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Riding the wind…literally!
No one likes feeling out of control and when you are traveling with extraordinary cross winds, you feel just that! Those of us with many miles under our belts are still stupefied at times when a big 50mph gust lets us have it, like a very cross parent. There are some simple steps to remember…
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Time to buck up, Opy….or getting your bike to fit you
Does this bike look to fit me?? It seems so in my estimation but I’ve got to say my arms look very tense!! After much consideration and soul-searching, I need to sit and soul search just why me and my 07 Bandit are having a difficult time bonding. One of the things that I need…
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My bike history and where to next?? Any suggestions for this rider?
My first bike: a 250cc Honda Rebel…cute eh? I began riding when I was easily considered to be too old to begin riding. 🙂 But I did it anyway. Gary had decided to start riding and after being a pillion a couple of times, I opted for “riding my own”. I took the MSF class…
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Lighter, shorter, flickable, but enough power? Suzuki Gladius
As I turn my sights to smaller displacement and lighter motorcycles, I recently found the Suzuki Gladius. This motorcycle is one you will either love or hate when you see it. Many critics have said that the styling is too “female” with its rounded edges, flowing lines and friendly ergos, like any of that is…
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Ashley Fiolek–a riders’ rider and inspiration to all!
This young woman is a total inspiration to overcoming obstacles and finding your dreams. I had the pleasure of meeting her at the AMA Women in Motorcycling conference in 2009. She continues to fine-tune her skills and to keep winning. She is an awesome rider and an amazing woman! KUDOS AHSLEY, you are one badass…
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Gear Review–FirstGear HT Overpants – 2011 for Women, the FG Kilimanjaro Jacket 4.0 and the FG Contour Mesh-The perfect touring package!!
Well, I finally got to use my new gear and I first off want to say just how successful both garments are in terms of comfort and protection. I give both the pants and jacket two serious thumbs up!! The FirstGear HT Overpants are the first I have owned that are perfect fitting. They are…
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1978 Kawasaki KZ 650SR–One awesome motorcycle…but what to do?
I have this beautiful old bike that now lives in our garage. Gary bought it three years ago and used it for commuting from Reno to Sacramento after his FZ1 was stolen. The ol’ boy ran like a top but was always difficult to start. Now it won’t start so lives in our garage. The…
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What were you doing for International Female Ride Day?
I guess the question is simple…did you ride? I hope all of you that wanted to get out and ride did just that!!! *fingers crossed* I was returning from my trip to the southwest and the last few miles from Carson City to Sacramento were absolutely awesome, with sunshine, no wind, ahhhhhh HOME. I guess…
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Test your skills…
MSF site has this nice monthly set of motorcycle riding questions. I missed three…See how you do and do all of them. Knowledge is power!! Every month is Motorcycle Awareness Month when you are a rider!!
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Miles of friendship: Ride to the Southwest to see old friends–The final leg home!
Dave camped in Bluff and I continued on to Torrey, UT. My plan was to go over the Mokee Dugway and down the scenic Hwy 95 to Hanksville then into Capitol Reef NP to Torrey. The scenery on those roads is amazing. I left Bluff at 5pm and knew that riding the 200 miles to…
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