Choosing between two copies of the same motorcycle suspension reference can be more confusing than deciding whether you need the book at all. Race Tech's Motorcycle Suspension Bible, written by Lee Parks and Paul Thede, walks through the three forces of suspension and includes testing procedures that show whether your adjustments are actually helping. The remaining question: should you buy the Brand New copy for a few dollars more, or the Like New copy for a few dollars less? They share the same ISBN, same Trade Paperback format, and the same step-by-step methodology, so the choice comes down to condition preference and how much you want to spend.
Quick verdict
If you want a copy that is explicitly listed as Brand New and you can accept a higher price, the Race Tech's Motorcycle Suspension Bible: Dirt, Street, Track listing is the cleaner purchase. If you're fine with a Like New copy and want the same technical content for less, the Race Tech's Motorcycle Suspension Bible : Dirt, Street, and Track listing is the smart way to keep costs down. Neither listing changes the substance of the book; the only real variables are condition and price.
Race Tech's Motorcycle Suspension Bible listings at a glance
| Copy | Listed price | Price bar | Condition | Format | ISBN |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Race Tech's Motorcycle Suspension Bible: Dirt, Street, Track | USD 37.38 | Brand New | Trade Paperback | 9780760331408 | |
| Race Tech's Motorcycle Suspension Bible : Dirt, Street, and Track | USD 33.96 | Like New | Trade Paperback | 9780760331408 |
Where each copy wins
- Choose the Brand New copy if the condition on the listing matters as much as the content. It's described as Brand New, so you know the book hasn't been classified as used. This is the listing to pick when you want the safest condition option and you don't mind spending a bit more.
- Choose the Like New copy if you're assembling a working reference library and would rather keep the extra money in your toolbox budget. The text is the same, the ISBN is the same, and the condition is still listed as Like New rather than showing significant wear.
Product notes
Race Tech's Motorcycle Suspension Bible: Dirt, Street, Track (Brand New)
This listing carries a listed price of $37.38 and is described as Brand New. It's the more expensive of the two copies, but you're paying for condition certainty: the book is listed as new, not pre-owned. The content covers the three forces of suspension and the testing procedures that help you evaluate whether your setup is actually improving. That's the same practical guidance the Like New copy provides, so you're not gaining extra chapters for the extra money. The trade-off is the price difference: you're spending $3.42 more for a condition change, not for more information. If you want a copy that's never been categorized as used, this is the one to grab.
Race Tech's Motorcycle Suspension Bible : Dirt, Street, and Track (Like New)
The Like New listing is priced at $33.96 and gives you the same Trade Paperback format and the same ISBN as the Brand New version. Its real appeal is that you get the full motorcycle suspension curriculum-the same forces of suspension, the same step-by-step tuning methods, and the same testing approach-for a lower price. If you're planning to keep this copy in the garage, underline key settings, and flip through it while you work, the condition difference is unlikely to matter. What you give up is the Brand New status. If your reason for buying is to have a sealed or untouched copy, this listing won't satisfy that need; it's listed as Like New, not Brand New.
Final choice by use case
For a gift, a shop reference shelf, or anyone who specifically wants a Brand New copy, choose the Race Tech's Motorcycle Suspension Bible: Dirt, Street, Track listing. For a personal working copy where you'd rather spend less and the condition is less important than the content, choose the Race Tech's Motorcycle Suspension Bible : Dirt, Street, and Track listing. Both deliver the same book; the decision is simply how much condition confidence you want to buy.
