Two very different woman-oriented books made their way to our offices. Both are very exciting and intriguing in their own right that we wanted to share them with you. One is about a womans life changing motorcycle journey to Alaska. The other is written by Ronna Snyder (pictured) who writes about motorcycling and menopause.
Two places I love riding are the southwest and the Alps. OK, Ive never been to the Alps, but I hope to soon because I know Ill love it. Who wouldnt? The Alps are home to the some of the worlds most spectacular motorcycle riding roads. If youre a travel-minded rider, the Alps are probably on your “bucket list.” Here are two must-have travel books and a book of true road tales to take you on your journey.
Sometimes it is difficult to participate in a technical conversation with others who seem more versed in motorcycle terminology. For those of you who may, on occasion, feel this way, this article was written for you. You will find what I refer to as the basics in motorcycle terminology. Can you guess what part of the motorcycle is at right?
Motorcycle Smarts: Basic Terminology
Do you get nervous when you need to make a U-turn? Are you worried about dropping your motorcycle? If so, a great resource to learn how to make tight turns and slow maneuvers is “Ride Like a Pro V.” The instructional DVD, created by Jerry “Motorman” Palladino, a motor officer and motor officer instructor, demonstrates three techniques motor officers use to outride 98 percent of the riding public.
Make Tighter U-Turns and Other Slow Maneuvers
Weve received several DVDs over the last few months we thought would be of interest to our readers. The first is a fantastic travel video produced and hosted by our friend Christa Neuhauser, the publisher and editor of RoadRunner magazine. The Smoky Mountains Shamrock Tour is the first in a series of travel DVDs Christa and her team of editors at the magazine plan to produce.
REVIEW: RoadRunner Magazine Shamrocks Tour DVD
The Harley-Davidson Nightster has become a very popular bike among women since its introduction last year because its light and low to the ground. For those who own one we are passing along information on a customized product, the Harley Nightster Superbrace.
Custom Brace Created for the Nightster
Willie Max, known for saddlebags, is offering a new line of leather and synthetic leather bags with a contemporary look called Revolution. Revolution’s eight new leather and twelve synthetic leather saddlebags feature a wide range of contemporary designs in either hard mount or throw-over styles.
Tires are one of the most important parts of a motorcycle as they are a riders only contact with the pavement. But many riders take their tires for granted, forgetting to properly inflate and care for them. Tires are actually the easiest part of a motorcycle to maintain. Preventive maintenance can save a ton of headaches later on.
It is often a challenge as a woman to find motorcycle gear that is both safe as well as fashionable. Weve discovered a cool Web site called VaVaVroom that focuses on gear designed for the many shapes, sizes and attitudes of women.
Cool Stuff for the Woman Rider
