Mar
16
2009

Welcome to Demeneshea’s Ride Like a Girl!

I began motorcycle riding in 2004, a time when many people found it an odd or adventurous challenge for a woman no longer a glowing youth. My glow may be a bit tarnished, but my patina flowed into my second or third childhood! I found myself searching everything I could find to read and re-read regarding motorcycling, touring, safety, machines, destinations, and anything somewhat motorcycle related. I read, rode, practiced and learned.

Now many thousand miles later, I enjoy finding others like myself, wanting to ride, looking for places to go and information to get there. Read More

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Feb
04
2012

Motorcycles and Art…Georgia O’Keeffe

A friend sent me the link to another vintage photo that merges two of my favorite subjects, motorcycles and art.

The photo is of Georgia O’Keeffe entitled, “Women who rode away” taken near Abiquiu Ghost Ranch. The famous photo was snappedt by Maria Chabot in 1944. The painter and driver of the motorcycle, Maurice Grosser, visited his friend O’Keeffe’s ranch in 1944 paving an opportunity for Maria Chabot to photograph O’Keeffe and Grosser riding on his 1938 Harley-Davidson Knucklehead.

In all the photographs I have seen of O’Keeffe, I don’t believe I have ever seen one where she looks more mischievous or content.

You can read more about Maria and Georgia’s complicated relationship at the SelvedegeYard.

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Feb
03
2012

Mad Skills!!

The first thing I noticed was the extreme head turns as the rider cranes his neck to look through the turns!! Walt at Streetmasters would be proud! The rider has total trust in his judgement. Awesome stuff!!

On another note….I wonder if I can get my husband or any of my friends to try this with me? I mean trust is almost everything…;) Read More

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Jan
27
2012

Another awesome Vintage pic…motocross girly rider!

Thanks go to my friend Geoff, for sharing this beauty!! Lots o’ mud there, but she appears to be powering through. I love these vintage photographs and motorbikes.

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Jan
26
2012

SH*T bikers say…

Bill Dwyer posted this on his blog AtlasRider I found his video highly entertaining and very very apropos. I can’t believe how many of those I have actually said, and how funny they all are! Great job, Bill. Enjoy!

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Jan
25
2012

We need more Moto-mechanics like the Motomethod!

Now this is a good story of community motorcycle repair. At Motomethod they offer expertise, a place to work and all the tools one might need. Whether it be just changing your oil or a complete rebuild, they are there to help and if you join their “community”, you can qualify for discounts on parts and labor, storage and bike pick up.

I not only want to meet these guys at Motomethod, I’d like to go to their shop to learn more about my bike, and to hang around the big round table breaking bread with all those that drop by for a visit or consultation. And since they are located in Vancouver, BC, a place I have yet to see, I am feeling the need to visit! Sounds like a good reason for an oil change!

Best of luck to you guys, Paul Ian and Simon and your amazing “rent a bay” shop.

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