It wasnt all that long ago that I would beg my mom to let me off her motorcycle a block before reaching my high school so as not to be spotted riding on the back. My how times have changed! Moms passion for riding was an inspiration for me, and while my days riding as a passenger are all but over, these days I get more seat time riding my own motorcycles.
Reader Story: Mom Is My Inspiration to Ride
In the first of series of three Gift Guide articles, WRN editors have hand picked items, we think WRN readers will want to know about to buy for a friend, themself, or put on their own wish list. We compiled items we think youll enjoy giving and getting.
WRN Holiday Gift Guide: Motorcycle Themed Ideas
While I was growing up in suburban New Jersey, no one in my family rode motorcycles or had any desire to know about them. My father was interested in aircraft, so he got his pilot’s license. My family was fortunate enough to be whisked away many weekends to travel somewhere in our plane: Canada for Canadian bacon, Block Island (off the coast of Rhode Island), Amish country in Pennsylvania, and many other fantastic places.
Reader Story: An Experienced Rider Takes to the Back Seat
My riding experience started by sitting on the back of my husbands new 1989 Harley-Davidson Ultra Classic. While enjoying sitting on the back during 1989, I knew instantly this was not the place for me. My husband would take me to the local mall to practice. He would ride the bike there and I would follow in his truck. At first he would sit behind me on the bike and I would ride around the parking lot.
Reader Story: Mentoring through Mishaps
If youre a rider who likes a backrest, take note: Harley-Davidson is releasing a new slimmer backrest for riders who have touring models. The slimmer seat increases room for the passenger, while not skimping on comfort. The Comfort Stitch Style Rider Backrest Kit fits 1988 or later Touring models equipped with a one-piece slotted seat.
New Slimmer Backrest for Riders
Last summer, my husband and I were inspired by a friend who rode from Wisconsin to California on his Harley. Things have not been the same since. Ive always liked motorcycles although I hadnt been on one since high school more than 30 years ago.
Reader Story: Husband and Wife Get Riding Bug Together
The love of motorcycling can come on at any age through the encouragement of a friend or even through a change in life that says its time to try something new. These readers took to riding at different phases of their lives, but with similar intensity.
READERS RIDES: Love of Motorcycling Sets in at Any Age
Share your passion for motorcycling with your children, grandchildren, young friends and relatives by giving them a motorcycle-themed storybook. We were so excited when these books came to us because weve been hard pressed to find motorcycling childrens books, and these are just great, in our opinion.
Theres so much more to Kawasaki than just motorcycles. With Mothers Day just around the corner, what a great time to showcase some of their fun gift ideas. Check this weeks selection for the latest motorcycle product news!
Kawasaki Apparel and Gift Items
The Harley-Davidson Road King is one of the most popular motorcycles for riding two-up. However, the stock bike is not set up for passenger comfort and security. We show you what you need to make your Road King passenger-friendly.
Making a Road King Passenger-Friendly