If you enjoy different cultures, are good humored about adverse conditions, and have a passion for adventure, youd probably enjoy riding a motorcycle in foreign countries. Here are some things you should know and questions to ask yourself to see if overseas travel is right for you.
Am I comfortable being out of my own element?The ability to enjoy environments and cultures different from what youre used to is probably the number 1 requirement for successfully riding in undeveloped countries. Outside of
Overseas Travel: Is It For Me?
Once in awhile a bike comes along that really gets the attention of Editor Genevieve Schmitt – the kind of attention that has her thinking of actually owning one. See why Genevieves all excited about the new Buell Ulysses.
MOTORCYCLE REVIEW: Buell Ulysses XB12X
As a new motorcycle rider, the 2006 Suzuki Burgman 400 was my motorcycle of choice. Lots of research went into my choice and I absolutely love mine. Ive taken the BRC and the ERC. Ive still got a lot to learn.
READER MOTORCYCLE REVIEW: Burgman 400
American Suzuki Motor Corp. is aiming its Burgman 400 motor scooter squarely at the womens market with a sporty new 2007. One sales brochure for the Burgman features a woman riding the 400, whereas a man is sitting on its beefier cousin, the Burgman 650.
MOTORCYCLE REVIEW: Suzuki Burgman 400
Two women choose a Honda Shadow Spirit 750 at different times in their riding lives.
In addition to the Softail Springer and Road King, Harley put the Dyna and the Ultra Classic through its CVO assemby line. These bikes are pure showstoppers. Find out what WRN contributor Diane Ortiz thinks of these motorcycles after she had a chance to test ride them.
MOTORCYCLE REVIEW: Harley-Davidsons Top-of-the-Line Customs, Part Two
Look what happened to the Springer Softail and Road King! Harley put these bikes through its Custom Vehicle Operations assembly line creating some amazingly beautiful and powerful motorcycles. Find out what WRN contributor Diane Ortiz has to say about them.
MOTORCYCLE REVIEW: Harley-Davidsons Top-of-the-Line Customs, Part One
In spite of injuries, two women find ways to get back in the saddle. The third woman in this installment shares why she loves her Sportster so much.
READERS RIDES: Motorcycling At All Costs
The newest, neatest motorcycle to hit the entry-level market is the Legacy 250 from QLINK. QLINK is the U.S. importer for CF MOTO, a Chinese manufacturer of primarily scooters thats been around for several decades. QLINK is aggressively going after women knowing they are the fastest growing group among new riders.
MOTORCYCLE REVIEW: QLINK Legacy 250: An Automatic Motorcycle with Multiple Personalities