An Interview with a legend - Voni Glaves |

[@TwoWheelsBigLife]

In reconition of international womens day. we interview Voni Glaves a 1 million miler rider #womansday

[@SWARLCPL]

Excellent! Maybe this year you two will meet up with Itchy Boots when she passes through the U.S.

[@cathyn1033]

Great interview. I met Voni briefly at my 1st BMW Rally in Billings, MT 2015. I was walking to the restroom when she said hello and welcome to the rally. She is so sweet. She must of seen my button on my shirt 1st Time Rally. I did have a great time at that rally.

[@davidfalgout7304]

OH MY !!! Hi Voni & Paul! & Rich & Chris.... I have been riding BMW's since 1977. With only 250,000 miles, and being 69, I do not think I will get to 1,000,000. Just can not afford to get on the road. So... I ride vicariously! I was a member of BMW MOA for almost 30 years. Life and Life got in the way, so now I just take a little ride here and there on my 2010 R1200GS. I owned for 3 wonderful years a 1994 R1100RS. ( just like yours) During those years ( the mid 90's) I did get to travel up and down the east coast on that bike. My Longest ride was 4,800 miles in 6 days. The last leg home, I was in a hurry to get back to work..sad huh?... well ...I did not realize what I did, until it was over. I covered 1382 miles in 21 hours. Man that R1100RS was a wonderful bike! It would go like the wind on a race track too! If ever any of you are near the LAfayette Louisiana Area... please let get together. I can show you a full day of wonderful bayou back roads and great restaurants ! Thanks and ride safe!

[@goooch888]

Thanks Rich and Chris for taking the time interview this young lady, so inspiring.

[@johnpace7174]

Voni and Paul always been a great inspiration to BMWMOA members and the motorcycle community, young and old. Great interview .

[@opichocal]

I remember my first motorcycle at 21 years old and getting on the highway. I was doing 60 mph, looking down at the pavement and thinking holy crap I don’t wanna fall off. I’m 49 now with about 200,000 miles. luckily I’ve never been seriously hurt. The best thing you have riding a motorcycle is that matter between your ears. One day I’ll hit a million 👍

[@1954shadow]

I hope I look that young at, 76. Wonderful, chance meet up.

[@TwoWheelsBigLife]

yes agreed

[@SewGurl58]

That first introduction of the BMW R1100RS is the bike that took me off of Harley Davidsons. I test drove one at Sturgis and came back with the same reaction as Vonni. My boyfriend insisted that I had to let go of it and give it back to the demo crew. Vonni and I started riding about the same year. Great interview, I would have been a total fan girl, great job Chris.

[@cheyenneyakima8695]

Wow. What an amazing woman. An inspiration to all men and women alike. I take my hat off to you.

[@Hopeless_and_Forlorn]

Now there is what I call an expert rider. I love the wisdom she showed in riding on her own property until she felt safe going into traffic. That first two to three thousand miles is so dangerous for new riders, but it is natural for people to think that they need to get on the road as soon as possible. Take your time, and you will have a lifetime of riding ahead of you if that is what you want.

[@freebird7629]

Great interview. What a sweet, gentle soul. Voni and Chris are great inspirations for us women. Thank you.

[@TwoWheelsBigLife]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@indianbell5211]

Exactly 💯! Thank you for sharing, Chris and Rich. "WindSister"❤🏍

[@indianbell5211]

@Two Wheels Big Life by the way, Q: Have either of you ever met Gloria Struck? She is another iconic woman.

[@tomfillmore9710]

Thanks guys for sharing that story she is a very interesting lady really enjoyed the video thanks again take care and be safe

[@Talon6551]

What a fantastic opportunity for you both and thank you for sharing the life and wisdom of a wonderful, inspiring lady. I loved it.

[@zeesoutdoors65]

She looks great wow .

[@oldcarjunky]

Big time guest l loved it. At 80 my dad laid over his bagged out XL 1100 yamaha he called me and I came to help we both struggled to get it on its wheels. Next day he bought a Honda 250 helex step thrugh.he rode it until he had heart attack at 83 and passed 6 months later. He still was trying he had just bought a Honda 50cc scooter 2 weeks before we lost him. And I think how I have lost my nerve to ride at 60 .keep up the ride and adventure I love to see your camera view as you travel alond.and the places you see along the way. I just filled the gas tank on the camaro today 63 dollars . I might have to restore my confidence with this gas prices 🤔

[@Lloyd-mo]

that gives me hope. im 70 and bought a helix last summer.

[@billfish5913]

I first read about Voni Glaves in a late 1980s edition of BMW MOAs owners magazine, an article called Voni’s Big Adventure, where she rode alone to Canada from the USA. I still have that magazine and post with Paul Glaves on the MOA Forum when I need advice about my 1986 BMW R80RT motorcycle. He’s a Beemer wizard. Voni is a legend.😎

[@roadglide]

Great story. Great lady. Like you two. Sounds like BMW’s once again have been the bike of choice. Ride safe and ride often.

[@ottomatic7823]

Wow, I was excited that I got 65 miles in last Saturday.

[@TwoWheelsBigLife]

I know. we haven't been riding as much lately. i know the feeling.

[@ghostpepperrides4805]

Never under estimate the power of a Woman. Enjoyed the interview.

[@gmcphoto]

Modern day seniors are far more active then many know. Our BMW Riders club in Tampa Bay has numerous riders in their mid 70’s and several female riding members all doing 3 RTE weekly. I gain inspiration from them all and hope I can continue for several more years. Nice lady , great interview.

[@bettyjorodgers8552]

Awesome. Thank you. Blessings

[@TwoWheelsBigLife]

You are so welcome

[@samhill3496]

Great person and a fine friend. Safe travels. Twist the grip. Red and Paul the mechanic husband. Hope to see you soon.

[@TwoWheelsBigLife]

She is a kind soul

[@slowpoke71]

So awesome thank you for sharing your chance meet up

[@TwoWheelsBigLife]

Our pleasure!

[@garyd4419]

Outstanding lady, What an inspiration to all of us, wishing her many more happy miles

[@Cinebar2]

Wow! Love it!!

[@jeffjones5212]

Very cool! thanks for that...What a great women!

[@earlp3315]

Fantastic! She is Wonderful person with a wonderfully accomplishment. I am 74 and just put first 500 (FIVE HUNDRED) miles on my first bike (BMW F650 GS). Do you think I will make it 1,000,000 miles? Lol

[@voniglaves8801]

Make it your ride!

[@ON8JP]

Awesome! a passioned gentle lady!

[@Deb_Downes]

Thank you. It was wonderful listening to this quietly spoken, motorcycling legend. #IWD :)

[@jackboyer9010]

I bought my first Beemer around 1990 ('85 K100RS). At the local BMW dealer I saw an ad for BMW MOA. Been a member ever since. Their magazine is where I first heard of Voni & Paul. They are both legends. You are so lucky to meet Voni! A bucket list score for sure! Thanks for letting us share that meeting!

[@pupcamper58]

Awesome interview 👍🏻❤️

[@gdroege44]

We are lucky to know Voni and Paul. Great couple and examples for all motorcycle riders. 👍

[@TwoWheelsBigLife]

Yes they are!

[@kellumreynolds6113]

Thank you Enjoy your post with the legend

[@terrydawkins9936]

Such a nice interesting interview…..what a gracious lady

[@TwoWheelsBigLife]

yes she is an awesome woman.

[@yosam5184]

That was just too cool, enjoyed the conversation....

[@TwoWheelsBigLife]

Thanks Sam.

[@davidvance3527]

An inspiration and amazing accomplishment for anyone. 👍😎

[@TwoWheelsBigLife]

so true.

[@timclosson7166]

Amazing story!! Great and thanks for that story!

[@BlackThor15]

What a legend, I’ll never forget the bike pick up technique. Truly awesome video Rich & Chris, thank you!! 👍👍

[@tomwagner6334]

Absolute legend.

[@TwoWheelsBigLife]

yes she is

[@sailgoal]

What a cool story! Voni is so down to earth. Very inspirational thanks for sharing 🙏☝️❤️

[@TwoWheelsBigLife]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@briandouglas2476]

I'm 63 and was beginning to think I'm to old to do this much longer. Thank you for the inspiration!

[@artwallace5925]

My dad rode his Goldwing to Alaska when he was your age. He'll be 83 next week and still rides (now on a Burgman 650). You've got plenty of years to go!

[@spyderskipper]

Just wanted to jump in and tell you guys that my wife and I watch your videos all the time. Always puts a smile on our face when we see a new one pop up:-) Keep em coming!

[@TwoWheelsBigLife]

That is awesome!

[@neilmackinnon3371]

Wonderful. Thank you.

[@Biglug8888]

What a great video! Very inspiring.

[@aBluegrassPicker]

Great interview! Voni is a legendary rider. I happened to run into Ardys Kellerman on my first saddlesore 1000 in the badlands of South Dakota and again in Moonshine Illinois.

[@erikclausen4780]

Great video I real enjoyed the interview .

[@TwoWheelsBigLife]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@jeffchapman570]

Excellent! Thanks!

[@olmanzomby7718]

That is soooo awesome! Very impressive and a true legend! She's gotta write a book!

[@TwoWheelsBigLife]

She is such an Inspiration

[@gguff1061]

She’s HOT and that’s so cool!!!

[@joeharley87]

Great interview.

[@carthrasher8022]

Kudos to both of you !

[@TwoWheelsBigLife]

Cheers

[@joemcdonald5620]

Was that a chance encounter??Great interview! What an inspiring rider. Thanks for another great video

[@jimwms1able]

Awesome

[@TwoWheelsBigLife]

Thanks. she is awesome.

[@tobytrucker1]

Shes awesome!!

[@TwoWheelsBigLife]

Yes she is.

[@DRider-rz4li]

Great video

[@TwoWheelsBigLife]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@a.bloke2.0alwayslearning.23]

Wonderful and inspiring. I am gonna get my Yam XV1000 out this year (if I can get my knee Op, kinda important on stopped balancing a Bike !) Also, don't give me that you could easily pick up your Harley behemoth without assistance ! Finally, you are both still looking great, the lifestyle has suited you. .

[@samuroadventure1227]

Wow! Great story. Love it!

[@parolajd]

Very Interesting young lady.

[@hoagiesherlin7732]

Super cool

[@TwoWheelsBigLife]

awesome.

[@jelau4851]

Inspiring, bravo

[@TwoWheelsBigLife]

Many thanks!

[@jasonmeyer287]

Loved it

[@TwoWheelsBigLife]

Thanks Jason

[@jimeckenrode1271]

76 yrs old ??? she certainly looks very good for her age.

[@johnlenart597]

I met Voni and Paul at a few east coast Rallies probably 30 years ago before they moved to Texas. Both are legends and super nice people. I'm close to 500 k- at 68. , but still have enjoyed more than most of my local friends. Just a small legend.!! 👍👍🏍🏍🏍🙋‍♂️

[@TwoWheelsBigLife]

Cool!

[@roadglide]

You are a legend John. Don’t under value those well earned miles. Congrats! Ride safe and ride often. BTW, what is your motorcycle of choice?

[@johnlenart597]

@@roadglide My 1250rs is my over the road bike, my r9t pure is my hooligan bike, and my soon to arrive 310gs will be my dirt road Amish family finder.

[@boscodog4358]

I am 71 and I hope to be riding at 80.

[@TwoWheelsBigLife]

Us also for sure

[@jelau4851]

74 soon, and still riding my rolling sofa 2012 Limited

[@davidinghram2494]

Neat lady...both of you!

[@TwoWheelsBigLife]

she is so inspiring

[@llaurant7216]

You go girl

[@bamills6771]

Very inspirational- this mean I should have 20 more years of riding.

[@TwoWheelsBigLife]

we hope so also

[@timbarnett3898]

I'd like too introduce my friend, "Margie Bird" based in Oregon she travelled in van pulling bike trailer with Yamaha 650 Virgo! She would be in your mileage club enjoying motorcycles!

[@OldGuyonaBike]

Inspired... I now know I have a few good years left.

[@tracyknight5130]

Waykool!

[@TwoWheelsBigLife]

she is.

[@nareshbalwada4063]

👍👍😘😘🙏🙏

[@TwoWheelsBigLife]

👍👍👍

[@byever1]

2nd million miles? Im not even on my first!

[@dwightbernheimer331]

I can think of a few Different brands of motorcycles I would have chosen... Just sayin'... Everyone is under the impression BMW motorcycles are very dependable... Research it... You may be surprised... 'Nuff said!!!...

[@JohnJones-cp4wh]

Pity you never did an interview with a man who put 750.000 miles on the same motorcycle he bought new in 1955.

[@TwoWheelsBigLife]

Bummer would have loved to meet him. Was he in the Terlingua area around the first of the year? Maybe next time were down there.

[@JohnJones-cp4wh]

@@TwoWheelsBigLife No he was an Englishman who rode a Vincent. Most of his travels were done in Europe, he passed away at the beginning of this year.