I knew I wanted to ride my own motorcycle after a cross-country trip in 1975 on the back of a 56 Harley-Davidson Panhead. I live in Texas, and in those days, you got the book from the Department of Public Safety (DPS), got a learners permit, learned to ride without much information, and took the test to ride solo. That was the plan.
Reader Story: The 27-Year Learner’s Permit
For decades, manufacturers have been making undergarments for bicyclists, so it seems only natural that they’d start designing the same for motorcyclists. LDComfort has been making long-distance motorcycle undergarments for men since 1999. Now the company is recognizing the importance of the womens riding community by offering ladies versions of its riding shorts, tights and tops.
Undergarments Designed for Women Riders
Scorpion rides the line between being slightly edgy to appeal to young hipsters and having just enough sophisticated style and protection to appeal to tried and true riders looking for gear that’s fun to wear but not outrageous. I recently tested a lightweight leather jacket that looks smart on both cruiser and sportbike riders. It’s the Scorpion Dynasty, part of the company’s EXOWear collection.
PRODUCT REVIEW: Scorpion Dynasty Women’s Leather Jacket
Moksha is the first Indian woman professional in motorcycling. This story is a chronicle of her two-week solo ride from Manali to the Pangi Valley via the Sach Pass, a high and narrow pass in the Himalayas. By completing the ride, Moksha became the first Indian woman to make this journey by motorcycle.
Reader Story: An Indian Woman Rider Accomplishes a First
If you’ve ever worn pants tucked into your motorcycle boots, you may know the annoyance of yanking those pant legs down or suffering from the unattractive “bunchy knee” look when you’re off the bike. This new accessory called the Kuza Strap offers a solution.
New Straps Keep Pant Legs Tucked into Boots
Brake and clutch levers that are adjustable to the reach of a rider’s fingers are pretty standard on most sport touring motorcycles and sportbikes and on some metric cruisers. But on Harley-Davidson models, the levers from the factory are not adjustable, so women with small hands must struggle to reach the brake and clutch levers when pulling them in.
Adjustable Brake and Clutch Levers for Small Hands
Those who like to wear denim while riding know its difficult to find a riding jean that provides adequate protection without adding too much bulk. In this article, we review two pairs of “lighter” riding jeans from Icon and Gravitate Jeans—do they achieve the elusive middle ground? Check out our review, plus a bonus video from WRN Editor Genevieve Schmitt.
PRODUCT REVIEW WITH VIDEO: Women’s Motorcycle Riding Jeans
Whether it’s your first motorcycle or your third, there are pros and cons to buying a used motorcycle. Find out what’s right for you from three women who’ve already done it.
New Vs. Used Motorcycles: What’s the Better Buy for You?
Adventuress is offering WRN readers an exclusive discount! Now through August 31, 2012, there are two deals for WRN readers who purchase Adventuresss awesome skin care products. Order any product from the Adventuress Web site and you’ll receive 5 free wipes. And if your order totals more than $50, you’ll receive free shipping!
PRODUCT REVIEW WITH VIDEO: Skin Care Line for Women Riders
Talk about hitting a nerve! After we posted a story last year about the introduction of Schuberth’s new C3W, the ladies’ version of its C3 flip-up full-face helmet, many WRN readers sent in comments slamming the $699 price tag. Lynn from Illinois wrote, “Like the looks and design, but I cant afford the price. I have to keep buying those lottery tickets!”
PRODUCT REVIEW: Schuberth C3W Helmet, Just for Women!