Harley-Davidson wants our opinion on a new electric motorcycle it has just developed. Starting next week select consumers across the country will be able to ride and provide feedback on the new Project LiveWire, Harley-Davidsons first-ever electric motorcycle.
Harley-Davidson Introduces Electric Motorcycle
Harley-Davidson claims it to have 62 percent of the female market making it the the top-selling motorcycle brand among women in the United States. It sold more new on-road motorcycles to women in the U.S. than all other brands combined in 2013.
Harley-Davidson Leading Sales Among Women
Gone are the days when women riders had to forgo safety and protection for their motorcycling gear in favor of simply looking good. While most motorcycle apparel companies now offer a selection of functional and fashionable riding gear patterned for women’s bodies, there are limited choices for gals who want an fashionable look while riding their motorcycle. Enter the Alpinestars Vika line.
Clothing Review: Alpinestars Stella Vika Jacket, Pants Gloves
I’m an old soul, no two ways about it; a bit of a rebel, perhaps even a hoodlum. I prefer to stand out by embracing the ‘50s vibe of a motorcycle-riding-James-Dean rather than current trends in biker regalia.
Clothing Review: River Road Men’s Hoodlum Jacket
I purchased a Ducati Monster 796 this month and have fallen in love! It’s sexy and nimble, and is a blast to ride. At 5-feet-3, it is a tad tall—I cannot be “flat-footed when sitting on it—but can touch the ground, and havent had any issues. I installed a 696 rear upper shock mount and this lowered the height a bit too.
Your Review: 2012 Ducati Monster 796
This top 10 list of motorcycles is compiled from our surveys and input from our readers over the last six years. Women Riders Now has been the definitive resource for on-road women riders over the last decade so we’re pretty confident this list represents the most popular motorcycles among women motorcyclists today.
Whether you seek inspiration, an escape from everyday life, or a gift for a child interested in riding—these motorcycle-themed books are ideal for you or someone else to pack in your saddlebag this summer.
Motorcycling-Themed Books for Moms, Kids Adventurers
While working in the Starbucks this afternoon (our office when we are on the road) Ive seen one beautiful, professionally dressed woman after another walk in for their daily treats. I admire their fashion sense, their grace, their gorgeous heels and flowing skirts, long tan legs, flowing, smooth hair…
The Trade-Offs of a Motorcycling Life
When the temperature rises, many women riders wear a tank top or spaghetti-strap shirt as a way to keep cool on their motorcycle as a first layer underneath their riding jacket. Wearing these kind of shirts can also mean that exposed bra straps become part of the wardrobe as well.
Clothing Review: Fun Decorative Fashion Bra Straps
Ive been wearing motorcycle boots made specifically for women for a number of years and found they fit great, but lacked in the protective elements that are easily found in mens boots, in my opinion. I decided to make my next boot purchase based on functionality, not gender.
Reader Review: TCX Infinity GTX Boot