I still think some sort of paper-based product would suit him well
for starters.  Maybe one of the Motocycle Repair for Dummies
Yellow/black books and although off his topic, I can't think of
anything better written on wrenching than John Muir's old VW repair:
Guide for the compleat Idiot".  I think they're still lurking around
ebay somewhere.

YMMV,

DM&FS

At 10:37 PM 10/14/2011, neil n wrote:
>Hi all.
>
>Before my gig started tonight, a young musician co-worker asked if I
>knew how to work on cars. Turns out he's interested in learning how to
>work on cars or motorcycles. From what I can tell, he knows very
>little. In asking how best to get started, I emphasized he learn about
>safety, procedure, and correct use of tools. I also suggested the 'net
>would be a great resource. Problem is, the 'net can be a source of mis
>information too.
>
>I trust the listers here so......
>
>Any recommends of websites, email lists or forums for a young lad
>curious of learning about cars? I realize this is one of them, but it
>may be that he's leaning towards motorcycles. (classic older types).
>
>Thanks much,
>
>Neil.
>
>--
>Neil n
>
>65 kb image Myford Ready For Assembly  http://tinyurl.com/64sx4rp
>
>'81 VanaJetta 2.0 "Jaco"  http://tubaneil.googlepages.com/
>
>Vanagon VAG Gas I4/VR Swap Google Group:
>
>http://groups.google.com/group/vanagons-with-vw-inline-4-cylinder-gas-engines