This week we posted a story on the upcoming series of the Progressive International Motorcycle Shows. If you’re wondering why there isn’t a dedicated women riders section like there was last year, weve got your explanation. Dont miss that and lots more hot-off-the-presses news in this weeks Editors Blog.
Editor’s Blog: Motorcycling Sidenotes, Week of November 14
People always wonder why I choose to ride a sportbike. They ask, “Aren’t you afraid of what might happen?” For me, riding a sportbike is where I feel at home.
Women Sportbike Riders Vs. Women Cruiser Riders
I’ve tried many products over the years to protect my long hair from knotting up while riding my motorcycle. All summer, I wore and tested the Wrapter, a skinny tube of stretchy rayon/spandex-blend fabric that rolls up over your ponytail.
PRODUCT REVIEW: The Wrapter Ponytail Protector
Add some flair to your motorcycle wardrobe with these fun new pieces from Scorpion! The manufacturer of top quality womens leather and textile riding gear iis introducing its fall 2011 collection with this new womens Lilly jacket. Its designed to complement the matching Scorpion EXO-400 Lilly helmet.
Scorpion’s Fall Collection Blooms with the Lilly Jacket
One of the best things about a riding a motorcycle is embracing new experiences and watching yourself become a better rider. WRNs Riding Right section is devoted to helping you learn new skills so youll ride more proficiently. If youre just getting into motorcycling, its worthwhile to check out these articles written by Motorcycle Safety Foundation (MSF) instructors on how to improve your riding skills.
Beginners Guide: Safety & Technique
’Tis the season when the motorcycle manufacturers unveil their new models for the upcoming year, although some, like Harley-Davidson and Victory, get a jump on the action by unveiling their bikes in the summer. Not too much to get excited about, as the trend continues toward building aggressive street-fighter-style motorcycles aimed at young male riders or large touring motorcycles that most women find too big to handle. However, there are a few gold nuggets that will appeal to women.
After losing loved ones, these women realized that “someday” had become now or never. Rather than be content in the passenger seat, both chose to go after their dream of owning a motorcycle. Read their inspiring stories and share your own in the comments below.
Reader Stories: Life is Short—Take the Wheel!
I live in Idaho, and our riding season is quite short—we’re lucky if we’re able to ride seven months out of the year. But earlier this spring, I was fortunate enough to receive a Rukka Armiina riding suit to try out. The Armiina is a three-season motorcycle-riding suit intended to insulate you from the weather and give you more time on the road. I am pleased to say that I (comfortably!) started riding a month earlier than usual thanks to this suit.
PRODUCT REVIEW: Rukka Armiina Riding Suit
If you’ve been riding a motorcycle for any length of time, you know that motorcycles and T-shirts go together. Not motorcycles and blouses, not motorcycles and sweaters—it’s a tee that’s often the first layer for a woman rider. And for fashion-conscious gals, it’s a bonus when that T-shirt looks great and feels nice to wear.
PRODUCT REVIEW: Journey Threads Tees
When you think of Triumph, your mind may automatically go to the cute and nimble Bonneville or the sporty Daytona or Speed Triple. But during the last few years, this British company has been building up its stable of cruisers, knowing many Americans love laid-back cruising motorcycles.
MOTORCYCLE REVIEW: 2011/2012 Triumph America Thunderbird Storm, UPDATED WITH VIDEO