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by Can Akkaya (Author), Jill Akkaya (Editor), Dean Lonskey (Cover Design by)
Discover the mental breakthrough every motorcyclist needs-but few riding schools teach.
You've logged thousands of miles. You've practiced specific skills. You've trained, visualized, and studied. Yet something still holds you back. That "something" isn't your bike or bad luck-it's your brain.
Written by Can Akkaya, a former FIM-licensed professional racer and head coach of Superbike-Coach Corp, Mind Over Machine is the first motorcycle book that goes beyond mechanics to tackle the psychological barriers sabotaging your riding. This isn't another techniques manual-it's a raw, honest exploration of fear, ego, confidence, and the mental patterns that separate good riders from great ones.
- Inside, you'll discover how to:
- Stop lying to yourself-the single fastest way to prevent crashes
- Break through fear without being reckless
- Build unshakeable confidence rooted in competence, not bravado
- Master the mental frameworks used by championship racers
- And more
Whether you're a casual street rider, weekend track warrior, or series racer, the mental game is universal. No sugar-coating. No excuses. The advice that makes you uncomfortable is usually the advice you need most. Mind Over Machine provides four decades of professional experience distilled into actionable wisdom.
Your next breakthrough isn't about more horsepower-it's about mastering your mind.
