I'm a girl who is a computer science major so I can relate to being "the only girl" but I never feel intimidated, I actually feel more empowered and motivated to be on top.
rar rar "I actually feel more ... motivated to be on top." she never said she thinks she IS on top because she's a female in the field... go tell your sister to read comments more carefully lol
SharmiS Haha that's awesome! I'm a shepherd(dess) a career which has very few women, so I know the feels. But I have to say there are beginning to be quite a few lasses like me going into the occupation, which is awesome to see!
"Race like a girl," Buzzfeed needs to stop using these titles that bring in all the anti-feminists. I swear, it's like they're trying to start a flame war. I believe a better title would be "The life of a motorcycle racer."
i do archery at a national level, and work in a archery shop. now and then i get the typical guy come in and when i say "do you want help with anything?" they just say its ok, but when one of my male co-workers ask them if they want help 10 seconds later they just say "im gonna need a lot of help". i just try to forget about it but you cant forget about something that constantly occurs. but then you get those people that just go with it and do want my help, the best part is when you, a 14 year old girl giving advise to a 30 year old, blows their mind when they realise how much knowledge you have, then when they find out you shoot for australia they ask you 100 questions. you would probably think they say no because i am young, well there was a 12 year old boy i shoot with on the australian team who came in and worked for the day, he had customers coming up to him and asking for help, i have always had to go up to someone and ask if they want help. i really enjoy these types of videos, it encourages me to see people like kristeen show men that we can be just as good, even better. thank you buzzfeed, and kristeen!
maddie Boyle Thank you!!!! Bravo for your incredible accomplishments 👏👏👏👏 Proud of you that you continue to pursue your passion despite any BS 👍 I understand!! I'll do some control riding, on occasion, at a track day (usually in the morning so I can work on my own stuff in the afternoon) & for the first session of the day; for the beginner group; everyone must line up behind a control rider (like a track coach, but not nearly as in depth as a coach - a CR just helps newbies learn basic lines/proper track etiquette/safe entry/exit/etc)... I'm usually the only female CR & NOT ONE rider will line up behind me for sighting laps!! Ha ha ha ha ha I'm usually riding my street bike - because I'll utilize the mirrors & kick stand while helping others. Once I pull my race bike out of the trailer & start spinning laps; the attitudes change 180 deg! Ha ha ha ha None of it matters though. Focus only on your own program, your own progress & don't worry if anyone asks for your help. Your results will speak for you. If your job performance is measured on how many people you help or sales you make while in that store; may I suggest trying a different approach - introduce yourself as an employee (or whatever your official duties are) & start by asking them questions. Engage them in conversation; ask them what their goals are or trouble spots - then your experience & expertise may have a chance to shine through 👍 Thank you for watching!! Best of luck!
She inspires me as a man. Love seeing girls break the standards of male dominated field. More variation, style and enrichment to the sport. You are an incredible woman!
Hey people. My Name is Lily Spear and I'm a 17 year old female motorcyclist. I have always wanted to ride motorcycles even though no one in my family rides, and it dangerous. People are constantly warning me about the dangers of riding and how 17 year old girls just don't ride, which is weird because here I am, riding my heart out. When I got my license at the DMV in 2014 the people working on my paper work we walking around to all they're co-workers whispering to each other and pointing at me. The lady who worked on the paper work even said she had never seen a girl my age getting a motorcycle license, ever. I'm just happy that women like me are getting involved in the things that they love and that videos like this are getting made. Motorcycle riding is fantastic and some day I hope I can race with the best of the best.
FANTASTIC JOB Lily 👏👏👏👏👏👏 Always chase your dreams!!!! So many of my friends tried to discourage me from racing a liter bike. NGL, I was nervous (for the first time since my first race). Seeing my name smack in the middle of the grid sheet, surrounded by men on 1000cc bikes; I felt like a bunny in a wolf den. For the first few years, I was the only girl in California racing a liter bike. While I was disappointed every one close to me tried to discourage me from racing the bike & in that class; I just felt better on a thousand than a 600 & I wanted to give it a shot while I was still in the Novice class. I just felt like the riding style needed for a liter bike fit my natural riding style better. I always thought the liter bike class was filled with dudes with the biggest egos & that I would be pushed off track for something bc they'd be so pissed about a girl being in their class. Turns out it was just the opposite! It's like a 'gentlemen's' class in which there's no bar banging; there's no disrespecting other riders. I'm proud of myself for following my heart & going for it despite the naysayers. Turns out riding a liter bike fit my style & I had more success on my 2006 R1 than I ever did on a 600!! I'm proud of you for getting your license & riding your heart out despite the looks or the talking; in the end; all that matters is that YOU'RE having FUN!!!!! 🏍️🤘
I ride track and have been getting into racing. She's competing at a very high level and I think it's awesome. Like her cousin said, 5th place in in the big boy class is pretty damn good. Guys hate getting passed by girls at the track, there's no way around that, but in the pits it's nothing but respect. It's great to see more women getting into the sport.
Nothing stops a woman form motor racing, its a skill which can be learnt. Outside of racing,Woman can compete equal with men and some cases out perform men, they only lack in physical strength
Zoey woman have more lower body fat not lower body strength. I watch both men's and womans football or (soccer) and the men are by far much stronger in every physical aspect
I dunno about lacking in physical strength. She looks stronger than most guys I know. Most guys I know would also kill for a girl who can work on her own car/bike. :P
I'm very supportive on women doing anything and everything. In most cases, they can do it better than us guys so I encourage women never to get discourage from negative vibes. Our genders might be different but on the road, we both face the same dangers.
Dude, Skill level or success isn't determined based gender, race, age ect. on. Skill and success is obtained from determination as well as faith in what you can do and who you are without listening to what anybody has to say about you, or what you want to do.Lets take a Man and Women. Both want to be basketball players. Who do you think will be the most successful? Well, one person might say " oh, no doubt it will be the man. Men have a history of being much more successful in sports than woman." And another person might say "i think that it will be the woman will be most successful. Women a lighter on their feet so it is likely that she will be the most skilled." But to truly find out the answer you have to ask the real question. "Which one of them wants it the most?"
Rogent X If women are better then where are all the female athletes beating male records? coov 38 I'm sure every athlete 'believes' in himself, but that doesn't make him go any quicker.
this woman has fast become one of my biggest idols, i have always aspired to become a mechanical engineer and seeing a strong woman who has already achieved the goals i one day wished to has really helped me. she is just so wonderful
That is awesome! Thanks for taking us along for the ride, Krystyna! One of our local young ladies just made the pro car racing circuit!! You are an awesome inspiration! Thank you
Hell yeah... it's so humbling and inspiring to see women like her! I don't race but I ride the track often & let me tell you... it takes a lot of courage, hard work & skill to ride like she does. I am proud of every obstacle I have overcome to get this far although I know I still have much to learn & accomplish but that is also part of what I love about this thrilling sport! That & all the wonderful people I've met, who I'm proud to call my biker family. (^_^)
Keri Nyx Thank you Keri!!!! Your kind words are greatly appreciated ❤ I am very proud of you for having the courage & tenacity to chase your dreams & hit the race track like a boss 👊
One thing I'm not understanding after scrolling through the comment sections here is; Why would any man that has an issue with women being able to ride motorcycles, click on a video (about women riding motorcycles)? Look at it this way; if men can cook and sew (which many of them do) then sure as hell any woman can ride a motorcycle. I'm going into my 7th season as a female motorcycle rider. Good to see there are more admirable comments rather than hateful ones on here. Videos like this are a true inspiration. :)
Mustang Sally She says she wants to be an inspiration for girls. Why not guys? Whats the difference between a girl racing a motorcycle, and a guy racing a motorcycle? NOTHING. Yet she is more appreciated then the guy who came in 4th place. I want gender equality.
Love this video! My mum used to race motor bikes and was quite good at it. And now I'm following my dream in a mainly make sport of horse racing! Always follow your dreams no matter how absurd they seem.
I think it's hard for a lot of guys to understand those conflicting dynamics. Respecting a woman for her career and economic success, while at the same time taking care of her emotionally and treating her like a girl. I think women are taught this and are better at this from a younger age because of societal expectations. I believe it can be taught/learned by men, and should be more intentionally.
She's so sweet. I know that's a weird thing to pick up on but when she was talking about her not getting a date she was so sweet I just couldn't. You go girl 😊
I really do not understan why are guys so pissed when girls get attencion in this kind of things, and they start to say '' buzzfeed is a feminist '' '' feminazis '' and shit like that, i mean everybody should be a feminist, it doesn't only benefits girls, feminism is for guys too!!! sorry for my english, i really tried.
SlayyGaming Because if we fight against gender roles, guys won't be scared or embarrassed about doing traditionally "feminine" things, like cooking, or being a stay at home parent.
SlayyGaming feminism isn't just about females (contrary to popular belief) it's about gender equality. (Not to be confused n with egalitarianism, which is equality for everyone, not focusing specifically on gender) It's for men, women, non binary ect ect.
Well done buzzfeed! First video that I have found really inspiring! Also one of the only videos where I haven't mindlessly been looking through the comments -the video like background music. I'm sure Krystina will find someone someday, if I were male and her age I would definitely be there cheering her on. Such an inspiration. She has definitely inspired more then one girl!
im a bloke on my wife, Julies account at the moment, my name is Neil. I have five motorcycles myself, from a bmw 1200gs, triumph sprint to a little two stroke and have been riding for 30 years and i think this lady is absolutaly brilliant. The sport needs more of her and more like her. Her attitude towards the discrimination is spot on, just go out and beat them. Well done Krystyna keep doing it.
This honestly inspired me so much; I'm so passionate for physics, engineering etc. I'm really hoping to study Motorsport engineering at uni in the next 3-4 years or so; but I still love cosmetics, dresses and other typically girls things. I'm sick of people telling me to "just pick one or the other" 😪
I'm a girl that race bikes. I am 15 years old and I started with dirt bikes. One of the obstacles I had to come over was the fact that I'm a girl. But now, there are more girls than guys in the Junior racing team in Norway! I started with a Kawasaki Ninja 250r. But I used it up pretty quickly and started looking at other bikes. I tried KTM rc 390, Kawasaki zx3r and the Yamaha R3. I'm now one of the fastest girls on the junior team. And I ended 2nd in the Norwegian Junior Standard 250 cup...
Coming from a motorcycles freak, straight (not pc) man - she's awesome. There's no need to make things that complex - if you like what you're doing and there's no harm, then have fun doing it. That was a "generic" statement, like.. I really don't mind other people's business - but I really enjoyed seeing her ride and taking care of her bike, lots of respect to her dedication.
YES YES YES! I have been wanting to start racing for a while. Finally went to the track last week and I am hooked! I just want to go again already, practice, work on my form, and get better so I can build up the confidence and hopefully get to race.
I think I might be too old for a career change like this ....I am turning 33 in a week .....and just learning how to ride motorcycles .....but I girl can hope and dream
Krystyna I absolutely love you. I'm am so into racing and people think it's not normal for a girl to like that. Nobody in my grade is into drag racing like me, I have no one to talk to it about. My grandfather and my father have a race car and they race in New Hampshire. Im 12 years old and we are working on getting me a junior dragster. Racing is my life, and you've inspired me to express that more often.
Thank God, this is a video I can really respect. Every other buzzfeed video starring a woman is all about "omg men are so misogynistic"... but this woman proves herself and says that she's just like the men. she doesn't say I hate when men do this and that, she doesn't ask loudly in a crowded workroom for a tampon, etc... RESPECT for her.
awesome !! ran into a woman racer named "allie" from canada racing on a gsxr 750 in Portland Or. today. (9-20-15) she just walked up and introduced herself to my 2 girls after they started looking at her. all the racers were amazing to us but it was cool how open the women were to chatting about their day and what they were up to. your doing a great thing out there women riders. keep it up. 😎👊
She is amazing! I admire that she is doing what she loves even though there are very judgmental people. But her passion and her dedication can prove anyone wrong:)
That's is so awesome to see a woman racing!!! I'm wanting to get a bike and learn, my husband has a ninja 900 and I can't touch the ground so I am hoping to learn on a smaller one first. Seeing you gives me more motivation!!
got my first dirt bike, just waiting for a few fix ups and i accidentally stumbled across this vid on a bf marathon.i started off being generally impressed and full of admiration for her but started fangirling when i saw we both have scorpion helmets! i feel like its real...like i'm actually going to do this!! even though my fam are making jokes about me riding (my bro and dad and his bros are riders) it's so important to me. i spent 5 years watching on the sidelines and i want to not only prove myself but to be good at it bc i really want to. i don't want to impress anyone, i just want to enjoy it and be supported for it. even though they say they'll be selling the bike after a few runs when i get tired of it, daddy still got me it and i really appreciate that sacrifice and want to make him and my bro proud of me. it's hard liking 'boy' sports bc when i fall and i will get bruises and scrapes etc it will automatically be a turn off to guys, i know, and guys still want delicate little flowers and i'm just not. yes i want to be pretty but can't i have fun AND try to be pretty too?idk, i know alot of comments are negative but she's an inspiration to me now. two 5th places?like wow. i'm so proud of her and hope she finds someone who appreciates her and loves and supports her regardless. when i get on my bike i will think of krystyna, my helmet buddy woman handling another kind of bike and try my best to make her proud too!
This is cool. I haven't seen Krystyna since high school. However, her whole family kicks butt. So glad she was highlighted in such a awesome manner. Please stop with all this trash talk and just support her. It's not like any of her friends or family care about all that. ;)
I don't know why the headline calls her a "Badass woman". She seems like a very nice, intelligent and objective lady who loves to race road racing. Actually, I am more impressed that she is a Mechanical Engineer, and builds turbo chargers, but racing is a good life spirit, (and best left to the minds that think), nothing "badass" about it.
Who says women can't hang with the boys racing? There's been numerous female champions in racing. Angelle Sampey is a multiple time champion in drag racing for example.
no one is saying women cant race (well some really really stupid people are, but the vast majority don't) there is no women only racing group at all, infact racing is the only sport that does not gender classify anyone can be a racecar driver, it takes passion, training and skill, not balls. well it does take balls, but in the figurative sense, not the literal one.
+martinshoosterman Um, actually there are female only motorcycle races. Otherwise women wouldn't have much chance to win. Males completely dominate the sport.
I want to race a race car but I'm not old enough, when I got to the speedway I like picking out the girls and saying when they go passed "mum that's a girl" and there and not many girls but there are some it just depends what cars are racing. And seeing this makes me think yes you have inspired me more to follow my dream when I can!!!!
Kaya TheKitty I don't know where you women on buzzfeed get this stuff from. I never heard a man in a western country say that a woman can't ride a bike or anything like that.
Seriously people, women on bikes are rare, that's all. I know they can, I'm only 17 therefore don't ride one yet but I've been around bikes for my whole life and I know many female riders. But still, men are more popular in this sport. No need to attack me, I am not a feminazi, trust me. I don't know where you even got that from...
Kaya TheKitty Of course they are rare but that is normal because a lot of women just aren't interested in these kind of things and not because men are keeping them from it.
You are amazing, Krystyna! And you'll definitely be a great example for many girls out there who want to do "boyish" sports and hobbies but are drawn back by people who are telling them they can't because they are girls. I've struggled with the same problem. I wanted to play rugby but my passion was misunderstood. In the end I stood up for myself and played rugby like hell ;) I felt strong and fierce and also found an adorable and really understanding boyfriend. I'm sure every girl can do this and maybe make a big change in sport's history. ❤
I've loved motor racing all my life and did karting. There was me and one other girl, but it all to do if your interested in something. Many of my friends think it's weird that I religiously watch superbike, moto gp and formula 1, not because I am a girl but because of the way I act; I wear dresses, bake, very in fashion, did ballet and all the typical 'girlie' things, but there's just something about motors and speed that I have always loved.
Why would us meninists be raging, we don't want a women to have less rights, but we don't want them to have more either. Or have the crazy double standards women have, but lets not get into that. If I own a business and need to hire a new worker, I'm going to hire the one that is the best fit to do the job. If it is a man, awesome. If it is a women, freaking amazing. If it is a smurf, hell yeah. Tell me, how are men suppose to respect feminism, if feminist wont respect males? I don't want to start and argument, but if you have a question or comment please ask or say something, just make it civil.
Here's a question why is it men can have many more rights the women for thousands of years but when women want to be equal they are trying to be better than men?
Randompandaattackingacake Are you stupid or something? BuzzFeed makes countless videos about women's problems and none about men's problems. It would be nice if they at least acknowledged men have the same problems, but they don't, and never will. Feminism literally implies women are unequal in every way, shape, and form. That simply isn't true. The word literally comes from the Italian word for woman; "femina". Definitions can be deceiving.
I don't understand you calling me stupid when we are on the same side of this argument. All I was pointing out is that men and women are equals (in North America at least.)
I love motorcycles, like doing construction and lifting heavy things. I do many things guys do, sometimes better and faster. i get put down a lot, people say I'm stupid or too weak, until I prove them wrong. I do things that guys do for the same reason that they do it. It feels good or it makes money. Sometimes I get treated differently, or they try to put me on an "easier job". Something that a "girl" would do. People will try to put you in "your place", or where they think you belong. I know exactly where I belong, what I am capable of, and what my limits are. And I think riding a motorcycle is amazing. I just hope guys don't think I am their competition.
Wanna talk badass women? How about roller derby? It's pretty much the only female dominated sport out there, and the only full contact female sport. I've been playing for two years and I love every minute of it. I get to play against a men's team for the first time at the end of February!
I, personally, think it's awesome that there are women who race. Have I been beat by them on a track? Yes. Do I make fun of myself for it? Of course! I think it's absolutely hilarious to see people get worked up about getting beat by a girl
I really wanna drive formular 1 cars I love going down to the track and helping out and I get a ride everytime so that's fun and I have driven one before its an amazing and beautiful sport but it's so expensive it's like 1.4 million pounds for 1 car
Well if you want to get into top level motorsport, start with karting. Simple. I presume you mean you've driven an autocross car or a touring car or something though... Haha. Also, please learn to spell "Formula" before you try and race one...
expensive? good, buy it, get it. you and your mind tamed by many industries. but what if it does not necessarily support your life normally. hey girl, you are easily seduced
I'm so jealous. I only have a rebel 250 and it's my only method of transportation. I want to upgrade to something bigger, but tuition costs kind of prevent that. And I must admit, if bikes make guys twice as cool, they make girls ten times as cool.
Gosh, I hear you!! I ride a motorbike (but don't race) and I hear it from guys all the time "You're too intimidating.." I also fly light planes too. Double whammy......I'm feminine also, I love to wear high heels and get dolled up. Just because we ladies do male-dominated things doesn't mean we're butch or masculine?!? I'd love to get a hug too and have a guy say "Baby, you did a great job". Ride on fellow girlfriend biker and keep on being awesome xxx
+Christine Campbell I dont get why other guys care if you do masculine things its about the personality and if they like those things and you also do then you already have so much in common
I'm a girl who is a computer science major so I can relate to being "the only girl" but I never feel intimidated, I actually feel more empowered and motivated to be on top.
You'll do great things
i had an ex girlfriend who was studying Computer engineering and now she has his own little enterprise...
rar rar "I actually feel more ... motivated to be on top."
she never said she thinks she IS on top because she's a female in the field... go tell your sister to read comments more carefully lol
SharmiS Haha that's awesome! I'm a shepherd(dess) a career which has very few women, so I know the feels. But I have to say there are beginning to be quite a few lasses like me going into the occupation, which is awesome to see!
Wish u the best girl !!
"Race like a girl," Buzzfeed needs to stop using these titles that bring in all the anti-feminists. I swear, it's like they're trying to start a flame war.
I believe a better title would be "The life of a motorcycle racer."
8.5/10 would agree
That would be a misleading title her racing career isn't the same as all others
True!👍👍
Gareth Field
You know, I sort of agreed with your comment until I saw the gay slur. Still doesn't make you cool to use words like that.
SlayyGaming
I never said it was, and it was just a suggestion. I'm sure there's better titles.
"Race like a girl" I lol'd at this. Who cares? Race like a champion lady!!
Thank you!!!!!!
Preach 💪🏼🥇
i do archery at a national level, and work in a archery shop. now and then i get the typical guy come in and when i say "do you want help with anything?" they just say its ok, but when one of my male co-workers ask them if they want help 10 seconds later they just say "im gonna need a lot of help". i just try to forget about it but you cant forget about something that constantly occurs. but then you get those people that just go with it and do want my help, the best part is when you, a 14 year old girl giving advise to a 30 year old, blows their mind when they realise how much knowledge you have, then when they find out you shoot for australia they ask you 100 questions. you would probably think they say no because i am young, well there was a 12 year old boy i shoot with on the australian team who came in and worked for the day, he had customers coming up to him and asking for help, i have always had to go up to someone and ask if they want help. i really enjoy these types of videos, it encourages me to see people like kristeen show men that we can be just as good, even better. thank you buzzfeed, and kristeen!
maddie Boyle Thank you!!!! Bravo for your incredible accomplishments 👏👏👏👏
Proud of you that you continue to pursue your passion despite any BS 👍
I understand!! I'll do some control riding, on occasion, at a track day (usually in the morning so I can work on my own stuff in the afternoon) & for the first session of the day; for the beginner group; everyone must line up behind a control rider (like a track coach, but not nearly as in depth as a coach - a CR just helps newbies learn basic lines/proper track etiquette/safe entry/exit/etc)... I'm usually the only female CR & NOT ONE rider will line up behind me for sighting laps!!
Ha ha ha ha ha
I'm usually riding my street bike - because I'll utilize the mirrors & kick stand while helping others. Once I pull my race bike out of the trailer & start spinning laps; the attitudes change 180 deg! Ha ha ha ha
None of it matters though. Focus only on your own program, your own progress & don't worry if anyone asks for your help. Your results will speak for you.
If your job performance is measured on how many people you help or sales you make while in that store; may I suggest trying a different approach - introduce yourself as an employee (or whatever your official duties are) & start by asking them questions. Engage them in conversation; ask them what their goals are or trouble spots - then your experience & expertise may have a chance to shine through 👍
Thank you for watching!! Best of luck!
She inspires me as a man. Love seeing girls break the standards of male dominated field. More variation, style and enrichment to the sport.
You are an incredible woman!
Hey people. My Name is Lily Spear and I'm a 17 year old female motorcyclist. I have always wanted to ride motorcycles even though no one in my family rides, and it dangerous. People are constantly warning me about the dangers of riding and how 17 year old girls just don't ride, which is weird because here I am, riding my heart out. When I got my license at the DMV in 2014 the people working on my paper work we walking around to all they're co-workers whispering to each other and pointing at me. The lady who worked on the paper work even said she had never seen a girl my age getting a motorcycle license, ever. I'm just happy that women like me are getting involved in the things that they love and that videos like this are getting made. Motorcycle riding is fantastic and some day I hope I can race with the best of the best.
FANTASTIC JOB Lily 👏👏👏👏👏👏 Always chase your dreams!!!! So many of my friends tried to discourage me from racing a liter bike. NGL, I was nervous (for the first time since my first race). Seeing my name smack in the middle of the grid sheet, surrounded by men on 1000cc bikes; I felt like a bunny in a wolf den. For the first few years, I was the only girl in California racing a liter bike. While I was disappointed every one close to me tried to discourage me from racing the bike & in that class; I just felt better on a thousand than a 600 & I wanted to give it a shot while I was still in the Novice class. I just felt like the riding style needed for a liter bike fit my natural riding style better. I always thought the liter bike class was filled with dudes with the biggest egos & that I would be pushed off track for something bc they'd be so pissed about a girl being in their class. Turns out it was just the opposite! It's like a 'gentlemen's' class in which there's no bar banging; there's no disrespecting other riders. I'm proud of myself for following my heart & going for it despite the naysayers. Turns out riding a liter bike fit my style & I had more success on my 2006 R1 than I ever did on a 600!! I'm proud of you for getting your license & riding your heart out despite the looks or the talking; in the end; all that matters is that YOU'RE having FUN!!!!! 🏍️🤘
I ride track and have been getting into racing. She's competing at a very high level and I think it's awesome. Like her cousin said, 5th place in in the big boy class is pretty damn good. Guys hate getting passed by girls at the track, there's no way around that, but in the pits it's nothing but respect. It's great to see more women getting into the sport.
Nothing stops a woman form motor racing, its a skill which can be learnt.
Outside of racing,Woman can compete equal with men and some cases out perform men, they only lack in physical strength
i think its lacking in motivation or interest most of the time, strength has nothing to do with it
Nikki Budders Yeah its actually mostly upper body strength and height that put ALOT of women at a disadvantage, not just interest.
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Zoey woman have more lower body fat not lower body strength. I watch both men's and womans football or (soccer) and the men are by far much stronger in every physical aspect
I dunno about lacking in physical strength. She looks stronger than most guys I know. Most guys I know would also kill for a girl who can work on her own car/bike. :P
I'm very supportive on women doing anything and everything. In most cases, they can do it better than us guys so I encourage women never to get discourage from negative vibes. Our genders might be different but on the road, we both face the same dangers.
Dude, Skill level or success isn't determined based gender, race, age ect. on. Skill and success is obtained from determination as well as faith in what you can do and who you are without listening to what anybody has to say about you, or what you want to do.Lets take a Man and Women. Both want to be basketball players. Who do you think will be the most successful? Well, one person might say " oh, no doubt it will be the man. Men have a history of being much more successful in sports than woman."
And another person might say "i think that it will be the woman will be most successful. Women a lighter on their feet so it is likely that she will be the most skilled." But to truly find out the answer you have to ask the real question. "Which one of them wants it the most?"
Rogent X If women are better then where are all the female athletes beating male records? coov 38 I'm sure every athlete 'believes' in himself, but that doesn't make him go any quicker.
@@markhenley3097 lol ikr. Rogent x is clearly an idiot.there's a reason women don't compete against men in sports
She makes me feel so proud! :) And I am a man.
Thank you 😃
this woman has fast become one of my biggest idols, i have always aspired to become a mechanical engineer and seeing a strong woman who has already achieved the goals i one day wished to has really helped me. she is just so wonderful
Moya Browne Thank incredibly much for the kind words ❤ It means a lot to hear that I have been able to pay it forward ❤
That is awesome! Thanks for taking us along for the ride, Krystyna! One of our local young ladies just made the pro car racing circuit!! You are an awesome inspiration! Thank you
Hell yeah... it's so humbling and inspiring to see women like her!
I don't race but I ride the track often & let me tell you... it takes a lot of courage, hard work & skill to ride like she does.
I am proud of every obstacle I have overcome to get this far although I know I still have much to learn & accomplish but that is also part of what I love about this thrilling sport!
That & all the wonderful people I've met, who I'm proud to call my biker family. (^_^)
its always great to see women doing things that a lot of them dont usually do, and like-wise to men- breaking the stereotype
+freezinfeet AMEN!!!!
Keri Nyx I
Keri Nyx Thank you Keri!!!!
Your kind words are greatly appreciated ❤
I am very proud of you for having the courage & tenacity to chase your dreams & hit the race track like a boss 👊
Hi Keri how you doing
One thing I'm not understanding after scrolling through the comment sections here is; Why would any man that has an issue with women being able to ride motorcycles, click on a video (about women riding motorcycles)?
Look at it this way; if men can cook and sew (which many of them do) then sure as hell any woman can ride a motorcycle. I'm going into my 7th season as a female motorcycle rider. Good to see there are more admirable comments rather than hateful ones on here. Videos like this are a true inspiration. :)
Mustang Sally She says she wants to be an inspiration for girls. Why not guys? Whats the difference between a girl racing a motorcycle, and a guy racing a motorcycle? NOTHING. Yet she is more appreciated then the guy who came in 4th place. I want gender equality.
UpperRobin29 Right on! ~fist bumps~
Mustang Sally LOL. Men invented cooking and sewing!
InnocentDrifter That they did. :)
Although there's some pretty good stuff out their invented by women too.
Love this video! My mum used to race motor bikes and was quite good at it. And now I'm following my dream in a mainly make sport of horse racing! Always follow your dreams no matter how absurd they seem.
I think it's hard for a lot of guys to understand those conflicting dynamics.
Respecting a woman for her career and economic success, while at the same time taking care of her emotionally and treating her like a girl.
I think women are taught this and are better at this from a younger age because of societal expectations. I believe it can be taught/learned by men, and should be more intentionally.
Nailed it!!!
This is an awesome video. The racing world definitely needs more female racers.
Krystyna is not only a great racer, she is also a great engineer. Really enjoed working with her for a few years.
She's so sweet. I know that's a weird thing to pick up on but when she was talking about her not getting a date she was so sweet I just couldn't. You go girl 😊
Muna Ali Thank you!!!
The pigtails flapping in the wind are cool. Nice video.
Don Brotherton Thank you Don!! 😆
I really do not understan why are guys so pissed when girls get attencion in this kind of things, and they start to say '' buzzfeed is a feminist '' '' feminazis '' and shit like that, i mean everybody should be a feminist, it doesn't only benefits girls, feminism is for guys too!!! sorry for my english, i really tried.
how does it benefit men..?
SlayyGaming Because if we fight against gender roles, guys won't be scared or embarrassed about doing traditionally "feminine" things, like cooking, or being a stay at home parent.
SlayyGaming feminism isn't just about females (contrary to popular belief) it's about gender equality. (Not to be confused n with egalitarianism, which is equality for everyone, not focusing specifically on gender) It's for men, women, non binary ect ect.
If you fight for right of both genders then you are a egalitarian not a feminist.
Feminist fight for rights of women.
***** How so?
As a motorsports fan, I can't resist from posting. There needs to be more women in all levels of motorspot, be it bike racing, rallying or NHRA.
Well done buzzfeed! First video that I have found really inspiring! Also one of the only videos where I haven't mindlessly been looking through the comments -the video like background music. I'm sure Krystina will find someone someday, if I were male and her age I would definitely be there cheering her on. Such an inspiration. She has definitely inspired more then one girl!
I really like these videos where they profile a unique individual, they really make me appreciate the diversity of people and hobbies in the world.
David C Thank you!!
I agree!!
I've learned a lot & been inspired by other BuzzFeed videos - men & women!
im a bloke on my wife, Julies account at the moment, my name is Neil. I have five motorcycles myself, from a bmw 1200gs, triumph sprint to a little two stroke and have been riding for 30 years and i think this lady is absolutaly brilliant. The sport needs more of her and more like her. Her attitude towards the discrimination is spot on, just go out and beat them. Well done Krystyna keep doing it.
Hell yeah thanks for this buzzfeed ad Krystyna!!!!
kendrav Thank YOU!!! 👍
This honestly inspired me so much; I'm so passionate for physics, engineering etc. I'm really hoping to study Motorsport engineering at uni in the next 3-4 years or so; but I still love cosmetics, dresses and other typically girls things. I'm sick of people telling me to "just pick one or the other" 😪
lauryn alexander Thank you so much!!!! The BEST part about being a girl is that you can do BOTH!!! 👊
I'm a girl that race bikes. I am 15 years old and I started with dirt bikes. One of the obstacles I had to come over was the fact that I'm a girl. But now, there are more girls than guys in the Junior racing team in Norway! I started with a Kawasaki Ninja 250r. But I used it up pretty quickly and started looking at other bikes. I tried KTM rc 390, Kawasaki zx3r and the Yamaha R3. I'm now one of the fastest girls on the junior team. And I ended 2nd in the Norwegian Junior Standard 250 cup...
Dessi Sterner RIGHT ON GIRL!!!!!! SOOOOOO proud of you!!!!!!
Btw, Google Caroline Olson! She's a Norway girl pro racing in the USA!!
WOW i actually was on a sponsormeating with her toady!! She is amazing and i look up to her :D
Coming from a motorcycles freak, straight (not pc) man - she's awesome.
There's no need to make things that complex - if you like what you're doing and there's no harm, then have fun doing it.
That was a "generic" statement, like.. I really don't mind other people's business - but I really enjoyed seeing her ride and taking care of her bike, lots of respect to her dedication.
YES YES YES! I have been wanting to start racing for a while. Finally went to the track last week and I am hooked! I just want to go again already, practice, work on my form, and get better so I can build up the confidence and hopefully get to race.
I love this! She's amazing for doing what she loves even though it's unfairly looked down upon by so many. This makes me even prouder to be a girl.
I think I might be too old for a career change like this ....I am turning 33 in a week .....and just learning how to ride motorcycles .....but I girl can hope and dream
I love how open and honest she was! Awesome video - personal, inspired, and fun all in one.
She is a real heroine I salute your talent dear
Krystyna I absolutely love you. I'm am so into racing and people think it's not normal for a girl to like that. Nobody in my grade is into drag racing like me, I have no one to talk to it about. My grandfather and my father have a race car and they race in New Hampshire. Im 12 years old and we are working on getting me a junior dragster. Racing is my life, and you've inspired me to express that more often.
I absolutely love what you do, and I so agree with you on being a girl and a biker! Respect♥
Izzyforeverlace&chrome Thank you!!!
Thank God, this is a video I can really respect. Every other buzzfeed video starring a woman is all about "omg men are so misogynistic"... but this woman proves herself and says that she's just like the men. she doesn't say I hate when men do this and that, she doesn't ask loudly in a crowded workroom for a tampon, etc... RESPECT for her.
Matthew Kurtz Thank you Matthew!! That means a lot 😆
awesome !! ran into a woman racer named "allie" from canada racing on a gsxr 750 in Portland Or. today. (9-20-15)
she just walked up and introduced herself to my 2 girls after they started looking at her. all the racers were amazing to us but it was cool how open the women were to chatting about their day and what they were up to. your doing a great thing out there women riders. keep it up. 😎👊
She is amazing! I admire that she is doing what she loves even though there are very judgmental people. But her passion and her dedication can prove anyone wrong:)
If you can race........... then you should, don't let anything stop you from achieving your goal.......... Keep it up and best of luck.
Awesome and inspiring! Thanks Buzzfeed, please do more such videos
That's is so awesome to see a woman racing!!! I'm wanting to get a bike and learn, my husband has a ninja 900 and I can't touch the ground so I am hoping to learn on a smaller one first. Seeing you gives me more motivation!!
got my first dirt bike, just waiting for a few fix ups and i accidentally stumbled across this vid on a bf marathon.i started off being generally impressed and full of admiration for her but started fangirling when i saw we both have scorpion helmets! i feel like its real...like i'm actually going to do this!! even though my fam are making jokes about me riding (my bro and dad and his bros are riders) it's so important to me. i spent 5 years watching on the sidelines and i want to not only prove myself but to be good at it bc i really want to. i don't want to impress anyone, i just want to enjoy it and be supported for it. even though they say they'll be selling the bike after a few runs when i get tired of it, daddy still got me it and i really appreciate that sacrifice and want to make him and my bro proud of me. it's hard liking 'boy' sports bc when i fall and i will get bruises and scrapes etc it will automatically be a turn off to guys, i know, and guys still want delicate little flowers and i'm just not. yes i want to be pretty but can't i have fun AND try to be pretty too?idk, i know alot of comments are negative but she's an inspiration to me now. two 5th places?like wow. i'm so proud of her and hope she finds someone who appreciates her and loves and supports her regardless. when i get on my bike i will think of krystyna, my helmet buddy woman handling another kind of bike and try my best to make her proud too!
Good for you! I need my daughter to watch this. What an inspiration.
My dad does this sport and I is scary watching people fall or in some cases die but, my dad says that it is amazing going so fast on a bike like that.
RESPECT!! She's making a difference
i work in a motorcycle shop and i love seeing more women coming in there. it shows that they are braking the stereotypes and i like it.
Absolutley amazing. xx I don't think I could ever ride a motorcycle but this is inspiring none the less .
whaaaat?? How did I miss this video?!? This is my favourite sport EVER!!!! YOU GO GIRL!!!
She is my new hero! Krystyna inspires me so much!
This is cool. I haven't seen Krystyna since high school. However, her whole family kicks butt. So glad she was highlighted in such a awesome manner. Please stop with all this trash talk and just support her. It's not like any of her friends or family care about all that. ;)
I don't know why the headline calls her a "Badass woman".
She seems like a very nice, intelligent and objective lady who loves to race road racing.
Actually, I am more impressed that she is a Mechanical Engineer, and builds turbo chargers, but racing is a good life spirit, (and best left to the minds that think), nothing "badass" about it.
SHE'S SO ADORABLE!!!! And that's really amazing! Keep up the amazing work! ^_^
This video inspired me. I am a girl and I just got my motorcycle license and what she does is freaking amazing, maybe one day I'd do what she does :)
And I'm studying mechanical engeneering too! You're my new idol!
Today i'm proud to be a woman , you GO Girl !!!
Hanane El karmani Thank you!! That means a lot ❤
Who says women can't hang with the boys racing? There's been numerous female champions in racing. Angelle Sampey is a multiple time champion in drag racing for example.
Drag racing isn't that hard, you just drive in a straight line
Maria Herrera almost was
no one is saying women cant race (well some really really stupid people are, but the vast majority don't)
there is no women only racing group at all, infact racing is the only sport that does not gender classify anyone can be a racecar driver, it takes passion, training and skill, not balls. well it does take balls, but in the figurative sense, not the literal one.
+martinshoosterman Um, actually there are female only motorcycle races. Otherwise women wouldn't have much chance to win. Males completely dominate the sport.
Oper8r :/ well. :(
This was awesome to see!! Go Krystyna!!!!
You go girl, some day, some dude is going to realize just how great you are ❤️
I want to race a race car but I'm not old enough, when I got to the speedway I like picking out the girls and saying when they go passed "mum that's a girl" and there and not many girls but there are some it just depends what cars are racing. And seeing this makes me think yes you have inspired me more to follow my dream when I can!!!!
Yes!! Women can ride bikes too!! There are 2 girls in Moto3 this year as well, guys.
***** men believe they can't
Kaya TheKitty I don't know where you women on buzzfeed get this stuff from. I never heard a man in a western country say that a woman can't ride a bike or anything like that.
Kaya TheKitty i believe they can. but why
why you don't just support yourself to do your thing.
feminazi?
Seriously people, women on bikes are rare, that's all. I know they can, I'm only 17 therefore don't ride one yet but I've been around bikes for my whole life and I know many female riders. But still, men are more popular in this sport. No need to attack me, I am not a feminazi, trust me. I don't know where you even got that from...
Kaya TheKitty
Of course they are rare but that is normal because a lot of women just aren't interested in these kind of things and not because men are keeping them from it.
She seems so happy doing what she likes to do. Love it! I really like motorcycles
Colleen C Thank you!!
Krystyna is awesome, loads of respect for her!
Krystyna is a boss! I just learned about her on this video and already I'm a fan! =D
Alex San Lyra Thank you!!!!
You are amazing, Krystyna! And you'll definitely be a great example for many girls out there who want to do "boyish" sports and hobbies but are drawn back by people who are telling them they can't because they are girls.
I've struggled with the same problem. I wanted to play rugby but my passion was misunderstood. In the end I stood up for myself and played rugby like hell ;)
I felt strong and fierce and also found an adorable and really understanding boyfriend.
I'm sure every girl can do this and maybe make a big change in sport's history.
❤
You inspire me! I love motorcycles and my major is mechanical engineering :)
I'm happy for her. Keep doing what your doing!!
Felicity Valentine Thank you!!!
Awesome! Was surprised that you guys made a motorcycle video but it's great to get motorcycle racing out there! Not an easy sport, trust me I race too
You are awesome!! not just because you are an awesome rider but you are a mechanical engineer!! YEAH!
You go girl! So inspiring.
I've loved motor racing all my life and did karting. There was me and one other girl, but it all to do if your interested in something. Many of my friends think it's weird that I religiously watch superbike, moto gp and formula 1, not because I am a girl but because of the way I act; I wear dresses, bake, very in fashion, did ballet and all the typical 'girlie' things, but there's just something about motors and speed that I have always loved.
Oh man I would LOVE to be in her position. I love motorcycles and racing (I get it all from my dad). It looks so exhilarating!!
Awesome, Fontana on a ZX-10 is a blast! Seen you on the ZX-10 site.....
YES YES YES YES YES!
She's awesome, anyone who rides is welcome!
Le Leedler Thank you!!!
Way to rock it K-
They got some great shots through the turns!
Thank god. Finally a buzzfeed video that doesn't blow chunks
Two Thumbs up. Women don't scary me, I rather watch women do things than watch men, lol. Keep up the good work.
Thank you!!!!
She is my hero! Loves motorcycles, going fast, and shes a Mech. Engineer!
She's so cute with her pup and such a role model! Life goals in a nutshell
In come the raging meninsts in 3...2...1...
Why would us meninists be raging, we don't want a women to have less rights, but we don't want them to have more either. Or have the crazy double standards women have, but lets not get into that. If I own a business and need to hire a new worker, I'm going to hire the one that is the best fit to do the job. If it is a man, awesome. If it is a women, freaking amazing. If it is a smurf, hell yeah. Tell me, how are men suppose to respect feminism, if feminist wont respect males? I don't want to start and argument, but if you have a question or comment please ask or say something, just make it civil.
Here's a question why is it men can have many more rights the women for thousands of years but when women want to be equal they are trying to be better than men?
Randompandaattackingacake men don't have more rights than women. where are you getting that idea? Oh yeah...feminists lies.
Randompandaattackingacake Are you stupid or something? BuzzFeed makes countless videos about women's problems and none about men's problems. It would be nice if they at least acknowledged men have the same problems, but they don't, and never will.
Feminism literally implies women are unequal in every way, shape, and form. That simply isn't true. The word literally comes from the Italian word for woman; "femina". Definitions can be deceiving.
I don't understand you calling me stupid when we are on the same side of this argument. All I was pointing out is that men and women are equals (in North America at least.)
I love motorcycles, like doing construction and lifting heavy things. I do many things guys do, sometimes better and faster. i get put down a lot, people say I'm stupid or too weak, until I prove them wrong. I do things that guys do for the same reason that they do it. It feels good or it makes money. Sometimes I get treated differently, or they try to put me on an "easier job". Something that a "girl" would do. People will try to put you in "your place", or where they think you belong. I know exactly where I belong, what I am capable of, and what my limits are. And I think riding a motorcycle is amazing. I just hope guys don't think I am their competition.
You Rock - I've always wanted to track race like that!
Girl you are awesome!!!!!!
im right now 19
and i really wanna join race competition
Wanna talk badass women? How about roller derby? It's pretty much the only female dominated sport out there, and the only full contact female sport. I've been playing for two years and I love every minute of it. I get to play against a men's team for the first time at the end of February!
UkeInRevolt You ROCK!!! 👊
I am admiring you. so you've got another fan
in Satillo, Coah. Mexico. Dios la bendiga.
I am a girl and I don't race motorcycles, but I race dirt bikes
What an awesomely inspiring person!
This was really inspiring :) Thanks
I, personally, think it's awesome that there are women who race. Have I been beat by them on a track? Yes. Do I make fun of myself for it? Of course! I think it's absolutely hilarious to see people get worked up about getting beat by a girl
I really wanna drive formular 1 cars I love going down to the track and helping out and I get a ride everytime so that's fun and I have driven one before its an amazing and beautiful sport but it's so expensive it's like 1.4 million pounds for 1 car
Well if you want to get into top level motorsport, start with karting. Simple.
I presume you mean you've driven an autocross car or a touring car or something though... Haha.
Also, please learn to spell "Formula" before you try and race one...
expensive? good, buy it, get it. you and your mind tamed by many industries. but what if it does not necessarily support your life normally. hey girl, you are easily seduced
start with carts work your way up to formula 1, and its closer to about 20 million per car.
Go for it. Start with karting and go from there!
I'm 12 and I only drove the car down the straight didn't even go above 60 mph so yeah
*waiting for the angry men to say "what about us?!"*
The kawasaki zsex10, man, I get chills from that bike.
I'm so jealous. I only have a rebel 250 and it's my only method of transportation. I want to upgrade to something bigger, but tuition costs kind of prevent that. And I must admit, if bikes make guys twice as cool, they make girls ten times as cool.
Gosh, I hear you!! I ride a motorbike (but don't race) and I hear it from guys all the time "You're too intimidating.." I also fly light planes too. Double whammy......I'm feminine also, I love to wear high heels and get dolled up. Just because we ladies do male-dominated things doesn't mean we're butch or masculine?!? I'd love to get a hug too and have a guy say "Baby, you did a great job". Ride on fellow girlfriend biker and keep on being awesome xxx
+Christine Campbell I dont get why other guys care if you do masculine things its about the personality and if they like those things and you also do then you already have so much in common
Christine Campbell Thanks girl 👊
Aw! She's sweet and strong! :) She seems like a really cool person
I think she is really cool and inspiring ❤️
Last night I dreamt I was the 17th viewer on a buzzfeed video. A girl can only dream...
I love hearing about more women like us out there.