Motorcycle Tuning: Two-Stroke

Motorcycle Tuning: Two-Stroke by John Robinson – Complete Two-Stroke Engine Performance Guide

Unlock maximum power, reliability, and efficiency with Motorcycle Tuning: Two-Stroke by John Robinson, a must-have two-stroke motorcycle tuning book written by the Technical Editor of Performance Bikes. This authoritative guide provides a practical, real-world approach to two-stroke engine tuning, maintenance, and performance optimization, making it ideal for both beginners and experienced riders.

This 150-page paperback (440 g; 23 × 15.5 × 1 cm) explains how to evaluate and tune two-stroke motorcycle engines using clear step-by-step instructions, detailed technical diagrams, and performance graphs. Key topics include airflow modification, exhaust tuning, carburetion setup, ignition timing, port timing, compression ratios, and piston motion, all designed to deliver measurable performance gains with minimal tools.

Backed by real racing experience—including insights from a championship-winning RD350-based racing motorcycle—this book shows how to transform a stock two-stroke road bike into a high-performance, track-ready machine. The durable paperback format and workshop-friendly size make it perfect for garage use, restoration projects, and engine rebuilds.

Whether you are restoring a classic two-stroke, preparing a race bike, or improving everyday performance, this book is an essential reference for motorcycle enthusiasts, amateur and professional racers, mechanics, engineering students, and collectors of motorsport literature.

Publisher: Heinemann Newnes
ISBN: 0-434-91741-9