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Nixon, James, 1982-

Motocross Champion / James Nixon. - London : Hachette Children's Group, 2015. - 32 pages; colour illustrations; 26.5 cm. - How to be a Champion .

Paperback

Includes bibliographical references and index.

What is motocross -- The bike -- Gear guide -- Starting out -- Braking and cornering -- Jumping -- Ruts and whoops -- Race Day -- Battling for position -- The big events -- Supercross -- Story of a champion -- Gaining an edge.

This series is all about the exhilarating world of extreme sports and what it takes to become a top professional. Each title lists the essential equipment you need and examines the basic skills, before going on to look at the more demanding tricks and stunts. There are also profiles of some of the greatest names in the sport, the biggest competitions in the world and the most fearsome locations that these daring competitors come up against. Motocross Champion opens up the world of motocross, both amateur and professional. Techniques, facts, stats and competitor profiles grab young readers' attention and ensure a thrilling read from cover to cover.

ISBN: 9781445136295 1445136295 9781445136318 1445136317 9781445136301 1445136309

Subjects--Topical Terms:
Motorcycle racing--Juvenile literature.
Motocross--Juvenile literature.
Motorcycles--Juvenile literature.

Dewey Class. No.: 796.622