There’s only one aspect of riding a motorcycle properly where your instinct is actually correct, well semi-instinctual, and that’s counter steering. Before I go any further I’ll define what’s commonly known as counter steering. I actually prefer the term “push steering” since it’s a lot less confusing.
Safe Riding Tips: What is Counter Steering?
One of the biggest events to take place for women motorcycle riders in 2012 was the AMA International Women and Motorcycling Conference. For summer 2013, female motorcyclists will gather for a similar conference scheduled just across the border.
Women Riders Conference Scheduled for 2013
You’ve probably experienced this while sitting on your motorcycle: you touch the screen of your cell phone, MP3 player, or GPS with gloved fingers—and nothing happens. Many touch screens function by using heat from fingers to read the movement. Gloves block the heat.
PRODUCT REVIEW WITH VIDEO: Finger Tips for Using Your Cell Phone
Kawasakis Ninja 250R has long been a popular choice for beginning riders who prefer the look of a sportbike but like a comfortable sit-up seating position. The smallest Ninja has been replaced for 2013 with a new 300cc platform featuring a slew of updates that promise the novice plenty of rideability and two-wheeled excitement to foster the learning process while ensuring the bike won’t be quickly outgrown.
MOTORCYCLE REVIEW: 2013 Kawasaki Ninja 300
There arent many shopping days left til Christmas, but Women Riders Now (WRN) has got you covered with another great gift guide featuring a collection of items perfect for the motorcyclists in your life—including you!
2012 Holiday Gift Guide for Motorcyclists
I havent been this excited about a womens motorcycle jacket in a long time. Roland Sands and his team have combined their sharp eye for cutting-edge design with their knowledge of producing apparel classics into a hot new jacket for women riders of all motorcycle styles that’s sure to be a hit.
Editors Pick: RSD Lightweight Leather Motorcycle Jacket
Many in the motorcycle industry know Leslie Prevish as the former director of women’s outreach at Harley-Davidson. Leslie is credited with developing the women’s outreach division of Harley-Davidson and making it what it is today. She’s often said that the job was a dream for her.
Editor’s Blog: Whatever Happened to Leslie Prevish?
The Suzuki Boulevard C50, an 800cc motorcycle that’s proven very popular among women because of its midsize powerplant and manageable size, has morphed into several different iterations over the last few years, including a touring edition, a classic edition, and a special edition new for 2013. So what’s the difference—and what’s the better buy?
MOTORCYCLE REVIEW: 2012 Suzuki Boulevard C50T Classic, 2013 C50, and C50T
A few winters ago my boss bought a Vespa for the office. He referred to it as the “company vehicle.” He and I were the company, and he had no intentions of riding the bright-yellow scooter himself. Basically, he bought the machine for me.
Reader Story: Restless in Seattle
Kawasaki has really upped the style factor of its clothing with this exciting new line of women’s lifestyle apparel. If you’re a Kawasaki fan (or even if you just love green!), you’ll want to check out these out-of-the-box styles that play up the cute factor.
Kawasaki Lifestyle Items for Women Riders