On October 3-5, Femmoto, an all-women demo day on the track, took place at the Las Vegas Motor Speedway. This is the first year all the major manufacturers were represented, as well as some of the smaller ones, like Kymco and Triumph. This is one of the biggest outreach events for women riders in the motorcycle industry.
The third annual Womens Sportbike Rally is set for August 22-24 in the Great Smoky Mountains. Rally headquarters will again be located at Fontana Village Resort in Fontana Dam, N.C. Guests can choose from remodeled cabins or lodge rooms for their accommodations, which offer modern conveniences surrounded by beautiful mountain scenery.
Womens Sportbike Rally Returns for Third Year
After 20 years, the Kawasaki Ninja 250R gets a complete redesign, offering more features while keeping its price ultra-affordable. What makes this the top-selling model in the Kawasaki lineup? Affordability. Its also hugely popular among women, who make up one-third of owners.
MOTORCYCLE REVIEW: Ninja 250R Gets a Makeover
Kawasaki offers a wide variety of models in its sportbike category, including the only 250cc sportbike on the market, the Ninja 250R, a popular choice for entry-level riders. The companys newest model is the naked Versys, a street fighter thats very different from the other Kawasaki models in that it almost defies description.
I kept hearing how amazing Kawasakis new-for-2007 Ninja 650R is, so I just had to ride it. Well, I finally had my chance in the saddle of this newest addition to the Kawasaki Ninja family, and now I know what all the excitement is about.
MOTORCYCLE REVIEW: Kawasaki Ninja 650R: Blurring the Lines
Motorcycle enthusiasts eagerly awaiting the arrival of BMWs new F 800 GS will need to be a bit more patient, as production of the middleweight dual-purpose enduro will be delayed due to worldwide demand for the popular F 650 GS.
New BMW F 800 GS Available This Fall
An important part of managing risk while riding is wearing motorcycle-specific gear that includes armor. Many motorcycle jackets come with built-in protection in the shoulders and elbows and a pouch or sleeve for a back pad that attaches to the garment. These sometimes shift while in use and become uncomfortable.
PRODUCT REVIEW: Knox Back Protector Made for Women
Ducati unveiled its entire 2008 model lineup at the EICMA International Motorcycle Exhibition in Milan, Italy, last week. New bikes, new accessories and a new line of apparel all form part of the innovative 2008 lineup for the Italian manufacturer.
The Buell Motorcycle Company is celebrating a major milestone, heralding in a new age of sportbikes with the production of the first Buell 1125R motorcycle at its Wisconsin factory. Turning a new corner in the superbike category, the all-new Buell 1125R delivers a true balance of street and track performance.
Breakthrough Buell Rolls Off Assembly Line
Femmoto 2007 is now in the history books and will be remembered as a groundbreaking year for the all-women demo ride event. More attendees, more manufacturers and an expanded schedule of events made this, the sixth year of Femmoto, the biggest one yet.
Record Attendance at Femmoto 2007