Style Rider, Jess Appleby – Ducati Scrambler

Style Rider aims to document the world’s most stylish motorcycle riders, be they riders of classic, custom or cafe racer steeds. Focused on the intersection of motorcycle culture with individual style, here we caught up with Jesse aka @theducatigirl riding a Ducati Scrambler Icon at the 2020 Distinguished Gentleman’s Ride.

Name: Jesse

Residence: Sydney, Australia

Occupation: Sales

Today’s ride: Ducati Scrambler Icon

Describe your style: Cute, Sexy and Dapper. I want to stand out. To be a little different. And, always with my pins out.

Favourite items: Heels, I love riding in heels. My favourite pair are the ones I am wearing from Hugo Boss. They suit any outfit, they’re comfortable to wear and stylish.

Next purchase: Undecided. Probably a new Arai helmet. I am a massive fan of Arai helmets. They fit my peanut head.

Best local ride: La Perouse loop from Bondi Beach.

Best distance ride: The Putty Road for its long sweeping corners and its end destination in the Hunter Valley.

Dream riding kit: A tailored dapper suit for next years DGR.

Next motorcycle trip: Riding through the country outside Milan.

Why do you like riding? I don’t ‘like’ riding, I love riding. I feel free and have a need for speed. It is the Adrenalin rush that comes with motorcycle riding.