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    Happy International Female Ride Day 2020!

    20th August, 2020
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    To help celebrate International Female Ride Day on Saturday 22nd August, we asked a number of female Indian Motorcycle riders why they love two-wheels to show just how great riding a motorcycle is and what advice they’d give to those thinking of giving it a go. 

    There’s no right or wrong way to appreciate motorcycling. We want to introduce and encourage as many people as possible to experience the happiness that comes from life behind handlebars. It doesn’t matter where you come from, what you ride or who you are - we’re all motorcycle lovers. 

    Here’s what they had to say: 

    “To any women who are thinking about going out there and learning to ride, I’d say just do it. How fulfilling is it to go and learn something new - especially something like motorcycling.You’ll meet a community of some of the nicest people you’ll ever meet, both men and women. If we want to keep progressing the motorcycle scene and make it more inclusive we need to get even more women on two wheels, at the end of the day, we are half the population, but we’re not half the population of motorcyclists. Riding is about freedom and the sense of control you have when it’s just you and your bike. It’s about doing what you want to do, there’s something special about that.”

    Leah Tokelove, Pro Flat Track Racer and Indian Motorcycle Ambassador.

    “I've gained a whole load of confidence since biking, it really does empower you and make you feel amazing! It's not just the adrenaline rush that puts a smile on your face, but it's the biker family that come along with it too. It's such a laugh, I enjoy every part of it! If you haven't yet taken the plunge, you honestly should. You will not regret it! There are so many female rider groups across the UK you can talk to and get advice from. Hook them up on Facebook or via forums and get chatting ladies!”

    Zoe Foster works at Thunder Road in Bridgend, Wales.

    “I started riding as I needed to get from Kent to London in the easiest way, so I thought I’ll do my CBT and learn to ride. That was a transition and riding isn’t about commuting any more for me now, it’s a passion. I just love it. Riding makes you feel happy and puts a smile on your face! It frees your mind. I’ve gained so many friends. You can go anywhere and everyone will talk to you, help you out with parts and knowledge. You end up with a big family of motorcycle friends. For those thinking of passing their test? Never doubt yourself. Have the confidence and do it, don’t hold off. You don’t realise how fun and how many new friends you’ll make, and how confident and strong you’ll feel.”

    Rebecca Drane works at Krazy Horse London.

    “For me, riding is a way of life. It gives me an escape from the day to day monotony of life, I have a total sense of freedom when I'm out riding and cut off from the world. To any women wanting to ride but are scared, I say ‘do it’! Book into your local training school and have a few lessons, a lot of training schools do offer one to one training if you require it. When you're on a bike you may well stall the bike or drop it, this happens to every biker at some point so no need to stress or be embarrassed. Stop, take a deep breath, count to 10 to calm yourself and start again. I don't know of anyone that regrets learning to ride a bike and neither will you!”

    Emma Whalley is the Service Receptionist at Thunder Road in Bridgend, Wales.

    “Riding to me means total freedom and lot’s of adventures. It’s also provided me with a massive sense of achievement that I never thought would be possible, plus the adrenaline kick is pretty awesome too. I’ve made so many amazing new friends from riding motorbikes. No matter where I am in the world, we all seem to have the same mindset and passion in life. It’s also such an inclusive community, it really doesn’t matter if you’re just starting out or a seasoned rider, fellow riders are always so welcoming and everyone has a story (or two!) to tell. I’ve been on some of the best adventures too, from last-minute 100 mile round trips for ice-cream to travelling around some of the most beautiful parts of North Thailand and Sri Lanka. There also never seems to be any language barriers when you ride a motorbike, everyone who rides understands the passion.”

    Claire D’auria from Indian Motorcycle UK
    Be sure to share your experience with us by tagging us (@IndianMotorcycleUK) in your photos, using #IFRD and #indianmotorcycle on Facebook and Instagram.

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