Standing a diminutive 4 feet 11 inches, Jennifer Hooper is an unlikely candidate to be a motorcycle training instructor she doesnt fit the stereotype. “It never occurred to me that being short would make riding difficult or that I should customize a bike to my height,” she explains.
The experience of motorcycling goes far beyond words—its about the sights, the sounds and the excitement of the open road. At WRN, were all about documenting the full adventure of riding, so WRN Editor Genevieve Schmitt has created and produced these videos for and about women motorcyclists. Check em out!
If youre thinking of riding a motorcycle, heres our list of motorcycles most commonly ridden by new women riders.
Beginners Guide: Motorcycles to Get Started On
Youd rather be riding your motorcycle than be behind the wheel of a car any day. Youve customized your bike as much as you can so it screams “you!” And you know that the only difference between dragging the pegs and highsiding is a lot of skill (and a little luck). But how much do you know about the insurance that protects you while youre out there with the wind in your face?
Motorcycle Insurance: Five Commonly Asked Questions
Do you need additional medical coverage if you have health insurance? Does your car driving record affect your insurance premium? And what is insurance scoring is that like a credit score? Women Riders Now has an expert answering questions and addressing the most common misconceptions about motorcycle insurance.
Common Misconceptions About Insurance
Bonhams auction house in London is featuring the ultimate motorcycle “barn find” at The International Classic MotorCycle Show in Stafford, England, on April 25. Bonhams is privileged to announce the sale of an original circa 1895 Hildebrand Wolfmüller motorcycle at the first of its two annual Stafford auctions.
One of the Oldest Motorcycles Goes Up For Auction
The New Year — that time when resolutions fill our list and guide our dreams for the next 365 days. While economic situations might force us to cross “new motorcycle” off our wish list, we can still give our current rides a little love and some new bling to ring in 2010 and keep some cash in our wallets as well.
Cant Afford A New Bike in 2010? Then Accessorize!
Tired of biker black? What something different for your motorcycle? Harley-Davidson Genuine Motor Accessories is introducing a line of distressed brown leather accessories for Dyna models: a seat, pillion, backrest pad and saddlebags. Each is styled to impart the minimalistic style of a 1950s garage-built custom.
Brown Leather Accessories From Harley-Davidson
I keep on thinking that when I get older, Ill have more time to get to all of the “projects” I let pile up. But as it is, the project pile continues to grow taller as I grow older. And the time? I just dont know where it goes. I cant believe its already December, as I havent even gotten caught up from Sturgis yet! Havent written a Christmas card or even thought about presents.
Backroads With Betsy: Betsys Annual Toy Ride Jaunt
WRN editor Genevieve Schmitt is joining American Iron magazine editor Chris Maida on a motorcycle tour in February in sunny, warm (springtime!) southern Arizona and theyre inviting readers who to join them on the 3-day 2-night tour to get out of the cold and snow and experience some warm weather
WRNs Genevieve Schmitt Tours Arizona in February