Motorcycling: The Best Therapy for Life’s Unexpected Twists and Turns
Cancer and divorce didn’t stop this rider from touring the country solo to rediscover what she lost
1/11/2021, By Kathleen Terner, West Linn, Oregon
Motorcyclists will tell you riding a motorcycle is the best therapy when unexpected detours derail their lives. Rider Kathleen Terner proved this when she took eight weeks off last summer during the pandemic to ride coast to coast alone. Be inspired by her journey where she found what she’d lost.
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New Motorcycle First Look: 2021 Triumph Trident
Compact and agile midsized standard with plenty of power and modern technology
1/9/2021, By Tricia Szulewski, Editor
The new 660cc triple-cylinder streetbike from Triumph costs less than $8,000 and has the power and technology to be fun for new and intermediate riders. The Trident features traditional British styling for riders looking for a midsized roadster that offers a classic and contemporary look in an easy to ride package.
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Our Best Picks for Women’s Motorcycle Cruiser Boots
Our top choices in footwear for riding Harleys, Indians, and other cruisers
1/5/2021, By Women Riders Now Staff and Leadership Board
We began our riding boot buying guide with an overview of the different styles available to motorcycle riders. In this article, we share our own personal favorite boots for riding cruiser bikes and tell you why we love them.
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Do It Yourself Tech: Change Your Motorcycle’s Handlebars for an Easy Reach
Part 1: Harley-Davidson Street 750 ergonomic upgrades to help a short woman ride better
1/1/2021, By Tricia Szulewski, Editor
The first thing to do when buying any motorcycle is make necessary ergonomic adjustments to the handlebars, levers, footpegs and foot controls, seat, and suspension so you can easily reach the grips with a relaxed bend in your elbows with feet and hands comfortably able to use all the controls. We show how we changed a Harley-Davidson Street 750 to better fit a short woman rider.
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New Bike Review: Indian Motorcycle FTR 1200 S
Nope, we’re not giving the keys back
12/10/2020, By Tricia Szulewski, Editor
Every once in a while, a special motorcycle comes along that breaks the mold—exactly what Indian did when it created the FTR 1200. Loaded with character, this sporty V-twin roadster is built for fun day rides, both on the road and off the beaten path. See why we love it so much that we bought our own.
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