This is the most irreverent and funny book ever written about motorcyclists and motorcycling. You’re considering entering that clique? You’ll learn in no uncertain terms what you’re getting into: unspoken hierarchies and codes of conduct, budding
eccentricities and the many pitfalls that could damage, in order of increasing importance, your body, your motorcycle, and your image. Veteran bikers will finally find explanations for their obsession. Why are these vehicles the object of such passionate controversy and even philosophical discourse? If motorcycles are an art form, does that make you an artist? If they are primarily a mental phenomenon, are you fit to ride one? Of course, this book more broadly addresses the human condition and the universal sensitivities of most other folks pursuing passionate hobbies, outlandish sports, and various other ardent callings.
The insights, even those you might initially deem to be flippant and belonging to the “lies” part of the title, are—with more experience—actually fairly solidly anchored in truth.
 
Welcome on board!