Star Motorcycles’ Road Star Silverado S is a 1670cc, 773-pound heavyweight cruiser with a fairly long, 66.5-inch wheelbase, which might put off women riders concerned about riding a big bike. However, the Silverado’s controls are well within reach for the average-size woman.
MOTORCYCLE REVIEW: 2013/2012 Star Motorcycles Road Star Silverado S
For all the Women Riders Now (WRN) readers who love Kid Rocks music and/or think hes adorable (for me, in a blue collar, hillbilly kind of way), heres some exciting news. Kid Rock and Harley-Davidson are teaming up in a partnership that brings together two legendary American rebels.
Editors Blog: Kid Rock and Harley-Davidson Team Up
What a nifty invention! These no-pedal balance bikes from Strider help toddlers get acclimated to two wheels just as soon as they can walk. Can you say “future motorcyclist”?
Many riders like to display GPS devices, cell phones, or MP3 players on their bike’s fairing or windshield while riding. There are lots of products on the market for attaching those devices, but not all of them will protect your expensive electronics from rain, flying rocks, and other hazards on the road.
New Windshield Bag Protects Your Electronic Devices (and It’s Touch-Screen Friendly!)
It may be winter in most parts of the country, but nows the time to start shopping for your spring and summer riding jacket. Weve discovered a fashionable and protective jacket thats part leather, part textile, and works for cruiser and sportbike riders.
Product Review: Joe Rocket Ladies Radar Hybrid Jacket
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
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
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
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