About Us

 
  Women On Wheels® was founded in California by an avid woman motorcyclist in 1982. Its purpose was, and still is, to unite all women motorcycle enthusiasts, whether they ride their own machine, are motorcycle passengers or enthusiasts, or future motorcyclists. WOW members are located throughout the United States, Canada, and several other countries. WOW has nearly 3000 members and is growing strong!  

 

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who

WOW members are riders in their teens, in their eighties, and every age in between! WOW's focus is on the members and the lifestyle of motorcycling, rather than on the make of machine. WOW members enjoy every make and model of motorcycle imaginable -- it's not what we ride that's important, but rather the fact that we enjoy riding to begin with!

We're for beginners and veterans; we're for people from all walks of life; we're for motorcycle commuters, racers, tourers, etc.

Women On Wheels® is a family-oriented organization and encourages family members to become involved through our support membership for spouses/significant others and our child membership for future riders.

Often we feel like one big family ourselves. And when one of us is called back home, "we all" feel it.

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what

WOW members experience the fun and excitement of riding together, supporting each other, socializing, sharing adventures, and helping special charities -- all while projecting a brighter image of motorcycling.

In fact, promoting a positive image of motorcyclists to the non-motorcycling public is a top priority. Women On Wheels® was awarded the Hazel Kolb Brighter Image Award in 1993, by the American Motorcyclist Association -- an honor we're all especially proud of!

It's about ... riding ... laughing ... eating ... friends ... learning ... supporting and helping one another ... participating with chapters ... fun ... fund raising for needy and worthwhile projects ... growing ... sharing ...

WOW also aims to meet the following goals:

1. Assist the motorcycling community and the public at large in becoming aware that women are serious motorcyclists and deserve recognition as such.

2. Encourage further developments within the motorcycle industry to meet women's needs for equipment, clothing and accessories.

3. Make available information on safe riding techniques, and encourage participation in motorcycle safety courses.

4. Promote a positive image of motorcyclists, and of women as motorcyclists, through educating the news media and the general public, thereby challenging the untrue stereotypes that are commonly presented.

5. Enhance the sheer enjoyment of motorcycling, and encourage women by showing them they have limitless potential and can accomplish any goal or dream.

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Once you become a member of Women On Wheels®, you can affiliate with a chapter near you or remain unaffiliated, plus partake of WOW through the magazine, the Ride-In (annual international event), the WOW web sites -- whatever suits you!

You are welcome to participate with as many local chapters as you choose. There are currently more than 90 chapters across the country.

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The many benefits to WOW membership include the following:

Camaraderie, networking and support of women who love the sport

Plus:
membership card
membership pin, patch, and helmet decal
courtesy cards
bumper and windshield stickers
annual member services directory
discounts offered by some organizations in the motorcycle industry
subscription to the Women On Wheels® bi-monthly magazine
annual mileage contest
individual cumulative mileage award system
recruiter credits

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cost

Membership in Women On Wheels® is a great value for only $40 (US) per year. Sign up for more than 1 year at a time and get a reduced rate. Note: For those outside the US, membership is $45 due to higher magazine mailing costs.

GEM (Going the Extra Mile) Membership is $65. This provides our members the opportunity to provide extra support to WOW and get discounts on WOW merchandise and their Ride-In registration.

Support membership is $25 per year - an excellent choice for your spouse/significant other to participate in WOW events and activities.

Child membership is $10 per year for those under sixteen.

VISA, Discover and Mastercard are accepted. Membership dues are non-refundable.

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how

Join us! See: How to Join

 

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