Motorcycles (Raintree) cover

Motorcycles (Raintree)

Author: Graham, Ian

Reading Metrics

Grade Level Middle Grades (MG 4-8)
Book Level 5.8
Points 1.0
Fiction/Nonfiction Nonfiction
Word Count 3423
Points per Word 0.000292
Page Count 32
Points per Page 0.03125

Description

From sleek superbikes to rugged dirt bikes, this guide takes middle-grade readers on a tour of the motorcycle world, explaining how each type is built, what makes it unique, and the engineering that powers it. The book breaks down the design choices behind cruisers, touring bikes, choppers, and more, showing how engineers balance speed, comfort, and safety for different riding styles. By tracing the evolution of motorcycle technology, it highlights the ongoing challenges designers face in creating machines that perform well on both city streets and off-road trails.