You are in for a treat with this Profile of a Female Motorcyclist Meet Voni! A friend on Twitter, @urbantweeter, thought I may be inspired by meeting a millionaire. She sent a link so I checked it out!
Needless to say it was not what I had expected. What an unexpected delight to find a million mile female motorcyclist Voni from the Big Bend of Texas! Checking out her on Facebook!
I took a chance and sent Voni an email asking if she would join in the series Profile of a Female Motorcyclist. I am so honored that she replied YES!! It is with great pleasure I introduce you to Voni, a million mile rider!
Profile of a Female Motorcyclist Meet Voni
How long have you been riding a motorcycle? Over a Million sMiles over about 37 years
How did you learn to ride? Trial and error – lots of trial and a few errors. My million miles have been accident free. Since the thought of traffic scared me, I rode my first hundred miles in my yard in rural Iowa. But once I got started, it’s been a collage of the most amazing vistas.
What was your first motorcycle? Yamaha RD250
How many have you owned? 15, more or less, mostly BMWs
Why did you want to ride a motorcycle? So my husband and I could take our two kids on family camping vacations. Something we could all share.
Tell us about your riding. Touring is my favorite. I’ve ridden in all 50 states, all of the Canadian Provinces, New Zealand and five countries in Southern Africa. Lately I’ve gotten the most fun on a Yamaha TW200 dirt bike I call TWouble on the rocky roads around our adobe here in the desert in Texas.
What advice do you have for women who ride or want to ride a motorcycle? Just do it. Being scared is good because it keeps you focused. The joy the daring will bring is immeasurable!
What is the longest trip that you’ve taken on your cycle? Since we retired, my husband and I live on the bikes at least four months a year. We tour all over the US and Canada and camp in some of the most beautiful and remote places.
Before that, I often toured alone for weeks on end since Paul didn’t have the vacation time I did as a teacher. One year I rode 73,660 miles in 6 months just because I could. In 2003 I rode in and finished with bronze medal status the 11 day Iron Butt Rally.
Do you belong to any motorcycle groups? Oh, yes. Lots. When I’m not riding I love to read and share about motorcycles. I’m probably most active with the BMW Motorcycle Owners of America and the Iron Butt Association.
Do you have a favorite riding story? Many! Motorcycles have colored my life in the most amazing hues.
What do you do when you’re not riding? I love reading. And photography! And visiting our grandsons. And music. And just living life to the fullest.
Ladies, whether you are looking to start riding solo, a casual motorcyclist, a seasoned rider, or enjoying riding pillion you are all welcome to join in the Helmet or Heels community. I would love to share your story of motorcycling no matter where you are on the journey. It will inspire other women along the way.
Catch us on Instagram @helmetorheels, Pinterest @helmetorheels or Twitter @helmetorheels – we are just getting started!
7 Responses
Hello Voni! What an awesome role model for lady riders you are. I can’t imagine riding that many miles.
I agree with this statement whole heartedly. Well said: “Being scared is good because it keeps you focused. The joy the daring will bring is immeasurable!”
I have a TW200 also and I LOVE it……Along with all my Harleys, the TW does what the other bikes can’t…Good to see other women riding and enjoying them!
Nancy Foote from Streetmasters Motorcycle Workshops is another lady you might want to interview. LOVE Voni, such a great role model in many many ways.
Kelly – do you know how I can get a hold of her?? Let me know. I would love to feature her.
Thank you,
Pam
Hi Pam, their website should have some contact info.
http://www.streetmasters.info/index.html
I took their cornering course at the AMA Women and Motorcycling conference in Carson City last summer and it was excellent!!
Wow. I’m amazed at the ginormous mileage. Impressed and envious. Voni is living a great life!