The 2010-2011 Progressive International Motorcycle Shows (IMS) kicked off this past weekend in Dallas and moves to San Mateo, California, this weekend the first two shows of 11 events held this winter at select cities around the country.
International Motorcycle Show Continues On This Weekend
The Sturgis Motorcycle Museum Hall of Fame is accepting nominations for the 2011 Hall of Fame. Individuals, organizations and businesses considered for induction will have made a positive and significant impact on motorcycling.
Editors Blog: Quickie News Items
Women Riders Now is entering its sixth year online and wants to thank all its loyal readers by giving away thousands of dollars of free motorcycling merchandise. To find out how to enter each months giveaway, you must receive the WRN Newsletter that is emailed out every other week.
WRN Launches Ultimate Giveaway
A few months ago, I promised I’d review Draggin Jeans women’s protective riding pants after I posted a review from a WRN reader of her protective riding jeans that she ordered from Draggin Jeans. I ordered a pair of the “Skins” for women by Draggin Jeans. Draggin Jeans is name of the company. Skins is name of the style of pants.
APPAREL REVIEW: Kevlar-Lined Jeans with Amazing Style
A few weeks ago, I was out riding and enjoying what I consider the start of Florida’s best riding season, winter. I was heading to a local biker hangout and found myself behind a couple of other riders: a man on a Harley-Davidson Ultra Classic and a woman on a Sportster. It looked like they were headed to the same restaurant.
Riding Right: No More Wide Turns
If there was ever a winter to make your great escape from the snow and cold, 2010 was it. Fortunately I had plans to visit the southern most part of Arizona last February, the only state that didn’t experience unseasonably cold temps, to get a break from the white stuff. Looks like 2011 is going to be just as frigid so start planning your winter motorcycling escape now.
Escape to Southern Arizona This Winter
Ive gone on three different organized motorcycle tours over the years and many, many organized motorcycle rides. After going on my most recent tour by Twisted Trailz, I was inclined to put together this check list so those new to organized motorcycle touring can know what to expect going in. These tours cost a lot of money. You owe it to yourself to do research ahead of time. Heres a helpful list of some things to consider.
Thinking of Going on an Organized Motorcycle Tour?
Honda is releasing an all-new 2011 model designed for those entering the sport of motorcycling, the CBR250R. “This is really an amazing machine were adding to Hondas list of models for 2011,” said Powersports Press Manager Bill Savino. “The CBR250R is specifically aimed at new riders, yet its packed full of high-tech features and offers great performance, all in a lightweight, affordable package.”
Honda Unveils Entry-Level Sportbike for 2011
A few months ago, I wrote about a pair of winter gloves I bought from Hugger, which were cut for smaller women’s hands, and I just loved them. Looking around the company’s Web site, I came upon their single-leg chaps and ordered a pair. I wasn’t disappointed with those either. They’re the best chaps I’ve owned or tried on.
READER PRODUCT REVIEW: Hugger Leather Chaps
Suzuki is lowering the price of its entry level GZ250 motorcycle from $3,999 to $2,999. The new low price of the fun GZ250 cruiser makes it easier to get into motorcycling for those thinking of riding. The GZ250 was discontinued for model year 2011, but there still 2010 models available at dealerships with that lower MSRP.
New Lower Price for Entry Level Motorcycle