Female Riders (Stats)

[ChasCS]

That's another fantastic story of riding beginnings

Hi,
That's great. My thanks, to you for sharing your personal story and history on two and now three wheels. It's always interesting to me, and I'm sure many others here too, to enjoy reading these pages from all you ladies diary.
I like how you cropped your yellow SpYder sig pic.

There must be many more personal stories and memory files, I hope we will eventually be allowed read here.
As you can see, by the number of times this thread has been read, that the topic is of much interest for many of the rest of us.

Ladies, Please share more of your interesting and enlightening experiences on two or three wheels...


Chas

 

[bandreassen]

I started riding in 1984, and there were very few women on their own bikes. It's been great to see that number increase over the years. I get more attention now on the Spyder than I did when I rode the Wing....

 

[NJArachnyd]

My wife Jeannine and her "new" 2011 RS-S

 

[ChasCS]

Thanks for this

She is beautiful, and the bike, it looks great too. ;-)

Is there a story behind her ryding, a SpYder??

Chas

 

[vondalyn]

always loved motorcycles (and trucks!)

I think part of why more women are riding is also that more women have their own incomes and don't have to "ask someone" for money for a motorcycle, though I still hear that going on when I'm in motorcycle shops.

I was a tomboy growing up and rode on the back of friends motorcycles as a child and teenager. Always liked them, and always wanted one of my own. As a young (poor) married couple, we needed a second vehicle and a motorcycle was a lot cheaper to purchase and maintain than a second car so on my 20th birthday my husband suggested that I get a motorcycle. Even then he would ride on the back from time to time instead of him always driving when we both rode together -- imagine the looks we got back in the 80s with that scenario! I/we rode the first one for a number of years before we decided we could afford a second one. I got the newest one and my husband got the hand-me-down. Rode for a bit longer before I sold it to buy a horse. Played with horses for longer than I should have considering the number of injuries I've had, and finally in 2008 I saw this new thing called a Spyder on TV. Fell in love with it immediately and went to a dealership for a test drive. 2008 was kind of a dodgy time job-wise in the software industry where I work, so I made the difficult decision to NOT buy anything new that I might not be able to afford should I get laid off. Several jobs and years later, I felt like I was in a better position to take on the expense of a toy, so in 2012 I got the RT limited. Now I've fallen in love with the F3 so here I go again with a new fun toy.

 

[Deanna777]

I started riding in 1993, I was a passenger until 2009 ( went thru a difficult time in 2009 until March 2010) I rode Honda's, Yamaha's, Suzuki's, Kawasaki's( nomade Cruiser) HD Switchback, in 2011 I told people that I wanted to get my motorcycle license, so in 2012 I took the Motorcycle Safety Coarse and got my permit/license, and traded the 2012 HD Switchback for 2012RTS-SE5. Kept the 2012RTS-SE5 for 2 years, then I traded the 2012RTS-SE5 for my Current ride 2014RTS-SE6. I like the freedom, and being in control of my own spyder. If life gets stress full I can just get on my spyder and GO. Also, if I want to just go for a ride I can. Deannahyea:

 

[ARtraveler]

I started riding in 1993, I was a passenger until 2009 ( went thru a difficult time in 2009 until March 2010) I rode Honda's, Yamaha's, Suzuki's, Kawasaki's( nomade Cruiser) HD Switchback, in 2011 I told people that I wanted to get my motorcycle license, so in 2012 I took the Motorcycle Safety Coarse and got my permit/license, and traded the 2012 HD Switchback for 2012RTS-SE5. Kept the 2012RTS-SE5 for 2 years, then I traded the 2012RTS-SE5 for my Current ride 2014RTS-SE6. I like the freedom, and being in control of my own spyder. If life gets stress full I can just get on my spyder and GO. Also, if I want to just go for a ride I can. Deannahyea:

Akspyderlady started as a passenger in summer of 2011. Started out by saying she would never get on one of those things, and that if it was a deal breaker--then BYE. Then, she rode over 5,000 miles in the passenger seat of my RT. I let her drive the 2010 RT a couple times near the end of the year. In 2012, we traded off my Kawi Vulcan 900 LT and bought her a brand new 2011 RT. She drives 5,000 miles per season average just on weekends. Now has over 16K on the 2011 and looking forward to the upcoming season.

We enjoy riding our own :spyder2:,s a lot more, compared to the two up experience. Communicators keep us in contact while on the road.

 

[Deanna777]

Akspyderlady started as a passenger in summer of 2011. Started out by saying she would never get on one of those things, and that if it was a deal breaker--then BYE. Then, she rode over 5,000 miles in the passenger seat of my RT. I let her drive the 2010 RT a couple times near the end of the year. In 2012, we traded off my Kawi Nomad 900 LT and bought her a brand new 2011 RT. She drives 5,000 miles per season average just on weekends. Now has over 16K on the 2011 and looking forward to the upcoming season.

We enjoy riding our own :spyder2:,s a lot more, compared to the two up experience. Communicators keep us in contact while on the road.

My current spyder( 2014RTS-SE6 Cognac) I have learned a lot about the Spdyers mainly thru this website, and sending people/pm's and going to the rally's ( Spyderfest, Spyderquest) the spyders are a conversation piece, when I go for rides, or when I am doing errands, or riding going to work ( in the early morning hours.) On my Current Spyder I have 2,988 miles, which I put on last year( from July 30th to Oct. 1). I am looking forward to up coming season also. Deanna

 

[ARtraveler]

My current spyder( 2014RTS-SE6 Cognac) I have learned a lot about the Spdyers mainly thru this website, and sending people/pm's and going to the rally's ( Spyderfest, Spyderquest) the spyders are a conversation piece, when I go for rides, or when I am doing errands, or riding going to work ( in the early morning hours.) On my Current Spyder I have 2,988 miles, which I put on last year( from July 30th to Oct. 1). I am looking forward to up coming season also. Deanna

Akspyderlady loves to talk about her :ani29: when we stop for gas, food, or just to sightsee. She lights up like a Christmas tree when people start asking about her beloved :spyder2:.

 

[Deanna777]

Akspyderlady loves to talk about her :ani29: when we stop for gas, food, or just to sightsee. She lights up like a Christmas tree when people start asking about her beloved :spyder2:.

I do the same thing when I am at work, or when I am out and about doing errands. I give the people a big sepal about the spyders. They ask me a lot of questions, like "what do you get for gas mileage, do you need a motorcycle license, Is that a trike, can you ride the Spyder on the interstate, is it comfortable etc. Deanna

 

[The Bee!!]

Love it!!!

I have always rode on the back of the Harley, and really never had any desire to have one of my own. But, was in the local dealer for something else and saw and sat on a Spyder, and thought i could do this... So at 58 years old started doing my research and bought my first non 4 wheels toy a 2014 Yellow RT. Have really enjoyed the independence of having my own vehicle and love the extra storage room... Put 3600 miles on it last year so am now adding the Farkles... Have been pleasantly surprised on who and the variety of people that have stopped me to ask about the Spyder... Even my die hard Harley husband has been impressed with how it handles and even got my 81 year old mom on the back for a spin... I also got to say that taking the Motorcycle safety course was a great confidence builder for first time riders.... Highly recommend the course for newbies...

 

[Charlotte17078]

My Spyder Story

My husband rides Kawasaki Voyagers and I have been a passenger for several years. He likes to take LONG trips and I found myself bored out of my gourd!!!
I took the motorcycle safety course and passed on a 2 wheeler. My second bike was a 500 Vulcan and since I am vertically challenged tipped it over a few times at
stop signs.. talk about embarassing!!! The final straw was when I tipped it over into his bike and SCATCHED it!!! We started looking for something else and
came across a beautiful, Viper Red, 2011 RT with alot of bells and whistles and extras that we could afford. I tried it out last May and haven't looked back, except to see if the hubs is catching up!!! hyea: Planning a trip to Arkansas in June, CAN'T wait!!!!

 

[KickinSpyder]

Beginner

I bought a Honda Rebel (250) over ten years ago to begin riding. I had not previously rode any and it was something I really wanted to do. But beginning to ride in your 20's is a bit late in life. I also took my first ride around the block...which sounds easy... but when you live in the foothills of the Ozarks around the block means around the mountain. I said "nope" and sold it. I have been eyeballing the Spyder since its beginning in 2008 but simply couldn't afford one (and finding a used one proved harder than finding a new one). Finally, after 7 years of waiting and healing from some pretty serious health problems I purchased a 2015 F3-S. I've managed to put 200 miles on it in four days just riding around town (;D). I absolutely love it and I love the power of that series in particular.

It's look definitely sets it apart and its as bad ass as it looks. 1330cc is nothing to laugh at and I fully enjoy leaving everyone in the dust.

I've been told by several dealers across several different states (which makes me think the stats come directly from Can-Am) that 24% of Spyder riders are totally new to the market (motorcycles/trikes/roadsters) and 76% are not. The number of women riders are higher also.

Now all I need is to find a club near me...but in Arkansas that seems impossible to find. One company owns all dealerships in Arkansas and they sell above the MSRP with ...and I quote..."we don't negotiate the price". So on a trip up to Minnisota I stopped in Des Moines at Hicklin PowerSports and got a great deal.

This Spyder is also awesome on the roller coaster roads of the Ozarks...cornering is a breeze, often not even requiring the brake at all.

Blay'yum!

 

[donkes]

Hey ladies, what took you so long?

 

[jaherbst]

Chas I don't know why or how it happened but I have two nieces that both have their own pick up trucks.
Back when I was a lad and Shep was a pup women didn't drive pickups.

So I think it is the equalization of the sexes.
My wife is much happier on her own Spyder.
She isn't into the maintenance thing but I know many women who are.

I've always believed that women are the superior sex and this study simply adds to the evidence.

Jeez Roger don't tell them that. They are hard enough now to deal with!:joke:

Jack

 

[maliamd]

Chas I don't know why or how it happened but I have two nieces that both have their own pick up trucks.
Back when I was a lad and Shep was a pup women didn't drive pickups.

So I think it is the equalization of the sexes.
My wife is much happier on her own Spyder.
She isn't into the maintenance thing but I know many women who are.

I've always believed that women are the superior sex and this study simply adds to the evidence.

We have known this all along. :yikes:

 

[Geeky Ryder]

It's HIS fault.

My husband created this monster, so now he has to live with it! Ha. Rode behind him in our 20's. Then didn't have a cycle for many years. All I heard for the last 20 yrs is "Harley, Harley, Harley", so finally gave in. He insisted I needed to try a Spyder and ride my own. So, went to Pitbull Powersports, spent couple of hours looking, sitting, etc. Finally picked out one - silver ST. To my great surprise, he asked if they had another just like it!! So at 60 yrs old, I became a Spyder ryder, and we became a 2-Spyder family. We have since traded for RTs for the comfort, and have ridden Tail of the Dragon and 3 Twisted Sisters, and all over the MO/AR Ozarks. What a great retirement we are having!

 

[Spyderminion]

Because I couldnt

I was always told girls can't do this or that. First was ice hockey, so I played field hockey. Then it was baseball, so, I played softball. Then it was a motorcycle, so, I got a moped -a 1983 general 5 star!!

Then I wanted to join the army. They let women join the army. So, I did. I loved it except that I had to prove myself at every turn. I did which only made it wors:banghead:. But..... I started playing hockey.... Ice hockey......with the guys......and I was good at it!! So being a soldier and a hockey player...life was great!! Then the wars came! Then I got out of the army and was very very sad and then very very angry so..........I bought a motorcycle! And then I was happy:doorag:.

 

[easysuper]

We bought our RT to tour on as my wife had taken a very bad spill on her bicycle and ended up in the hospital . After that she would not even consider getting up behind me on a two wheeler . She had a girle friend who took her for a ride on a GS and sugested that we look into Spyders and even found a dealer. We had our RT that weekend! after a few trips she decided that it would be a good idea to learn how to drive the bike, so if I got injured or sick on a trip she could drive the bike , so entered the girlfriend again and in two months Ellie had her endorsment. Fast forward 4 more months , I'm away, out of state working on a project and she has ridden the 100 miles to our favorite dealer as the bike needed servicing , She has added another 1200 miles and it was due for an oil change , I get a text from my lovely bride of the last 40 years asking if I wanted the Lazer alienment , and if I did the labor was only 1/2 price ! why half price I asked ? Because I bought something she texted back , What did you buy ? I bought my own Spyder ! that was last July and now she has 16,000 miles on her Spyder . 64 years old and had NEVER ridden any bike by herself ! GO ELLIE, Oh and as a bonus she gets to buy new cloths and asessories ! and boots that match!
!

 

[sandeejs]

......to be a passenger on "Bobby McGee". With the radio tuned to oldies I sing myself down the road.......

(Singing along: "Feeling good was easy, Lawd, when Bobby sang the blues. Feeling good was good enough for me. Etc"

I have always wanted to ride; after a divorce and kids mostly grown, started to! Been endorsed from 1994. Switched to a Spyder this year; very hard to drop it on myself. I hope. Maintenance is a whole other story.....:doorag:
~Sandee~