From dropping your motorcycle, to spilling gas on the tank, to hearing crash stories from non-riders, weve put together a fun list of 10 things that are bound to happen when you first start riding a motorcycle.
10 Things to Expect When Starting to Ride a Motorcycle
Heres the ultimate party attire! A hoodie that comes comes with a Neoprene beverage holder inside the front pouch pocket! Theres even a metal bottle/can opener attached to the inside pocket. Wearing the Party Hoody means youll always have an extra “hand” when your hands are full walking away from the food and drink table at your next party.
The Party Hoodie: Drink Holder Built Right In!
“The wind began to switch, the house pitch, and suddenly the hinges started to unhitch.Just then the witch, to satisfy an itch, went flying on her broomstick, thumbing for a hitch.” Read about one WRN readers quest to turn her Sportster into a touring Wizard of Oz-themed motorcycle.
Your Motorcycles: A Wicked Sportster
Right out of the crate, I started to make my 2004 Harley-Davidson Springer Softail fit me. I had it lowered and installed a LePera Silhouette solo seat so my feet would be planted firmly on the ground when maneuvering parking lots.
Your Motorcycles: My Custom Sparkling Violet Springer Softail
MaryAnn Duffey didnt want to leave her dogs at home when she went for a motorcycle ride so she found the perfect set up so her two pooch passengers could ride with her.
Your Motorcycles: MaryAnn Duffeys Doggie Sidecar
We were excited when we met Kelly Motherwell of Motherwell Products because his company manufacturers luggage racks for motorcycles with solo seats. These luggage racks mount on the rear fender behind the solo rider seat. And many readers of Women Riders Now ride without a passenger and have a solo seat attached to their bike.
Solo Seat Luggage Racks and Detachable Racks for Motorcycles
Women make the majority of household purchasing decisions. That’s a fact widely understood among savvy marketing and advertising agencies including the marketing specialists at the Daytona Beach Area Convention and Visitors Bureau. At this year’s Bike Week, slated for March 6 to 15, organizers are reinforcing that notion with an advertising campaign that includes messaging for women riders.
Daytona Bike Weeks Big Marketing Push to Attract Women
I cant tell you how many pairs of sunglasses Ive gone through in my 25 years of motorcycle riding. Point is, I dont like to spend too much money on a pair of riding glasses because they get a lot of abuse on the road. Pacific Coast Sunglasses has an extensive collection of sunglasses for women and men motorcycle riders, so I encourage all riders to check out the different styles. Prices average just $20!
Motorcycle Sunglasses for Women and Men
Biker Chic Boutique is an online store that brings unique and innovative apparel and accessories designed for women motorcycle riders, passengers, as well as those dreaming of living the motorcycle lifestyle.
Unique Motorcycle Purses, Helmets, Gloves, and Jewelry
Heres the ultimate gift for those who are passionate about motorcycles, a heart-shaped necklace that actually moves with gears. The Gear Necklace from Kinekt Design is lightweight and comfortable to wear. Theres also a Gear Ring with gears that actually move! Both make a great gift for him and her!
Heart Shaped Gear Necklace and Gear Ring