Because so many women riders are new to riding, they naturally look for easy-to-ride motorcycles as their first bikes—ones that helped them confidently practice the new skills they’ve learned with a feeling of control. Here are some of the recently unveiled 2013 models that fit that bill.
New Motorcycles for 2013 Unveiled
Whether it’s your first motorcycle or your third, there are pros and cons to buying a used motorcycle. Find out what’s right for you from three women who’ve already done it.
New Vs. Used Motorcycles: What’s the Better Buy for You?
Did you know Women Riders Now posts up to a dozen (and sometimes more) stories on the site every month? Our staff is busy compiling fresh content for the site every day, and with all this activity, it’s easy to overlook a story here and there. But whether it’s a new review of your dream motorcycle, a feature story that inspires you to take your next road trip, or an article about ways to improve your riding, we don’t want you to miss out!
Are You Missing Out? Stay in the Loop with Women Motorcycling News
As many of our readers know, WRN Editor Genevieve Schmitt served as the womens POV editor for American Iron magazine for seven years, authoring a column called “The Way I See It.” Genevieve officially “retired” from her column in August 2012 in order to focus her full attention on WRN, but the topics she wrote about continue to be of importance to motorcycle riders.
American Iron Magazine Columns by Genevieve Schmitt
The AMA is announcing its lineup of seminars at the 2012 AMA International Women Motorcycling Conference. The conference will take place July 26-29 in Carson City, Nev. In keeping with the conference theme of “Ride Well,” the seminar lineup includes topics that promote safety, health, awareness and preparation.
AMA Women Motorcycling Conference Seminars Set to Go!
The month of May is Women Riders Month, and Women Riders Now is celebrating by giving you a chance to win a cool women’s jacket and helmet from Scorpion. Women Riders Month is a month of women-focused events and rides aimed at showing the public that more ladies than ever are enjoying the freedom of riding motorcycles.
May is Women Riders Month: Enter the WRN Giveaway!
Ladies, start your engines! The sixth annual International Female Ride Day is Friday, May 4, and countries around the globe are gearing up to host a wealth of rider activities led by women motorcyclists. Occurring each year on the first Friday in May, International Female Ride Day exists to promote and highlight women riders around the world.
Shift Into Gear for International Female Ride Day
Here’s a new motorcycle touring company aimed at the woman rider who likes to put in an incredible day of riding—with some pampering on the side. Biker Babe Tours recently launched in Sedona, Ariz., offering full-service three- and five-day specialty motorcycle tours with themes like “day spa,” “gourmet food,” “national park” and more.
New Woman-Focused Motorcycle Touring Company Launches
The updates keep coming for this summer’s American Motorcyclist Association (AMA) International Women Motorcycling Conference! As many of you know, the conference—taking place July 26-29 in Carson City, Nev.—is this year’s premier event for women riders, featuring inspirational speakers, demo rides, product showcases and much more.
Updates on the AMA Women Motorcycling Conference
Laura Klock, along with her husband, Brian Klock, are two of the motorcycle industry leaders being inducted into the Sturgis Motorcycle Museum Hall of Fame this summer. The museum is inducting Laura and Brian as a couple for their impact on the motorcycle industry together and as individuals.
Laura Klock to be Inducted into Hall of Fame