A rider shopping for the perfect-fitting motorcycle will take into account many factors, but for most women riders, seat height is one of the biggest considerations. While finding the right seat height can be difficult for any rider, those with shorter inseams have a harder time than most.
New Seat Reduces Reach for Shorter Riders
OK, I’m embarrassed. I normally turn around product reviews in six to eight months, but this review of Powerlet’s heated gear has taken me almost three years to write. Why? Because I was gun shy. I always said I wouldn’t succumb to using heated gear. If it’s so cold that I need heated clothing, then I ain’t ridin’—that’s been my mantra all these years.
PRODUCT REVIEW: Powerlet Heated Jacket Liner Power Outlet
If you’re looking for a riding jacket that’s as sensible as it is stylish, VaVaVroom’s got you covered. The 1.0 Riding Jacket was made for women by women that ride motorcycles and scooters.
A Riding Jacket Designed for Women, by Women
Rebel Girl … we love the name. Your friends may wonder if youre a rider or just acting like one, but you know youre the real deal. The lifestyle apparel from Rebel Girl will help you show off your love of motorcycling in a fun and rebellious way.
Women Riders Month Special: Cute Pin with Purchase
Using the argument that disc locks are heavy to carry around when you’re not on your motorcycle—and can be accidentally left on the motorcycle when you’re ready to ride off—RoadLoK takes an innovative approach to bike security with a patented design that keeps the lock on the motorcycle at all times.
A New Way to Lock Your Motorcycle
Intercom communication devices are not new to motorcycling. It’s common to see two couples on two Gold Wings with microphones attached to the sides of their helmets, rider and passenger talking to each another and rider and rider talking too. A few years ago, Cardo Systems came onto the market with the scala rider line of headset intercoms and reached out to me in an effort to get the word out to women motorcyclists.
PRODUCT REVIEW: Scala Rider G4 PowerSet Intercom System
You may have seen Hot Leathers in the vendor area at motorcycle rallies. The company has been making leather patches, jackets and other riding accessories for more than 25 years.
Fun Patches and Jackets for Women Riders
Harley-Davidson continues to add to its line of functional riding gear by releasing a new layering system that keeps riders warm without adding all the bulk. Its a product all riders should check out, not just those who ride a Harley. The Rider Comfort System (RCS) is three-layer customizable layering system designed specifically for women.
New Layering System Without the Bulk
Excitement was high at this years Indianapolis Dealer Expo in February, where motorcycle dealers shop for new products to put in their stores. Even though the uncertain economy kept a lot of exhibitors from attending, there were still plenty of new products to look at. The good news is that the marketplace seems to be responding to the increasing number of female motorcycle riders, and our choices in quality riding gear continue to expand.
New Helmets, Accessories and More
No matter how you slice it, women riders are still motorcycling underdogs. For years, I wore men’s boots because women’s styles just weren’t available. I’m talking about real riding boots with reinforced and sturdy waterproof material, ankle protection, and nonskid soles. All I found on the women’s shelves were boots with ridiculously high heels and frilly adornments.
PRODUCT REVIEW: Waterproof Riding Boots from Harley-Davidson