Black is all the rage these days in custom motorcycling—gloss black, matte black, and every shade of black in between. Now Suzuki is getting in on the action with its new touring-equipped 2013 Boulevard C90T B.O.S.S.
MOTORCYCLE REVIEW: 2013 Suzuki Boulevard C90T B.O.S.S.
Large-displacement cruisers usually mean large everything else, too. But for women and smaller-framed men who want a big V-twin that handles well and is in proportion to their not-gargantuan bodies—without sacrificing power—there aren’t many options in today’s motorcycle market. Thats why when we find one, we make sure you know about it.
MOTORCYCLE REVIEW: The Versatile and Likable 2013 Victory Judge
Anyone whos spent more than a few hours in the saddle knows that a comfortable and well-fitted seat is one of the most important aspects of a motorcycle, especially those used for touring. These new seats from Saddlemen and Mustang address two of the most common problems associated with stock seats—comfort and proximity to the ground.
New Seats for Harley-Davidsons and Honda Gold Wings
I’m pretty proud of the fact that at 49 years of age I still have flat abs, thanks to a lifetime of healthy eating and working out. Nonetheless, I’m a modest woman, so I’ll spare you the photos of middle-aged me wearing the Freegun bra and underwear and leave that to the hot young chicks in this photo.
PRODUCT REVIEW: Motorcycle-Specific Undergarments
The Roadcrafter from Aerostitch is one of motorcyclings oldest and most popular riding suits. Developed in 1984, the Roadcrafter has been the suit of choice for thousands of riders heading out on world tours. Now Aerostich is following the lead of many major motorcycle apparel manufacturers and making sizes cut specifically for women riders.
Aerostich Now Making Women’s Riding Suits
I like when a motorcycle jacket is described as being “specifically styled and cut for women” and truly is. The Alpinestars Stella T-Fuel Waterproof Jacket has smaller-circumference closures at the wrists and neck to correctly fit a woman’s features, plus an extended profile makes it long enough to fit over a womans hips.
Product Review: Alpinestars Stella T-Fuel Waterproof Jacket and Stella Tyla Gloves
When I started riding 23 years ago, I didn’t want to put a windshield on my Harley-Davidson Dyna Low Rider. Why? I didn’t want to “block” the view or make my cool motorcycle “uncool.” I did, however, need the benefits that come with shielding the wind from my face on long days in the saddle. So I sucked it up and installed a windshield that rose up completely in front of my face. I never took it off from that day on.
Product Review: The Best Windshield Ever for Metrics Harleys
Unlike the sportbike crowd, most cruiser riders—me included—have not embraced the idea of wearing earplugs while riding their motorcycles. This may have something to do with cruiser riders believing that they’re “tougher” than sportbike riders, but I’m not really sure.
Product Review: Custom Earplugs for Motorcycle Riding
A women’s riding jacket saturated in a “My Little Pony” color scheme may appeal to some women riders, but that bright pink or baby blue is just as likely to elicit eye rolls from others. That duality is what provoked Icon to tactfully revamp its jackets, replacing what many think of as “girly” colors with what the company refers to as “power” colors. After all, that’s what women riders are—empowered!
Product Review: Icon Overlord Type 1 Jacket
Icon says, “Give us liberty or give us mesh.” Luckily the company was able to combine the two when it designed these Justice Mesh gloves, as nothing is more liberating for summer riding than a pair of comfortable shorty gloves that breathe.
Product Review: Icon Justice Mesh Gloves