Beginner’s Guide

Some women think about riding their own motorcycle for years; others get the idea later in life. Find out how to stake your claim in the motorcycling world and why you’ll never look back.

If youre thinking about getting into motorcycling—which usually means buying your first bike—youre probably wondering what motorcycle is right for you. At WRN, we know how daunting the task of choosing your first bike can seem. Whether its figuring out your ideal displacement or choosing between a new or used model, the options can seem endless.

For years now, youve been dreaming of what it would be like to ride a motorcycle. You can picture yourself on a sportbike or cruiser of your own, but youre just not sure how to get started. Well, youve come to the right place. Weve outlined the steps you should take to go from dreaming about riding to becoming a true motorcycle rider.

Cruising on the pavement is great fun, but sometimes its just not enough to satisfy a riders need for speed. If your interest in motorcycling involves getting down and dirty on the motocross track or fast and furious on the racetrack, then these articles are for you.

One of the best things about a riding a motorcycle is embracing new experiences and watching yourself become a better rider. WRNs Riding Right section is devoted to helping you learn new skills so youll ride more proficiently. If youre just getting into motorcycling, its worthwhile to check out these articles written by Motorcycle Safety Foundation (MSF) instructors on how to improve your riding skills.

WRNs Top 10 Things to Expect for Beginners You’re going to drop the bike at least once. You’re going to be nervous for a while. You’re going to get frustrated. You’re going to hear “crash”