Books About Motorcycles

The Best Motorcycles Books for Kids

Looking for excellent children's books about motorcycles? This collection brings together Bookroo's highest-rated and most useful picks in one place.

Start with our editorial favorites, then browse recommendations organized by reading stage to find the right book for your reader.

#1 in Series

Dirt Bikes, Drones, and Other Ways to Fly

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#190 in Series

The Shortlist

Our 10 Favorite Books About Motorcycles

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Chapter Book · Ages 7–11 · 1965

The Mouse and the Motorcycle

By Beverly Cleary, Jacqueline Rogers (Illustrator) · Book #1 in the Ralph Mouse series

A mouse befriends a young boy staying in a hotel and learns to ride his toy motorcycle, leading to a series of adventures and misadventures.

176 pages· 23,602 words· Est. 3.5 hour read

6.4/7 Bookroo·4.0/5 Goodreads · 91,705 ratings

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Summary: Ralph, a curious mouse, discovers a toy motorcycle at the Mountain View Inn. His first ride ends in disaster, but young guest Keith rescues him, sparking an unlikely friendship. As Ralph learns to ride, he faces challenges like dodging a terrier and keeping his new wheels safe from nosy cousins. With Keith's help, Ralph embarks on thrilling adventures, proving that once a mouse can ride a motorcycle, anything is possible. Will Ralph's daring spirit lead to more excitement or trouble? Discover the adventures that await in this timeless tale of friendship and courage.

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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2017

Rolling Thunder

By Kate Messner, Greg Ruth (Illustrator)

A boy joins his grandfather on a powerful ride honoring veterans' sacrifices.

32 pages

4.2 Goodreads · 474 ratings

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Summary: On Memorial Day, a young boy rides with his grandfather in the Rolling Thunder Ride for Freedom. As engines roar and spirits soar, they honor the sacrifices of American veterans. Will this journey reveal the true cost of freedom and the stories of those who served? Experience a moving tribute to bravery and remembrance.

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Chapter Book · Ages 12–+ · 2014

Dirt Bikes, Drones, and Other Ways to Fly

By Conrad Wesselhoeft

A grieving teen daredevil's video game skills draw the military's interest in drone warfare.

341 pages· 72,649 words· Est. 8 hour read

4.0 Goodreads · 298 ratings

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Summary: Seventeen-year-old Arlo Santiago rides dirt bikes like a daredevil and tops the rankings of a drone-warfare video game, which catches the attention of the U.S. military. As they recruit him for real missions over Pakistan, Arlo must weigh what they want from him against the scars left by a violent death in his family, and decide how to keep living in the wake of loss.

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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 1982

Ralph S. Mouse

By Beverly Cleary, Jacqueline Rogers (Illustrator), Paul O. Zelinsky (Illustrator) · Book #3 in the Ralph Mouse series

A mouse's school adventure tests his cleverness in a maze.

Golden Kite Award (1983)

192 pages· 18,963 words· Est. 2.5 hour read

4.0 Goodreads · 9,835 ratings

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Summary: Ralph, a daring mouse, escapes his chaotic home life by joining his friend Ryan at school. There, he becomes the star attraction, but faces a daunting challenge: navigating a maze to prove his intelligence. As Ralph's confidence wavers, he must confront his fears and discover if he's truly as smart as he believes. Will Ralph rise to the occasion, or will the maze outsmart him? This final adventure in the Ralph S. Mouse series promises excitement and self-discovery.

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Chapter Book · Ages 7–9 · 2000

Sea Monsters Don't Ride Motorcycles

By Debbie Dadey, Marcia T. Jones, John Steven Gurney (Illustrator) · Book #40 in the The Adventures of the Bailey School Kids series

Can the kids stop a mysterious rider from taking Eddie away?

80 pages· 6,949 words· Est. 1.5 hour read

3.8 Goodreads · 491 ratings

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Summary: At the motorcycle races, the Bailey School kids meet Jessie, a rider with a love for the sea and a suspiciously wet appearance. As they uncover her connection to sea monsters, they fear she might be more than she seems. If Jessie wins, Eddie's grandmother will move to a seaside resort, taking Eddie with her. Can the kids unravel Jessie's secret and keep Eddie in Bailey City? Dive into a thrilling mystery where the stakes are high and the truth is as elusive as the Loch Ness Monster.

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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2005

Motocross Madness

By Franklin W. Dixon · Book #190 in the The Hardy Boys series

Racing against time, can they stop the saboteur before disaster strikes?

160 pages· 30,542 words· Est. 4.5 hour read

3.7 Goodreads · 204 ratings

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Summary: Frank and Joe Hardy are excited to compete in a thrilling motorcycle exhibition, but the event takes a dangerous turn with a series of burglaries and accidents. As they delve into a web of suspects, the stakes rise with a classic motorcycle as the prize. With danger closing in, the brothers must outpace the saboteur before the race ends in catastrophe. Will they solve the mystery in time, or will the finish line mark their downfall?

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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2019

My Papi Has a Motorcycle

By Isabel Quintero, Zeke Peña (Illustrator)

A young girl goes on a motorcycle ride with her father through their city.

Pura Belpré Award Finalist (2020)Ezra Jack Keats Honor (2020)Americas Honor (2020)

40 pages· 923 words· Est. 8 min read-aloud

4.5/7 Bookroo·4.3/5 Goodreads · 3,456 ratings

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Summary: Daisy Ramona rides through her vibrant neighborhood on her father's motorcycle, observing familiar sights and the rapid changes around her. As the sun sets, she realizes that while the community evolves, the love she shares with her hardworking dad remains constant. This heartfelt journey captures the essence of home and the enduring bonds that anchor us amidst transformation.

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Chapter Book · Ages 15–99 · 2017

Devils & Thieves

By Jennifer Rush · Devils & Thieves series

Magic falters, people vanish. Can Jemmie and Crowe uncover the truth before it's too late?

336 pages

3.5 Goodreads · 1,156 ratings

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Summary: In Hawthorne, New York, magic is real, but Jemmie Carmichael struggles to control it. When forbidden magic rumors surface and people disappear, Jemmie must team up with Crowe, the enigmatic leader of a kindled motorcycle gang. As threats loom, their tumultuous past complicates their quest. Can Jemmie's hidden power be the key to saving their loved ones, or will her flaw be their downfall? Dive into a world where magic and danger collide, and trust is a rare commodity.

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Picture Book · Ages 5–8 · 2019

Rabbit and the Motorbike

By Kate Hoefler, Sarah Jacoby (Illustrator)

Can Rabbit find the courage to ride into a new adventure after loss?

48 pages

4.3/7 Bookroo·4.2/5 Goodreads · 484 ratings

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Summary: Rabbit dreams of adventure but is too afraid to leave his quiet wheat field. Inspired by his friend Dog's thrilling motorbike tales, Rabbit's world changes when Dog disappears, taking the stories with him. Faced with loss, Rabbit must decide if he can muster the courage to embark on his own journey. Will he ride the motorbike and create his own story? This touching fable explores the path from grief to acceptance, offering comfort and inspiration to those facing loss and those ready to embrace new experiences.

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Picture Book · Ages 9–13 · 2005

Dirt Bikes

By David Armentrout, Patricia Armentrout · Motorcycle Mania series

Off-road motorcycles roar over rough ground in a photo-filled look at a thrilling sport.

24 pages· 1,000 words· Est. 8 min read-aloud

3.9 Goodreads · 12 ratings

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Library Binding

Summary: A short, high-interest book about dirt bikes, written at a low reading level for reluctant readers. Photographs and simple text introduce these off-road motorcycles and the sport of riding them. Part of the Motorcycle Mania series.

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