Until now if you mentioned the word women and choppers in the same sentence, people thought you were referring to kitchen utensils. Times have changed and designers at Big Bear Choppers have created a custom chopper aimed at the growing womens market.
I just returned from Harley-Davidsons 105th anniversary celebration in Milwaukee, but before I blog about that, I have to catch you up on Sturgis, and more news I heard this week. Harley stuff to come in a future blog. The big talk around Sturgis this year – as well as after the rally, was about how low attendance was compared to last year. Funny, I noticed a bigger drop-off in 2007, but nobody was making a big deal about it then.
Ive always loved motorcycles but came from a family that was not motorcycle enthusiasts. As a matter of fact, I was forbidden as a young girl to get on the back of one. The boy I had a crush on in high school had a dirt bike and though I didnt ride with him I envied him (sometimes to the point of jealousy that he chose the bike over me).
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The Top 50 Rally Park vendor area in Sturgis was home to the second Womens Day held during this years Sturgis Rally on August 7. The event was designed to to celebrate the independence, freedom and adrenaline that inspire women to ride their own motorcycle.
Sturgis Womens Day Making its Mark
WRN congratulates several amazing women who recently received awards for their contributions to the motorcycle industry. Read about the accomplishments of this diverse group of riders who are being honored for their work in motorcycling.
Way To Go, Girl! Awards, Awards, and More Awards
There is fun when riding in numbers, but there are things to keep in mind and things to do to make the experience a safe one. Heres 10 safety tips to help you get the most out of riding with your friends.
Group Riding Can Increase the Fun
To build a womens motorcycle, or not to build a womens motorcycle that is the question. With more and more women interesting in riding a motorcycle these days, the question arises should there be motorcycles designed especially for the fairer sex?
MOTORCYCLE REVIEW: Big Bear Choppers Miss Behavin
An online auction is open now taking bids for some one-of-a-kind items. The auction is being put on by Harley-Davidson and the Muscular Dystrophy Association with all proceeds benefiting MDA. The auction features 105 collectible and one-of-a-kind items in honor of the Harley-Davidson’s 105th anniversary, and runs August 21 through September 4.
Start Shopping! Online Auction Open Now
Two Milwaukee Harley-Davidson dealerships are hosting two different all-women bike builds as part of their own celebrations going on during Harleys 105th anniversary celebration.
Two All-Women Bike Builds Going On Next Week
I took the weekend MSF course shortly after September 11, 2001. It was a challenging year for me. I made it through a serious illness and like every other American, my life was changed by the events of that fateful Tuesday morning. I also turned 40, but that didnt bother me all that much as I was grateful for regaining my health. These things made me realize that life is a precious gift and we need to enjoy our days here on earth to the fullest.
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