The Motolady's Book of Women Who Ride: Motorcycle Heroes, Trailblazers & Record-Breakers

Alicia Mariah Elfving, founder of TheMotoLady.com and the Women’s Motorcycle Show, profiles over 70 women past and present who ride motorbikes. The book subverts tired women-and-motorcycle tropes, offering true stories of women who ride as well as anyone.

Historically, motorcycle culture has objectified women, from “biker babes” to photography and celebrity motorcycle props. However, women have played a central role in making motorcycles legitimate forms of transportation, recreation, and motorsport since the early days over 100 years ago. Elfving presents figures from the Americas, Europe, the Middle East, and South Asia, including stunt riders, racers, builders, customizers, and organizers. By linking today’s women motorcyclists with those of the past, Elfving illustrates the freedom and confidence motorcycles provide.

(This book may contain a sharpie mark on the top or bottom edge and may show mild signs of shelfwear.)