I’m a member of Harley Owners Group. Each chapter has as number of Road Captains who organise and marshal rides. We recently appointed a female Road Captain.
You know what I heard?
A couple of our members were heard to say they would never follow a woman, and suggested we were turning into a knitting club.
Now, the world of Harley-Davidson is traditionally a male domain – chrome, steel, leather, drinking, tattoos and swearing. The real world, however, is changing and these days, women can do just about anything.
It’s been said that women can’t ride as well as men. It’s been said that they can’t control their bikes as well as men. It’s been said that women have no place at the front of a Harley. Well, to those who say those things, I would suggest that you take a look at some of the guys riding Harleys. V-Twin death-wishers with extra chrome. Not all, but enough.
For my money, I welcome the increasing trend of women riding Harley-Davidsons. One of my best friends, a woman, has a Fat Boy and a 1200 Sportster. Another has a new Softail, and a 1959 FLH called Randall. Yet others have gone through the long (three year) process of learning and riding small bikes on probation, and are now looking forward to soon gaining a full license and riding their own Harleys.
The female road captain I mentioned is one of the most capable and enthusiastic riders, of any gender, you could ever hope to meet. Her rides are always well-planned and safe. Unlike some, she’s never lost people on her rides – either by accident or simply by poor directions.
Women riders don't detract from my enjoyment of riding. In fact, a bigger pool of riders offers even more opportunity to share the fun with others.
Bring it on!
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