Draft:The Craft and Art of Motorcycling

The Craft and Art of Motorcycling: From First Ride to the Road Ahead is a motorcycle method book written by Steve Krugman, with foreword by American actor Casey Affleck, published in 2023 (Quarto Motorbooks).

Structure
The book is organized into two main sections, as implied by its title: Craft and Art.

Craft
For the author, the "Craft" is, essentially, the bike.

This section covers the location and operation of motorcycle controls, and the fundamental techniques of riding.

Art
The application of the craft to the road is the "Art".

This section covers street strategies, situational awareness and risk moderation on the road.

Additional content includes:

Introduction
The book begins with a foreword by Casey Affleck, an introduction, and a chapter on risk management.

Appendix
The appendix covers information and rider considerations regarding motorcycle gear and motorcycles.

Narratives
Personal essays by the author separate and introduce the different sections of the book.

Scooter Notes
"Scooter Note" sidebars highlight scooter-specific information that differs from motorcycle-specific content in the book.

Motophors
"Motophor" sidebars offer what the author calls "...paralells between riding well and living well."

The Author
Steve Krugman is the founder of Class:M1 Private Motorcycle Training, based in Los Angeles, CA.

The book's foreword is written by American actor Casey Affleck.

Illustrations
The book is fully illustrated by French artist and illustrator Benedicte Waryn.

Reception
"For the completely uninitiated prospective motorcyclist or scooter rider, Steve Krugman’s The Craft & Art of Motorcycling from First Ride to the Road Ahead is a great book to consider required reading. But the truth is, even long-time riders can learn a few things from this unique resource. Clearly written and abundantly illustrated, it is fun to read while being deeply informative without getting the reader lost in technical detail." -Ultimate Motorcycling

"Author and private motorcycle-riding instructor, Steve Krugman, has written a practical, well researched--and cleverly illustrated--new book aimed at removing much of the myth and mystery surrounding proficient motorcycle riding." -Cafe Racer Magazine