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Biker Buddy Women  Why are There Never Any Biker-Buddy Movies about Women?

If you talk about biker buddy movies, you start naming off male actors’ names. If there are ...

Distance Riding  I can’t tell you how many women have stopped me over the years to ask me about riding. They are excited and want to know everything. Am I afraid? Is the ...

Asphalt Ocean  Alone on the Asphalt Ocean

I love to be all alone on the highway, not a single soul in sight, just me and the roar of the bike and my thoughts. I ...

No More Mrs. Nice Guy  I love my friend, Jaala, but there has always been a minor problem. She has always been more concerned about the image that she presents to others than ...

Buying Used Bike with No Title  I found a 1981 Yamaha Seca 550cc on Craig's List for $500, but it has no title. I did some research and found out that acquiring a title is possible, but ...

Scared Beginning Rider  I am writing because I am a new rider, I got my license in September of 09' & because weather started to get cold after I did not buy my first bike until ...

The New Club Rules  Our bike club is going through some changes. First, we need to have elections for new officers. Second, we need to start working on new club rules. Some ...

Adventuring Into 40  Ok..so I was about to turn 40. Big deal, right? I grew up believing that on your birthday you should be queen for the day. And, on a milestone like 40…...

Experienced Rider(s) in Albuquerque, NM?  Hi, there, ladies and the occasional gentleman,

I just finished the MSF beginner's course yesterday and successfully passed the written and riding tests....

Love This Site!  I started riding when I was about 44, on a Suzuki Marauder 800, loved that bike! A great starter bike! But, after a while, it was time to step up. I now ...

Women Bikers MT  Founded in Feb/2009 by its current president Marcela Del Picchia, the MT Women Bikers is a group of bike tourism composed in 90% of women who ride their ...

Rocco's Custom Christmas Gift  My husband bought me a diamond black widow necklace for Christmas this year. After all the package opening was over, he said he had a gift for me in the ...

California Scooter Company  Hello, Joe here from the California Scooter Company. We are a new motorcycle manufacturer in La Verne, California (don't let the word "Scooter" mislead ...

Mods for Women Riders  I co-produce an internet show about motorsports, and we did a series of short videos about motorcycle modifications that better adapt bikes to women riders....

Montana - Idaho You Tube Video You Posted  Hello. I am a visitor to your site.

I happened upon your videos of your bike trip through Montana and Idaho.

I must say that I respect your choice ...

1 Woman, 1 Bike, 10K Miles  Follow me.

One woman, one motorcycle will embark on a 10,000 mile, two month adventure around the country. Her journey will be broadcast across the ...

Need Mentor in SE Michigan May 2010  Hi! I've posted here before - after my less than glorious experience w/ the Rider's Edge course, & after less than motivating parking lot sessions w/my ...

How to Pick Up a Heavy Motorcycle  Hi Ladies,

Though compared to most on this site my bike is not heavy; but for me a 425 lb bike is. Is there a good method to pick up the bike off the ...

New Rider Needs Some Advice   Hello all,

I am a new rider of a Ural Side car. I have had my bike since September of 09. I have yet to go over sustained speed of 40mph. I have ...

Info on Moving Up to a Bigger Bike, Sport Tourer  I'm looking for info on the learning curve from riding a medium cruiser to a sport cruiser/like Kawasaki Concours 1000. How the bike rides differently....

Indiana Ride for Kids  11 July 2010
Pinhook Park
2801 Riverside Dr
South Bend, In 46616
Registration 8:00am to 9:45 am EDT
Ride starts promptly at 10:00am EDT

Join us ...

Bigger Bike  I have been riding for about 10 years and just bought a 1600cc because I wanted the power and a bigger bike, I have always ridden a 750. It's bigger but ...

Encouraging My Wife  Hey guys - I think your website is great. I want my wife to also do the learning thing and join me on trips, she is cautious but I know she'd be great-...

Street Gear  I had a terrible accident in November. Without my helmet, I would have undoubtedly died.

As it was, I broke my neck and hip. Unavoidable injuries because ...

Do You Wear Gear?  As I was surfing this site, I came across the "Her Moto Shop" and noticed some very inexpensive gear for sale. I got to wondering, how many of you wear ...

Motorcyclists Have a "Bad Name"  Ok - I'll get a discussion started, because I just want to know your opinion. Why do you think the cager public seems to assume that if you ride a motorcycle,...

What Does "Experienced " Mean?  Hi Ladies,

Is experience simply the passing of years and miles? If so, I have a ton of experience.....except: I've never raced on a track. I've never ...

When Did You Get Hooked?  I thought it would be fun to tell how/when each of us got hooked on riding.

When I was 7, my next-door-best-friend's big sister gave me a ride on the ...

Newbie Rider  I am a new rider and need some encouragement. First of all I am taking this up at age 55. (Who the heck do I think I am??) I like the feel of freedom and ...

JUGRZ Women's Motorcycle Conference  JUGRZ Women's Motorcycle Conference

WHAT: Meet & Greet, and Registration, BBQ
WHEN: May 14th, 2010
WHERE: Des Moines, WA (Masonic Lodge 245)
TIME:...

Single After 20 Years  Hiya, I find myself single after 20 years of marriage and I have decided that I'm gonna learn to ride a motorcycle and make some friends with whom I can ...

Motorcycle Decor  I have a 09 Softail Deluxe in black. I love my bike but I would like to find some girlie ways to decorate my bike. I would like to personalize it. I am ...

Ladies Night Renton, WA  My name is Steve and I am the Suzuki Owners Club of North America WA Chapter President and together with Renton Motorcycles we are putting on a Ladies ...

Motorcycle Pants  I'm buying motorcycle pants for the first time to enjoy a Gold Wing we recently purchased. I've had a Fieldsheer jacket I really like for a few years but ...

Wants to ride but...  What about my children, ages 13 and 8?? I'm barely skilled enough to ride myself. I would NEVER ride either of my children. How do I bridge the gap between ...

What is the Best Bike for a Beginner?  I am a 5'2" 125 lb inexperienced woman rider (except for a few excursions on a scooter) and am interested in getting a bike. My husband has rode years ...

Cutting Riding Season Short ;-(  Well, I started riding my own bike this year. I took the MSF class and bought my Sporster 883 in Feb. I have not put on as many miles as I would have liked ...

New Rider  I am brand new, 51 years old, 5'3", 125lbs...not real strong, not a weakling either. What motorcycle would you recommend I start with? Just got my license....

Turning Troubles  Well, I have been riding now for about 1,400 miles (6 months). My skill level has soared. I never stall my bike anymore (LOL) I am able to ride on the ...

Chicks on Bikes  My new book is coming out next week and I think you all will dig it! Chicks On Bikes is a coffee table book of real women riders - mostly photographic ...

First Time Passenger  My friend (a bike rider for 53 yrs) wants me too ride behind him on his new BMW, but I'm not young--69 yrs old--and a little nervous. Any idea where I ...

Need Feedback on Ride (LONG)  Before this weekend, I had put on 900 miles on my 1st bike (HD Sportster 883) since I bought it in Feb. This weekend I rode the most miles yet. Yesterday ...

Online Motorcyle Test Questions  I want to take my written test (I'm in NJ) and looking for sample tests to get prepared - questions and answers. I'm already enrolled in the 3 day course ...

Biggest Problem for Women Riders  TIME! I have found that the biggest obstacle to riding is, as Women, we have so many balls in the air, kids, jobs, partners, grandkids, grocery's, household ...

Her Motorcycle Forum Back Online!  After many months of the forum being gone, I have brought it back to life. It is now hosted with a very reliable provider with daily backups.

The forum ...

Has anyone worn or used Cameleon Invisible Armor?  I found this website that had lightweight armor that could be worn under any jacket or pair of pants.

http://www.cameleonapparel.com/categories/protective-...

Need Lady M/C Riders to Set Bonneville Records August 7 to 15  Need lady M/C Riders to set Bonneville Records August 7th to 15th.

Go racing with us. You ride, you set the record. The bikes are completely sponsored ...

I am Small Woman and Need a Small Bike   I am twenty six years old and only five foot. I went for motorcycle classes and I had way too many issues because of my size. They had put me on a Honda ...

Question on the Website  I'm new to the website and I'm really enjoying all the information. However, on several occasions, I've seen pictures of others bikes, but when I go to ...

Is a Rebel 250 the Right Bike for Me?  First, I want to let you know that I love this sight! I have been riding with my dad since I was about 5 years old and I am now looking at getting my ...

New Rider - How long does it take??  I am BRAND new at this. I had a scooter and loved it but wanted more. DH has always wanted a Honda Shadow, so we traded in the scooter on a Shadow Spirit ...

ROAR, Motorcycles for Women  Until recently I had no idea there was a shop anywhere that was customizing bikes to fit women. ROAR of Daytona Beach, Florida is working with bikes customized ...

New Rider in Ohio  I am new to the site and glad i found it. I have been glancing over the forum and notice many women talking of taking and having to pass the motorcycle ...

Getting my own first bike....which is best??  Hello, I am a 38 yr old woman who is tired of riding 2up. I want one of my own!!! We went and looked at a Yamaha Silverado 600 and a Honda Shadow Spirit ...

Crashes  Been riding and racing for 45 years and I always get a kick out of new riders who say that they are going to do this or that in the event of a crash. Maybe ...

Two Bikes at a Stop Sign  Recently, my husband and I took the bikes to run errands in the city. We don't ride together as often as we'd like. I rode behind and found that no one ...

Watering Eyes  I ride an 883 HD Sportster. I have had a problem of my eyes watering when I ride. Once I get going pretty fast, the wind seems to seep in on the side, especially ...

Need Your Ideas  I currently have a Yamaha Fazer, but have been told by the garage that it needs £600 repairs to pass the MOT. I already find it too heavy, so am after ...

Been Practicing Since I Bought My Honda Rebel  I have been practicing since I bought my Honda Rebel. I practiced my turning, clutching, stopping, the works. I just wondered how soon is a good idea to ...

Honda Rebel Parts  I recently purchased an 85 Honda Rebel, in great shape and well maintained. Only has 5200 miles (now 5250) As part of the "ritual" I of course dumped it ...

Looking for Riding Partners and or a Mentor  Hello,

I am a new rider with a new bike. My boyfriend is a long time rider and is willing to ride with me sometimes. However, I am interested in finding ...

Women Riders in New York  I just got my license and bike. I am looking for other women riders in my area; especially experienced ones that I can learn from. I live in Sullivan County,...

Does Make-Up Damage Helmet Liners?  Hi Folks,

I'm a new rider. I have a full face modular helmet. I notice that a bit of blush and bronzer tend to rub off onto my helmet liner. Doesn'...

Motorcycle Leather Jacket  I just got a new motorcycle leather jacket from LeatherUP.com and it's a ladies' vented racer jacket. It's a wonderful jacket and it's very heavy with ...

First Time; What to Wear?  This is me on my first bike - Piaggio MP3 500 scooter. I'm old and fat; not the kind of shape that most clothing fits well.

I don't want to spend a ...

Zfly  Commuting and clothing....

How can I efficiently commute to work and not pack my entire wardrobe?

Any tips on good systems you have found? I am ...

Small Ladies ; Big Bikes  Hey Ladies,

I'm a very interested about motorcycles. But I have come to realize that I am a very small women. I know that riding a motorcycle takes ...

So Cal Women Riders  I'm a new rider and love it . I am looking for other women how ride in So Cal. I have a BMW R1200RT and my husband and I ride in our local mountains, we ...

Getting Back On After Dropping the Bike  I have had my own bike for just over 4 months. Have been riding with my husband for the last three years on the back of his Harley Road King. My first ...

Animals on the Road  Just found your site - so nice to see a woman on a sport bike! I have a Honda 599 and around here everyone is on a Harley with absolutely no protective ...

Speed  I have been riding for a total of 4 months...Just around our very small town - but I have managed to get up to 45mph...my problem is getting used to all ...

Summer Riding in the Heat  My ride is a 2008 HD Softail Deluxe and because I sit "in the bike", I am blasted by the heat off my bike and in our summer it gets 95-100 degrees. The ...

Bike to Bike Communication  My husband and I are planning an east coast bike trip. This is our first and I am looking for advice on how to achieve bike to bike communication on the ...

Breakthrough Riding Day!  Well, I just wanted to gush. I have really been struggling with some maneuvers. Basic ones, like turning, breaking, Yep, all the essentials. I dropped ...

Ride Like a Pro Video  Howdy Ladies!

I just purchased and viewed the Jerry "Motorman"Paladino Video "Ride Like a Pro". I have about 150 miles on my bike, and I struggle with ...

1st Highway Ride  Yesterday, I did my first highway ride and I was scared ...less. It was ok on the straight road but the ramps were a bit overwhelming as well as going ...

Is it Just Me or Are U Lusting Over the Daytona 675?  I recently saw the 2009 Triumph Daytona 675 and ever since then, can not stop thinking about it! So I was just wondering if I am the only one? =)


BTW,...

Motorcycle Security?  I just bought a motorcycle, but I can't keep it in a garage all the time. What's the best way to keep it safe without breaking my bank account?

Women's National Precious Metal Harley Event  Hello Female Riders,

I just found out about this great Harley Davidson event happening in March, April and May across Canada 2009!!!

It's called ...

New Bike  I was finally able to go pick up my new bike today. V Strom 650 I will post picks as soon as I get them it was too dark when we got home. It is just a ...

Quotes or Sayings about Girls on Motorcycles   I have to make an ad in my sociology class about something that goes against society today and can relate to us. I'm an 18 year old girl and just started ...

Got My License!  Well, I went yesterday and took my test and I got my license! NOW, I just need to find a bike. I think I may have found one, it is an 2005 883 Sportster....

Passed the Class!  Howdy!

This is Bridgett, I have enjoyed this site so much and have really enjoyed the feedback. I wanted to discuss my new item.

I took the Motorcycle ...

Becoming a Lady Rider  I want to bring up the topic of buying a bike for a new rider. I am 48 and have been researching buying my own bike. My husband bought a brand new Heritage ...

Women On Sportbikes  All of the women pictured are riders. Some are not on their own bikes. These are all bikes that were currently in our shop and we had the fun idea to create ...

Great Reading!  I am thrilled to have found your site...hours of Great reading!

I, too, have become fully engulfed in this sport. I started riding 3 years ago, which ...

What Beginner Bike?  Looking for a nice bike for a beginner. I'm 5'6" about 200Lbs. I took the riders course on a Suzuki GS250. I am looking for a little more power, and something ...

First Highway Ride  I was really jonesing for a ride as last week, as I work longer hours didn't get home till late - no time to get in a short ride. Today we headed out ...

Motorcycles Built for the Lady  The women riding community needs to let the manufacturers of motorcycles know how many of us there are out there and how our numbers are growing. Therefor ...

Saddlebage hardware support for Honda Rebel  Hey ladies I am looking to dress up my honda rebel with some saddlebags. I found a pair of used willie & max saddlebags online but do not come with the ...

Learning to ride with motorcycle permit  To all experienced, riders you have been there and how do you ride the street with your permit? I am a new rider just learning how to handle my bike, I ...

Where is Everyone Located?  So we can form local rides!

Plus sized gear  I know it was brought up in the past, but I'm wondering if there have been any new ideas or products out there that I can't find. I'm a big girl and I'...

Plus Size Motorcycle Jackets  No one sells them! I am a size 18 in the real world but in motorcycle world this makes me huge and there is no selection of cute/pretty jackets. Had to ...

products designed for short women, riding skills and safety issues  I recently bought a motorcycle and really wished I had more information about how to customize my bike more to fit a 5'2" person with small hands (me). I'...

Expereinced Riders helping new riders  I think it would great if other experienced riders would offer to help other new riders, establish some type of posting board. I am a new rider signed ...

Riding alone-is it safe and how do I stay safe?  I am single and I ride alone all the time. I have had some guys pull up along side me and ask stupid questions,cat calls and such, I try to be nice because ...

How new riders should begin there search for their first bike.  I find this topic important because like I've read on the site,lots of women who have a man in their life would tend to listen to his advice on what he ...

Tips for women riding alone  I would like to venture more than a days ride from home alone but worry about break downs, getting lost etc...

Share a Milestone   Hi all it been a while since I stopped by, still riding here in the NW today was 45*. Tomorrow suppose to be cold, 32* & wet. Rain with snow mix so it ...

Motorycle Helmet Ponytails and Pigtails  I just bought a cute pair of these helmet pigtails and I wanted to share. I bought them here: Helmet Pigtails

Doing the small ( but important) maintenance  I need to learn to do small maintenance: like chain lube, fix a flat, etc..when do I bring it to a mechanic and what can I do myself? What are the other ...

New riders  I just purchased my first bike and extremely excited. However, I am a novice as a rider and trying to learn. The safety classes have not been too helpful ...

on for the long ride  In the 1st week of May 08, I traveled from MA to MI on my 2001 K1200 RS. What a ride! 855 miles one way.

Traveling on Rte 90 was great and lets ...

Women's Boots for Us Tall Gals!  I have a shoe problem. Mostly because I can never find the ones I love in my size: 11

I really want some sexy, tough, super protective, comfortable,...

Blue Lightning  Hi,

Bought a new 2006 FJR 1300 in April. Have 57K on him, named Blue Lightning. Most of the miles are travel with a tent, sleeping bag, general camping ...

Smart Phone for Bikers  A Really Smart Phone for Bikers

The talk almost always breaks down to smaller and smaller topics. It starts with the discussion of the bikes of course-...

Waterproof Gear?  Hi,

My wife and I live in Alaska and both ride our own. The area we are in receives a lot of rain and milder temperatures so warm, waterproof gear is ...

Modesto, CA Area Women Riders  I am a female rider from Modesto, Ca. There are very few women in this area who ride and I just love to get the word out to other women about how fun the ...

Getting My New Bike Soon :)   does any one have a personal review of the Honda NSR 125 R as I am getting one VERY soon my 2nd bike, (1st sporty type). I am buzzing so much about it....

Do You Like to Write About Riding?  Do you like to write about your biking adventures? Have you been on a great ride, or have an awesome bike you want to tell the world about? How about a ...

1st Annual Sedgwick County Bike Fest  By way of introduction, my name is Richard Bartel. I am the President and Owner of Bartel Productions, Inc.

I am contacting you today to let you know ...

Cars are waaay too expensive...  I'm thinking of buying a motorbike but i dont know where to start. What kind of price would I be looking at when I buy a beginner bike? What other things ...

Little Bug Foundation Charity Ride  Hello, My name is Susan Weber and I'm an Executive Director of the Little Bug Foundation. The Little Bug Foundation is a non-profit organization that ...

When I Make Up My Mind  I've always been a dreaming...I placed it in my mind one day that I was going to ride a motorcycle.. I decided that it was enough of talking but just doing....

Civilian Top Gun Precision Riders - riding like professionals  Need entertainment for a rally or bike event? How about Civilian Top Gun Precision Riders. Precision riding, with commentary and music. We received a "you ...

Civilian Top Gun Precision Riders  Offset cone weave, impressive for one rider, however Marc Ward and I do mirror each other in our performance.

Dancing Motorcycles, if you need entertainment ...

New Forum Bug Found & Squashed!  OK...I have found the problem with the new forum! The system email was not configured. If you signed up and never received the activation email, you can ...

Civilian Top Gun Precision Riders  My boyfriend and I rider HD Road Kings and perform at rallies and bike events, educating riders about the importance of receiving the proper training and ...

Rallies  Want to attend a really big rally? There's still time to pre-register for the AMA-FIM International Women & Motorcycle Conference being held in Keystone,...

Female Riding Team  Hi,

I am putting together a female riding team and wanted to extend the offer to join to any skilled female riders you may know. I have included the ...

Coming Soon  As some of you may know, early in the year the her-motorcycle forum database was lot by the ISP which was an unbelievable nightmare. I was very frustrated ...

Pink and Chrome - Ride for the Cure  Pink and Chrome - Ride for the Cure is an open motorcycle event to raise money for Susan G. Komen for the Cure of Greater Cincinnati. This is an 80 mile ...

Plus Size Jackets Found!!  Hello all, I just wanted to let you know that I was able to find a plus size jacket that actually fit's me for a good prize. I am a size 28-30, and have ...

What a Wonderful Life  Just want to share that I had an excellent ride today. I am a new rider and just recently passed MSF and have been riding my own bike for 2 weeks. Today ...

What Kind of Bike Should I get?  Okay, my husband rides a Triumph Street Triple, it's a sport bike. I think I like standards and cruisers. Then I won't be able to keep up with him. He ...

Can You Recommend an Off-Road Bike for a Small Woman?  Hi!

I'm just learning how to ride and am interested in getting a bike that could be both on-road transportation and fun for off-road. The only bike ...

Troy Lee Designs Rev Women's Pants and Tourmaster Jacket  At 5'2" and 170 lbs, (size 12-14 depending on the brand) I have been having a terrible time finding any textile pants over a size 12 that fit. Mens' pants ...

Motorcycle Chaps  If anyone is looking for a pair of chaps that are non leather, do I have a great company for you to check out. The Colorado Chap Company makes a wonderful ...

Lois on the Loose  On May 2nd, famed Adventure rider & author, Lois Pryce, will be speaking and signing books at the RevZilla store. We are organizing a meetup and ride from ...

Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure Charity Ride  FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Life in the Fast Lane Sunday, May 31st, 2009

Soldier’s Field Chicago, Illinois

For More Information: Contact: Brawin ...

Mini Me Personality  Well everyone, this is my first motorcycle I learned to ride on and I am only 20 years old. It is a Suzuki Savage. I believe that there is no greater feeling ...

Slay the Dragon  Anyone interested in slaying the dragon Aug 2010? Yes 2010 our bike trips for 2009 are booked but we are now working on 2010. We will be spending a week ...

Trip Companion  On 6 of July I want to travel from Romania to Spain and I want to meet another biker on this trip.

I RODE TODAY! First time on my bike!  Well, we finally had a nice day, no rain and I was able to take my new (2005) Sporster for a ride! My husband took me to the parking lot at his work (HP,...

Exclusively Women Himalayan Tours  Dear Lady's

We're a young adventure bike touring company based in Nottinghamshire UK, with our office in the Himalayas, catering for bikers who want ...

Apparel Reviews Would Be Lovely  For example I just bought new winter gear from Joe Rocket. The knee pad pockets aren't positioned correctly for driving a bike, they are really comfy in ...

Against the Wind Review  Ten consecutive thousand-mile days on two wheels in a mental race against imponderable odds and a ceaselessly ticking clock?welcome to the legendary Iron ...

Staying alert when long distance riding.  If one is feeling sleepy, in place of caffeine, it is better to stop and get off. Maybe eat a healthy snack, replace caffeine with water, walk about the ...

Terminology  For us really new riders (no friends or family that ride and the guys we know talk over our heads)
Sometimes it is frustrating to have to go look things ...

Charity Fund Raiser Ride  August 31st, Sunday went with a group here (Portland road runners) for charity fund raiser. My first group ride :) the ride was to raise funds for a ...

I think we should keep an open forum.  Keep it open. There are so many subjects and questions out there for a new biker and alot that a seasoned biker could share with others: depending on the ...

Ladies jackets in larger sizes website check it out  Hey to all sisters who ride if you are looking for a jacket. For us women who may need a larger size than found on other websites then check this website ...