Casual and riding gear are two terms that don’t belong together. To me, the word casual infers less safe, but...
Riding Gear
Let us help take the guesswork out of buying your motorcycle riding gear. We frequently feature the latest riding gear that’s designed to appeal to riders of cafe racer, classic and custom motorcycles. From motorcycle jackets to helmets, gloves, boots, jeans & accessories, you can read all our riding gear reviews here.
If you don’t already have Le Container in your bookmarks or on your Blog roll you soon will. This is...
Introducing the latest addition to our go-to riding gear, the Dainese Tan-Tan boots. Dainese has been making protective motorcycle riding...
When I got the plastic and foam bags off the helmet, that Gloss Blood Red hit me square in the...
Inspired by the design of the iconic ‘Perfecto’ leather jacket, the RSD Clash features a double breasted, lancer style...
Brushed alloy is the new chrome. There are zero performance benefits from its use, but boy does it look good....
Launched by a former founder of Ateliers-Ruby, Jean-EtiennePrach, Veldt has set up operations at the mecca of motorcycle racing, the Isle of...
The compact, lightweight carbon fiber shell surrounds an EPS liner with an interior that features premium leather and an embroidered...
Brushed alloy is the new chrome. There are zero performance benefits from its use, but boy does it look good. ...
With a design influenced directly by the first racing suit Dainese ever produced, the Toga, the Settantadue Toga72 jacket oozes 1970s...
I don’t know about you, but I treat my motorcycle helmet like a newborn. I spent a small fortune purchasing...
“We are inspired by the engineers, racers, tuners, and builders that have gone before us and brought the sport to...
Despite their hooligan antics on two wheels, Roland Sands Designs have established themselves as a riding gear brand that takes...
When you’re laying down your hard earned cash on an item of riding gear it’s always nice if it suits...
When Dimitri Coste isn’t out photographing beautiful fashion models on Parisian catwalks he’s probably blasting his way around the countryside...
For this review, I’m going to break things down into first impressions and ride impressions because there’s nothing worse than...
Instead of the usual fold-down visor, the Husqvarna Pilen helmet features a goggle visor that secures with a rear latch—...
If you’re a fan of Bavarian airheads, oilheads, water-cooled boxers or flying bricks you can now fly the BMW flag...
If you’re looking to protect your iPhone 6 with a case that professes your love of classic custom motorcycles and...
Finding an urban motorcycle jacket isn’t hard; seems everyone has one on offer. Finding a good one — one that’s...
Opportunity theft happens when a less-than-upstanding member of society sees something valuable and decides to make it their own. Your...
Thanks to the pandemic the world’s going crazy for face masks, but if you ride a motorcycle, there’s another really...
Introducing the new Return of the Cafe Racers Victory motorcycle gloves. Created in conjunction with premiere riding gear manufacturer Fuel...
We’re big fans of Nexx Helmets heritage range. I already have two of their X.G100 helmets in my collection and consider...
It’s a beautiful day. You’re free from work, the road is calling, and all you want is to feel your...
For his incredible feat out on the salt flats of Bonneville Rollie was inducted into the motorcycle hall of fame....
The Nexx XG100 Carbon tips the scales at a measly 1250 grammes including the helmets removable peak. The outer shell is...
Riding gear featuring military-inspired designs is nothing new. Unfortunately, it tends to be limited to garish full camo garments. Rather...
The CORTECH Skipper bomber jacket is as much a piece of fashion to behold as it is a functional addition...
Continuing their six-decade mission of properly protecting a rider’s most valuable piece of equipment (that’s your head), Bell Helmets has...
Ewan McGregor and Charley Boorman are at it again with their epic cross-continental motorcycle adventures. This time in the new...
You don’t have to put out a poll to know which colour riding gear wins out over all others. It’s...
First thing I always look for in my helmets is safety ratings and the Nexx XG100 ticks the boxes being...
There are so many things to consider when buying new jeans for the bike. Cut, colour, style… but hang on...
Over the last few days the Wrenchmonkees have released a 3 part video series based on a trip they completed...
“What I found was frustrating. Most riding gear falls into two categories: unflattering, inconvenient, high visibility gear that just doesn’t...
Available in a range of different checkered flannel patterns and colours the Crave shirts easily pass as everyday streetwear so you...
More and more riding gear manufacturers are catering to women these days, giving those who ride far better options than...
“The SEVENTYFIVE helmet is a tribute to a style icon of the 70’s. DMD has introduced a new replica of...
The reason the Schott Perfecto jacket looks like the original leather motorcycle jacket is because it IS the original leather...
Belstaff doesn’t have the race-bred reputation of their competitors in the motorcycle apparel category. What they do have is the...
For years I’ve been toying with the idea of releasing a Cafe Racer themed clothing. A few months ago I...
I checked out the sizing chart, measured up my hand and selected the extra large gloves. In black, of course....
Since 2009 Aether apparel has been producing outdoor-ready urban apparel for discerning city dwellers and weekend adventurers. Their design philosophy...
Italian riding gear manufacturer Stylmartin has made a pair of motorcycle boots that wouldn’t look out of place on a...
You would think that after ten years of hearing rider feedback on every kind of riding gear imaginable a company...
Some motorcycle boots try really hard to not look like motorcycle boots. Others, like these Retrograde boots from Icon 1000,...
Now despite the price tag, when it comes to storage there’s not much that the Speedway can offer over a...
Riding a motorcycle can be a dangerous business. There’s plenty of riding gear out there to keep your head, hands,...
Pando Moto proved from the very early on that they are capable of making great looking riding gear. For 2020...
Unlike other style-focused gloves on the market, the Abel Brown/Speed Merchant Collab Gloves offer a degree of protection that satisfies...
If you ride a classic motorcycle or a Cafe Racer and you want a leather jacket that matches the look...
What is needlessly complicated, very fragile and costs almost $2000AUD? The iPhone 11 Pro. You’d think that after 13 years...
If we’re being completely honest, the style of a helmet matters almost as much as its protection capabilities. That’s a...
The Downtown jacket is the perfect addition to every motorcyclist summer riding gear wardrobe. Constructed from 12.5 oz indigo denim...
Riz & Kate from Moto Femmes here, bringing you our pick of the Best Women’s Motorcycle Gear for 2020. We...
The main body of the Icon 1000 Axys Gloves are French cowhide with a palm overlay of ‘Battlehide’ goatskin — a softer,...
The Boss 105 jeans utilise a classic 5 pocket design with sturdy YKK zippers just like your favourite pair of...
The hotter it gets, the harder it is to properly suit up for a ride — over 35c, the idea...
Sometimes a bit of extra storage space can make a huge difference. Motorcycle luggage experts Kriega have set out to...
Any riding gear manufacturer can create up a “retro” jacket. But only those who have been around for a while...
Layering is a great way to insulate yourself against the cold, but adding too much bulk can be impractical. The...
When creating the Sakura gloves Anthony and the 78 Motor Co. team took an ‘haute couture’ approach, which for those...
As a motorcyclist keeping my belongings safe generally means carrying them at all times. A backpack offers the easiest solution,...
A backpack for any occasion. San Fransisco based Mission Workshop have been producing weatherproof bags and technical gear for some...
That effort got me through daily commutes for about a year with tinny, distorted renditions of whatever garbage 22-year-old-me thought...
I’ve always fancied MX style road helmets. I felt they were well suited to the retro style bikes I like...
Goldtop England first emerged on the riding gear scene way back in 1951. With that much history and experience behind...
The Saint Unbreakable Denim Gloves use a 62% UHMPWE and 38% cotton blend to create what they refer to as Unbreakable 4.0...
Woven using a double layer blend of 220gsm Merino wool and abrasion resistant Kevlar the Saint Gauntlets offer protection against...
Anyone who has ever emerged from a sticky situation unscathed and had someone tell them how “lucky” they were, will...
The Icon 1000 Prep gloves are constructed using tough as nails, abrasion resistant Kangaroo leather. The natural heat retention properties...
Italian motorcycle apparel manufacturers Spidi have been producing riding gear since 1977. The new Spidi Clubber jacket dips into that...
The line between motorcycle riding gear and everyday streetwear has well and truly been blurred. Whether you’re riding to work...
If you’re anything like me you’re always looking for ways to spend more time on or around motorcycles. It doesn’t...
Australian riding gear manufacturer Saint has succeeded in creating motorcycle riding gear that works well and looks great, but their...
Riding a motorcycle is as much about the journey as the destination. But what if you can’t find your destination?...
Japanese helmet manufacturer Arai has a history dating back to the turn of the century. Their story began with manufacturing...
If you’re chasing retro-styled motorcycle gloves but want the protection of modern sportbike gear, look no further. Performance riding gear...
As I said the Mojave boot is Roland Sands Designs first foray into footwear and they’ve done a commendable job...
In 1953 Marlon Brando appeared on screen wearing black leathers and riding a 1950 Triumph Thunderbird 6T. The movie was...
I just stumbled across this video interview with Roland Sands discussing his 2013 RSD line of apparel. In the video...
One of the better ways to beat the doldrums at the office is to ride to work. But if you...
Australian brand Liberta Moto has established itself as a force to be reckoned in the women’s riding gear market. They...
It’s great to see another well known motorcycle gear brand recognising riders desire for good looking riding gear but I...
We regularly feature motorcycle gear that appeals to those who are partial to custom, classic and cafe racer style motorcycles....
When I unpacked the Icon 1000 Basehawk jacket the first thing that impressed me about it was the jackets design....
A helmet for any occasion. Whether you ride a cruiser, a cafe racer or an adventure bike the new AGV...
After more than a decade of being off our shelves, Bell Helmets are making their Australian come back! Rumour has...
Do you have to carry a backpack that’s specifically designed for motorcycle riding? Perhaps not. Just like you could wear...
While Mik was left “exposed” (pardon the pun) in his bivouac that consisted of nothing more than a top sheet/motorcycle...
These stunning custom Moto Guzzi concepts are the work of JMKL, a Spanish graphic designer and lover of two wheeled...
As motorcyclists we know it’s not about the destination, it’s about the journey. But there’s something to be said for...
Camo gear was never meant to make you stand out. But, if you spend most of your time navigating the...
The Merlin Chase jacket is an all leather motorcycle jacket from the UK based riding gear manufacturer. Sporting timeless tracker-inspired...
You go to the trouble of picking out your riding gear, yet when the rain comes, you’re stuck covering it...
Every time I hop on my bike I have to mentally remind myself that I am playing with fire. One...
Unlike the many negative opinions that surround the tires they were inspired by, the DELUXE iPhone case promises to provide you...
From the crew at Australian riding gear outfit Akin, comes the second edition of their awesome Alpha motorcycle jacket. After...
Sometimes we forget that riding gear goes beyond what we use to cover our skin. The Nixon Landlock GT backpack...