In law enforcement, motor officers are distinguished as the top 2 percent in the field. Female motor officers, like me, are the top 0.2 percent (roughly) of law enforcement—now that is an accomplishment! Of course, getting there wasn’t a walk in the park.
Reader Story: The Life of a Female Motor Officer
As we ride into autumn with fallen leaves swirling around us—and occasional bursts of cool or warm temperatures (depending on what part of the country you live in)—a jacket that can handle change is essential. With a variety of features, these new styles from Alpinestars, Joe Rocket and Harley-Davidson can transition from keeping us warm to cooling us down.
Riding Jackets That Go from Warm to Cool Temperatures
I’m picky about what accessories I put on my motorcycle. The style and quality has to meet the high standards I’ve come to expect from having access to lots of products as a result of working in the motorcycle industry. So I was excited when I received the latest doodad for my bike, as it exceeded my expectations.
PRODUCT REVIEW: A Custom Accent for Your Motorcycle
In September we brought you news of the 2013 motorcycle releases that will appeal to many women riders. Now four more manufacturers have introduced new motorcycles or added upgrades to bikes that we think women will want to know about.
More New Motorcycles Updates for 2013
You probably find yourself wearing some form of a T-shirt in the casual part of your day, so why not wear one that shows off your passion for motorcycling? A new line of motorcycle-inspired tees and tanks can help you do just that.
Motorcycle-Inspired T-Shirts to Wear All Year Long
Next June, tens of thousands of Harley-Davidson riders and fans from around the globe are expected to make their way to Rome, Italy, to celebrate Harley-Davidson’s 110th anniversary and the shared passion for freedom that unites riders everywhere.
Editors Blog: Willie G. and the Pope Mark Harley-Davidson Milestone
The 2013 Moto Guzzi V7 is a completely new bike that Women Riders Now Editor Genevieve Schmitt believes women of smaller stature (among other types of riders) may be interested in because of its size, manageability and Italian heritage.
Moto Guzzi Unveils All-New 2013 V7
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, an event organized to increase awareness and raise funds for research. Purchasing products from the companies featured in this article helps support breast cancer research. To honor this special month, WRN is giving away two of these products to WRN readers who enter our special Breast Cancer Awareness Month Giveaway, running now through October 31.
Breast Cancer Awareness Month Giveaways!
The Softail Slim, released as a midyear 2012 model, is an all-new bobber-style motorcycle from Harley-Davidson. Its based on the Fat Boy platform, with a similar front end and an extremely low profile. The Slim now shares the title as Harleys lowest motorcycle with the newly released CVO Breakout, both with a seat height of 23.8 inches.
MOTORCYCLE REVIEW: 2012/2013 Harley-Davidson Softail Slim
This lovely poem from a reader is an homage to motorcyclists everywhere who “know that four wheels move the body, but two wheels move the soul.”
Reader Story: A Poem “For My People”