The middleweights—the 750, 850 and 900cc bikes—are a popular class of motorcycle among women who prefer sport touring. In 2008, Aprilia introduced the Mana 850 to the United States, and women have been interested in this sport tourer ever since.
MOTORCYCLE REVIEW: 2010/2011 Aprilia Mana 850 GT ABS
Because I live near Yellowstone National Park in Montana, I frequently get asked by motorcyclists to share what I think are some of the best roads to ride in this area when limited time is a consideration. I recently discovered an scenic loop encompassing Idaho, Wyoming and Montana, covering 400 miles that can be ridden swiftly within four days or stretched out over a week for some breathing room.
Motorcycle Riding Through Yellowstone National Park
If you have a need for speed but no desire to feed the egos that seem to dominate the track environment, you’re in luck. Three women-oriented track days are set for this summer, offering women riders of all skill levels the opportunity to hit the track in a fun, supportive and safe environment.
Womens Track Days Set for This Summer
Manufacturers regularly update and improve upon motorcycles already in their lineups, but last year Honda didn’t just make an existing model better—it designed a brand-new VFR. A sleek, 167-horsepower, liquid-cooled, 76-degree V-4 VFR1200F has taken the place of the “either you love it or hate it” VTEC VFR800.
MOTORCYCLE REVIEW: 2010 Honda VFR1200F DCT With Automatic Transmission
“Dual-sport,” I wisecracked. “Isn’t that riding in the dirt where you have to wear all that safety gear?” Find out what Genevieve Schmitt, a die-hard street rider learns when riding off-road for the first time. Theres way more than the physical. Riding on dusty trails will challenge you mentally while opening up a whole new world.
A Ride to Change Your Life—Yes, Really!
Have you ever wondered what happened to Femmoto, the all-women demo event that lasted for seven years before ending in 2008? It just up and vanished, never to occur again after that year.
Editor’s Blog: What Happened to Femmoto?
Four of the top female motorcycle racers, each making history and breaking records on their own, gathered for a panel discussion at the Long Beach, California, stop of the Progressive International Motorcycle Show in December.
Top Female Racers Share Rare Insights
After sitting on the Kawasaki ER-6n and then taking it for a test ride, I knew instantly that this all-new motorcycle, introduced in model year 2009, has that special quality that will (and is) attracting lots of women riders.
MOTORCYCLE REVIEW: Kawasaki ER-6n: A New Favorite for Women
If there was ever a winter to make your great escape from the snow and cold, 2010 was it. Fortunately I had plans to visit the southern most part of Arizona last February, the only state that didn’t experience unseasonably cold temps, to get a break from the white stuff. Looks like 2011 is going to be just as frigid so start planning your winter motorcycling escape now.
Escape to Southern Arizona This Winter
Ive gone on three different organized motorcycle tours over the years and many, many organized motorcycle rides. After going on my most recent tour by Twisted Trailz, I was inclined to put together this check list so those new to organized motorcycle touring can know what to expect going in. These tours cost a lot of money. You owe it to yourself to do research ahead of time. Heres a helpful list of some things to consider.
Thinking of Going on an Organized Motorcycle Tour?