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6 Most Badass Women's Motorcycle Clubs
Motorcycling has long been a male-dominated sport, with the roar of powerful
engines and the leather-clad riders often stereotyped as rebellious men on
motorcycles. However, as the motorcycle community evolves, women have
increasingly taken up the handlebars, carving their own space in the world of speed,
freedom, and adrenaline. From social riding clubs to those with an unrelenting
commitment to women's empowerment, women's motorcycle clubs have become a
powerful and influential force in the biking world.
This article will explore 10 of the most badass women's motorcycle clubs, showcasing
their dedication to the sport, their members, and the sense of sisterhood they foster.
Each of these clubs represents a unique aspect of what it means to be a woman in the
world of motorcycles, from fierce competitive racing teams to independent women
riders who value community and camaraderie.
motorcycling. proven that women's motorcycle
clubs can be both a haven for
personal freedom and a platform
for social change.
Europe.
1. The Litas
Arguably one of the most 2. Dykes on Bikes
prominent women's motorcycle K n o w n f o r t h e i r b o l d a n d
clubs, The Litas is a worldwide unapologetic attitude, Dykes on
community of women who share a Bikes is a pioneering women's
passion for riding. Founded in 2015 motorcycle club that originated in
by Arianna S. in Los Angeles, the San Francisco in 1981. The club
club has grown to become one of was founded to give lesbian
the largest and most recognized women a space to connect over
global networks for women their shared love of motorcycles, 3. The Vixens Motorcycle Club
motorcycle enthusiasts, with as well as to offer a visible Founded in 1983, the Vixens
chapters in over 100 cities presence at pride parades and Motorcycle Club has a long
worldwide. LGBTQ+ events. history in the world of women's
The Litas are a unique club in that What sets Dykes on Bikes apart is riding clubs, with its members
they are open to women riders of all their fierce advocacy for LGBTQ+ known for their passion for riding
skill levels, from beginners to rights and visibility. Their members and their advocacy for women in
seasoned veterans. The club are known for riding their motorcycling. Originally founded in
emphasizes inclusivity, support, motorcycles through parades, California, the Vixens quickly
and empowerment, creating an community events, and protests, spread across the United States,
environment where women can standing as symbols of both power with chapters in major cities,
learn, grow, and challenge and pride. The club's motto, including New York, Los Angeles,
themselves on the road. "Riding with Pride," perfectly and Chicago.
The Litas hold regular meetups, encapsulates their mission of The club focuses on promoting
riding events, and bike shows, all combining their passion for both the independence and
designed to foster a sense of m o t o r c y c l i n g w i t h t h e i r empowerment of women riders.
belonging and sisterhood. commitment to the LGBTQ+ The Vixens are known for their
Additionally, they have a strong community. commitment to supporting women
presence on social media, creating The club's signature black leather riders in all aspects of their lives,
an online space for women to vests, often adorned with rainbow w h e t h e r t h r o u g h t r a i n i n g ,
connect, share stories, and inspire patches, are worn with pride, mentorship, or simply providing a
others to take up motorcycling. symbolizing both their love for supportive community. They are
With an ethos of empowerment, motorcycles and their activism. dedicated to giving their members
the Litas have become a force in With chapters in cities across the the tools and confidence to
changing the face of women in succeed on and off the road.
United States, Dykes on Bikes has Their events often include charity
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