise, and passion to motorcycle education. A professional musician most of his career, he grew a second career as an accomplished and in-demand teacher in private, institutional, and workshop/clinic settings. Music brought him to Los Angeles, and Los Angeles brought him to a life-changing love of motorcycles.

Leveraging his gift as an educator and his growing moto-obsession was natural. With years of training and experience as a state-certified motorcycle instructor, he developed Class: M1 Private Motorcycle Training. In its 10th year, the school has introduced many-hundreds of safe, happy riders (including high-profile movie, music, and sport celebrities) to the road. How to Ride a Motorcycle is the product of having taught thousands to ride; and the companion to his well-honed new-rider curriculum and philosophy.

Benedicte Waryn is an illustrator based in Lille, France. She balances her days teaching art and illustrating for clients, including motorcycle-related publications such as Iron and Air magazine.

“As far as I can remember, I believe I have always drawn…I don’t think there was a precise moment in which it happened; that’s all I know and love to do. It was essential, like breathing. I didn’t think I could make it a profession; I didn’t imagine that I could be paid to breathe.”

A biker herself—traversing Hauts-de-France astride her Royal Enfield Continental GT—she brings particular style and passion to all things motorcycle.