Are you looking for a new motorcycle helmet? Trying to figure out what kind of helmet you want can be overwhelming. As the number of women who ride motorcycles has increased so has the options for women’s motorcycle helmets. While there are no gender specific helmets there are more graphic and color options available now for women than there has been in the past.
Let’s take a look at the different styles of motorcycle helmets and see which one is best for you!
As the name suggests, full-face helmets are helmets that will cover your entire head, chin, and face. It provides the most protection against accidents and has a crucial chin bar, which protects your chin and jaw in case of an impact.
There are different features offered on a full-face helmet. Most full-face helmets offer vents on the top and front of the helmet. These are important for air flow and will help with heat while you are riding. There are also different shields that offered. Most full face helmets come with a clear shield but tinted and colored shields are usually offered seperately. Some helmets even have a built-in drop-down tinted lens called a pilot lens.
Here is an example of a full face helmet: Scorpion EXO-R320.
Women’s Half Helmet
Half helmets are a very popular choice among motorcyclists that ride cruisers. As the name indicates these helmet cover only half of your head. Typically, a rider will wear a pair of sunglasses or goggles for eye protection with this type of helmet. These helmets tend to be lighter weight than a full-face helmet and allow you feel the wind on your face while protecting your head. This style of helmet can come with a small visor or no visor at all.
If you are thinking that a half helmet is the helmet for you then click HERE to check out a large selection.
Women’s Open Face Helmet
Open face helmets cover you’re your head and ears but leave your face uncovered. Commonly referred to as a ¾ (three-quarter) helmet these helmets can come with or without a face shield. This style of helmet is typically worn by women that are riding cruiser or standard style motorcycles as well as scooters. This is a great option for the rider that would like more protection but doesn’t care for or want their face enclosed.
This style of helmet is available with or without a visor as well as with or without a face shield.
Women’s Modular Helmet
The Modular helmet offers features of both Full Face and Open Face helmets. This kind gives you the best of both worlds! This style of helmet has the coverage of a full face but offers a flip up visor and chin bar. The ability to open the front of the helmet is a great feature for riders that need frequent face to face interaction as this saves them from having to take their helmet on and off.
Women’s Off-Road Helmets
As the name suggests, Off-road helmets are for when you want to ride in dirt or away from streets and highways. They cover your entire head and chin, and the main difference with a full-face helmet is that the chin bar is more accentuated providing better airflow. A rider would traditionally wear goggles for eye protection with this style of helmet. This helmet design of this helmet is different than the others because it is made to protect your face from dirt and debris.
Check out the HJC CS-MX II Creed if you are looking for an offroad helmet option.
Which One Should You Choose?
The type of helmet that you choose is typically based on personal preference and the type of riding you plan on doing. A couple of important things to note when purchasing a helmet is that it fits properly and is at least D.O.T. approved. Having a D.O.T. helmet that fits correctly will insure that your helmet is able to do its job in the event of an accident.
Hopefully you are able to take this information and find the perfect helmet for your next ride!
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If you love flannel during this time of year then you are going to love the Z1R Lumberjill. This motorcycle jacket has that great flannel look with all of the protection that you need for your next motorcycle ride. The sherpa lining and removable hood are sure to keep you warm on those cool day rides.
The Z1R Women's Denim Motorcycle Hoodie is a comfortable fit on or off your motorcycle. The heavy weight denim and fleece chassis will keep you warm while the casual fit of the jacket is perfect for off the bike as well.
The Speed and Strength Fast Times Women's Textile Motorcycle Jacket rounds out our list of favorite fall motorcycle jackets. This jacket is made of a canvas 2 way stretch outer shell and features C.E. approved armour in the shoulders, elbows, and spine. This jacket was designed with a modern fit that moves with you.
These are just a few of the great options that are being offered for this fall riding season. See our entire collection of women's motorcycle jackets here.
]]>We wanted to share our 3 favorite full face women's motorcycle helmets with you that are pretty and NOT pink.
First, there is the LS2 Paisley Helmet. This helmet is a great choice for the rider that is looking for a quality women's motorcycle helmet at a great value!
If you are looking for something classy with a little more color this Speed and Strength SS900 Scrolls women's motorcycle helmet might be right for you!
If the red is too flashy for your taste it is also offered in a black and silver!
Lastly, for all of you ladies that like floral print but not pink the GMAX FF-49 Blossom is the perfect choice! This helmet is also available in teal and white.
These are just our three favorites but there are many more to choice from. Click HERE to see our entire inventory of helmets.
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There are several things that motorcyclists can do to help bring awareness to thier presence on the road starting with being visible. This can be done by wearing hi viz, reflective, or bright colored gear. The objective is to stand out not blend in with traffic. Lighting is another way to be visible on the road. First, make sure that all of your lights and turn signals are working properly. You may choose to add additional lighting or LED bulbs to make your lighting brighter and more easily seen.
Another way to be proactive in your own safety is to use caution at intersections. Many motorcycle accidents occur in intersections due to cars turning left into the path of the motorcyclist. Slow down and proceed with caution through intersections. This also important when leaving a light when it turns green. When the light turns green wait to make sure that the traffic that is coming from the other direction has come to a stop before proceeding through the intersection. If you take off as soon as the light turns green this puts you at risk of being hit by a car that is coming through the traffic light late.
Motorcyclists can also be proactive by anticipating problems. This can be done by focusing further ahead up the road rather than directly in front of you. Focusing further up the road allows to see possible issues before they happen which allows you more time to decide how you are going to respond. When you have time to plan your response your outcome if usually better than if you are forced to make a split second decision.
Following traffic laws is also important and can be life saving. Adhering to your local traffic laws allows other drivers to know what you are doing on the road. Using proper signaling and speed can help increase your safety on the road. Speeding and not properly signally your turns and lane changes makes you less visible to drivers which can be dangerous. Additionally, making sure that you stay our of the blindspots helps to insure that you are seen.
One the most important ways to remain safe on the streets is to wear proper gear and protective equipment. Having a helmet that fits properly and protective gear can be the literally be the difference between life and death to a motorcyclist! If you aren't sure if your helmet is good check out our Free Helmet Safety Checklist! If you find that you need a new helmet we can help! Just Click Here to check out our helmet selection!
There are so many ways to be proactive in your own safety while riding your motorcycle. While it is imporant for drivers to pay attention and watch for motorcycles we can do our part! Do you have a tip for staying safe on the road? Comment below or email us at pinklinemoto@gmail.com.
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This is what has been happening this week:
MOTORCYCLES IN ENTERTAINMENT
Katie Perry has Harley Davidson thanking her this week. Her new song ”Harleys in Hawaii" was released featuring her riding her Harley as well riding as a passenger. Harley Davidson provided motorcycles for Perry’s new video and in return got access to her millions of followers who happen to both the younger and the female crowds that Harley Davidson are currently trying to reach.
You can check out the entire article NY Times Article HERE.
And here is the video for those that are interested:
MOTORCYCLES IN SPORTS
This weekend the 2nd Annual All Female Postie Bike Grand Prix will be held in Cessnock Australia. The race takes place in the streets of Cessnock on 110cc motorcycles. Looks like a fun event to spectate or better yet to participate in. Good luck ladies!
You can follow this event and all of the other events on their Face Book Page.
31 Women representing 20 countries competed for the 2019 Female Team Qualifier by BMW Motorrad. The qualifiers this year were Isabella Londono Rivas from Columbia, Nikkie van der Spek from the Netherlands, Claire Birchard from France, Andrea Box from Australia, and Dlara Finkele from the United Kingdom. Congratulations to the qualifiers and to all the ladies that participated.
Check out the video below to see how awesome these ladies really are!
If you have news about women and motorcycles that you would like us to share please email me at: pinklinemoto@gmail.com
And as always check out our amazing store that is filled with nothing but women's gear and apparel: Pinklinemoto.com
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Today there are so many more options for motorcycles than there used to be. There are cruisers, sportbikes, dual sports, enduros, and scooters. And within those categories there are different models and sizes. Basically there is something for everyone! And if you are uncertain of where to start there are so many resources for beginning female riders. In fact just this week I shared a video on my facebook page that goes through a variety of bikes that are perfect for new female riders. If you missed it check it out HERE.
So what is holding you back from following your dream of riding a motorcycle? Could it be the fear of judgement while taking the training class? If that is the case see my Blog Post about riding classes that are offered for women only! And if there isn't a women's only class offered in your area maybe you have a female friend or three that would like to go with you!
As the number of women riders grow so do the women's motorcycle groups. Check your local area for women's riding groups. These ladies are typically a great source of knowledge and huge supporters of new riders. All of the local lady's groups and lady riders that I know are always so excited to bring in a new rider. There is nothing a motorcyclist loves more that sharing their passion of riding with someone else.
If you exhaust all of these avenues and find that you still are not able to find the resources and support you need to follow your dream that contact me! I will be happy to help you in anyway I can.
Tune in later this week when we talk about how to overcome fear!
Until next time......
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For the past 11 years my husband and I have owned and operated a full service motorcycle repair shop with a storefront. The majority of my days are spent working the parts and service counter and helping customers with gear. Over the past decade I have seen the number of women riders increase which is super exciting! What isn't exciting is the challenge that women face when trying to find motorcycle gear and apparel.
Over the years I saw a pattern emerge when I was trying to help a female customer choose gear. The process always resulted in every book behind my counter being pulled out because each catalog only contained a small selection of items for women. I found this to be so frustrasting. I decided to do some research and found that I had simliar expereinces when trying to locate women's gear and apparel online. There is a far more options than there used to be but it seemed that you had to dig through the men's sections to locate the small section that was for women. Additionally, the market is male dominated and while I love our male counterparts, they have no idea about the struggles we face as women.
So I got to thinking. This is the 21st Century.....why don't women have their own place to shop for motorcycle gear and apparel? A place where they don't have to search around to find their section. Then I thought "Why don't I open an online store for just women?". So that's what I set out to do. How hard could it be right? Ummmm, I quickly found out it is pretty darn hard!
Long story short I persevered and after many months of research and hard work I was able to get the store up and running. While Pink Line Moto is a constant work in progress I think that it is important to know that this is a store just for you. I love feedback and ideas about how to make the store a better place for you. Don't see what you are looking for email me and I am happy to help you find it!
I look forward to serving you ladies!
]]>In an effort to encourage our future lady riders I have compiled a list of a few on road motorcycle training classes that are offered for women only.
The BMW Performance Center located in Greenville-Spartenburg, SC offers a a one day Women Only On Road Class. They also offer a one day Women Only Adventure Riding Foundations Class for you ladies who might be looking for an off road class.
According to the website both the On Road and Off Road classes have added elements that are recommended for women by leading female motorcycle professionals.
Check out their site for schedule and pricing.
T3RG Motorcycle Schools is a Denver, Colorado based woman owned company. This school offers small, women only classes in Greenwood Village and Aurora.
Contact their office at 303-433-9424 for more information or to register for a class.
Located in Bucksport, Maine, this school has been offering women only motorcycle classes for 9 years! According to their website they offer a 2 day class and limit their classes to 10 students.
Check out their website for more information or to register for an upcoming class.
Located in Columbia, Maryland Howared Community College offers a women only Basic Rider Course. This class will allow you to get your motorcycle license in an all women class. This class in only offered once a year.
Check out their website for dates and to register for a class.
Midtenn Motorcycle offers a two day women only motorcycle training class. This class is offered in several cities in Tennessee including Nashville, Mutfreesboro, Clarksville, Columbiz, and Cookeville. Private classes are also offered for riders who feel that they might need or want more individualized attention.
Schedules and pricing can be found on their website.
WASHINGTON MOTOR SAFETY TRAINING
Washington Motor Safety Training (WMST) offers a women only motorcycle training class at their Everett, Washington location. This class is good for new riders and retrurning riders. The class scedule and registration are both located on their website.
I am sure that there are many other women only classes available and I would love to hear about them! If you know of a motorcycle training class that is just for women email me or comment below so that we can add it to the list.
And for those ladies that decide to attend a class on this list or any other class we would love to hear from you as well!
Until next time.............