WHEN she was a little girl in herkasi, Kerin used to watch little boys pedalling plastic bikes and imagined herself riding a bike.
Kerin Mthimkhulu, from Daveyton in Ekurhuleni, said: “I love bikes. As soon as I was able, I started to dress like a biker.”
The young mum has earned the nickname of Stiletto from her biking club mates. Kerin rides a Suzuki Boulevard 1 000 which she calls Angel.
Q: Who else can ride your Angel?
A: Only my daughter Bohlale. I am teaching her to ride. I want her to be mobile. She loves bikes too.
Q: Why did you take so long to learn?
A: I waited until I was financially able to afford a bike. They are expensive machines.
Q: How far have you ridden?
A: To Mbombela in Mpumalanga.
Q: Is Angel your dream bike?
A: Yes, but I also want a superbike.
Q: How often do you ride?
A: I ride on weekends or at rallies.
Q: How was your first ride?
A: It was fun. I learnt to ride at a school called Speed Queen in Centurion before I bought Angel.
Q: How many fines have you got?
A: I haven’t had any tickets.
Q: Tell us about your outfit?
A: Owning a full set of safety gear is very important. I haven’t completed my outfit yet. I still need to buy proper boots and trousers.
Q: Do you belong to a bike club?
A: I am a member of the D Town Riders Club, so called because we are based in Daveyton.
Q: What about the other riders?
A: We love each other and do charity gigs. I love my club for making an effort to help others.
