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[1.21GW]

Yeah, I'm gonna have to pick up a copy, too.  I always thought the must-own ride guide was either Twist of the Wrist 2 or Total Control.  Both good, but now I'll have to read through Hough and compare.   

[Triple J]

Those are good books too, as is Sportbike Techniques by Nick Ienastch. Proficient Motorcycling is ALL about the street though, so I think it's the best overall for street riders. Lots of good books out there though.   Bayliss' new book is good as well, although it is almost 100% track.

[Slide Panda]

FWIW my go-to book reccos are Houghs and Parks (Total Control). As noted, Houghs book is a lot of street/road survival. And I like how Parks breaks down various elements. He also takes pages to go over controls set up - which most ignore

[duccarlos]

I lived in Atlanta (Alpharetta) on and off for 10 years. I bought my first bike up there and found the forum that spawned this one at that time. I had issues finding someone to ride with here. Once you feel comfortable, you'll end up driving up 400 to the mountains (Dahlonega, Helen, TWO, etc.) That's where you'll find the real scene.

TripJ got it spot on. Your attitude will dictate if you'll crash. At first you're really up tight and paranoid, then you get better and faster. This is where you're really in danger. Overconfidence is you're worst enemy. Balance between paranoid and overconfidence is the key.