Five years ago, this adrenaline junkie had a ski accident that laid her up for some time. During her long recovery, she set a goal to get back into motorcycling. Read her motivational story.
Returning to Motorcycling on a Honda CBR300 Sportbike
WRN reader Michele Karaffa Cage used to ride a cruiser, but she wanted to ride on gravel roads. Listen to her tell us why she chose the BMW F 700 GS as her do-all motorcycle.
Video Reader Review: BMW F 700 GS
Today, Harley-Davidson unveils the all-new Milwaukee-Eight engine, the ninth Big Twin in its history, plus all-new front and rear suspension for its Model Year 2017 Touring motorcycle lineup.
Video: Harley-Davidson Unveils All-New Engine for 2017
More women are riding bigger motorcycles to take them on their long distance adventures. Find out what the most popular touring bikes women are riding now.
Top 5 Touring Motorcycles Women are Riding Now
Touring bikes may be the trendy models among motorcycle manufacturers now, but Harley-Davidson’s Heritage Softail Classic has filled that role for 30 years making it a longtime favorite among women and men riders alike.
Review: 2016 Harley-Davidson Heritage Softail Classic
The rise in sales of touring motorcycles may have some smaller-sized riders feeling uninvited to the party. The Sportster SuperLow 1200T fills the gap for a “smaller touring bike.”
Review: 2016 Harley-Davidson Sportster SuperLow 1200T
The 2016 K-Pipe 125 from KYMCO is a 4-speed single cylinder motorcycle that’s ideal for new riders as well as those who want an easy-to-ride zippy motorcycle with which to blast around town.
VIDEO: New Beginner Motorcycle Now Available
I was excited when asked to demo the Dainese Tempest D-Dry Lady jacket and pants — meaning they were specifically cut for women — because my first solo overnight trip was coming up and I knew it would be a great couple of days to try out some new gear. The Tempest D-Dry jacket and pants are intended for three-to-four-season touring.
Review: Dainese Tempest D-Dry Lady Jacket and Pants
The Harley-Davidson Dyna Switchback has a big following among women riders who want the power, comfort, and storage of a big touring motorcycle, but dont want the bulk and “big-ness” of the bigger bike. Watch this short video review by a WRN reader.
Video Reader Review: Harley-Davidson Dyna Switchback
The bargain-priced 687cc Yamaha FZ-07 shares its FZ-09 sibling’s styling and cross-plane engine platform, but in a smaller, more user-friendly package. New riders and commuters can both appreciate the FZ-07’s light weight and easy maneuverability. But with plenty of torque and power for weekend warriors, the FZ-07 is, simply put, two-wheeled fun at its best.
Motorcycle Review: 2015-2016 Yamaha FZ-07