The Velomacchi 40L Roll-Top Backpack’s main compartment features a magnetic closure roll top that keeps even the harshest downpour from getting through....
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.
I have a penchant for motorcycle helmets and I will be the first to admit I have too many of...
When it comes to riding gear every motorcyclist should own a good leather jacket. Historically leather has played a huge...
If you’re the kind of rider who spends their weekdays on asphalt and their weekends on dirt these new riding...
We live in a great era for riding. Back in the day, your options for motorcycle footwear were limited to...
There are times when every motorcyclist considers riding in their regular clothes. It may be due to the weather or...
If you’re anything like me you’re always looking for ways to spend more time on or around motorcycles. It doesn’t...
At what point do you have enough helmets? Some might say one will do. Others might have a full garage...
The current popularity of the café and custom scene has seen a proliferation of quality riding gear at the high...
Knowing the gear I wear is designed and manufactured by riders is a big plus for me. Spain’s Fuel Motorcycles...
If you want the weight advantage of an open-faced helmet but don’t like the bugs in your teeth, French riding...
Dean loved his old DT175. It was held together with electrical tape and orcish ingenuity. He mostly rode it from...
Some motorcycle boots try really hard to not look like motorcycle boots. Others, like these Retrograde boots from Icon 1000,...
Riding a motorcycle is as much about the journey as the destination. But what if you can’t find your destination?...
You might spend a few months (or years) customizing your motorcycle, but most helmets go on your head straight off-the-shelf....
The crew at Tobacco Motorwear have been producing riding gear since 2014. Their jeans feature a great balance of style...
You may not have heard of them, but UK riding gear outfit ‘Merlin’ has been on the scene since 2011....
The Karl Desert motorcycle jeans leverage the abrasion resistance of both Kevlar and Cordura to keep your skin safe. Despite...
The Roland Sands Rourke Gloves aim to be an essential part of your everyday riding gear. They hit that goal by...
I love a good collaboration. Take for example the Veldt Roars Original helmet. To create this unique design Veldt Helmets...
Economical, compromising, austere — these are not words you’ll hear in relation to Ruby Helmets. Top-of-the-line, luxury, opulent? That’s more...
Do you have to carry a backpack that’s specifically designed for motorcycle riding? Perhaps not. Just like you could wear...
Introducing the new Return of the Cafe Racers . Created in conjunction with premiere riding gear manufacturer Fuel Motorcycles, the...
When you ride, you adapt — to the conditions on the road, to the weather, to the day. If you...
Biltwell has been producing retro styled helmets since before many of the larger manufacturers jumped on the bandwagon. Unfortunately for...
When you’re laying down your hard earned cash on an item of riding gear it’s always nice if it suits...
You go to the trouble of picking out your riding gear, yet when the rain comes, you’re stuck covering it...
Any helmet company can build a retro-styled helmet. But Bell Helmets has the history to back up all claims to...
London based Helmet manufacturer Hedon has expanded their range to include a revolutionary new motorcycle jacket. The Mirage is a reflective...
One of the better ways to beat the doldrums at the office is to ride to work. But if you...
From the crew at Australian riding gear outfit Akin, comes the second edition of their awesome Alpha motorcycle jacket. After...
If you’re looking to add a touch of Steve McQueen style to your riding clobber then Fuel Motorcycles have just...
After the success of the ‘Speed’ and ‘Sakura’ motorcycle gloves English riding gear outfit, 78 Motor Co, has released an all-new...
If your search for the perfect motorcycle backpack is coming up trumps, perhaps it’s time to change tack. This cross-body, single strap...
There are so many things to consider when buying new jeans for the bike. Cut, colour, style… but hang on...
If you have ever delved into the chopper scene you’re sure to have heard of the brand Biltwell. Based in...
The reason the Schott Perfecto jacket looks like the original leather motorcycle jacket is because it IS the original leather...
The line between motorcycle riding gear and everyday streetwear has well and truly been blurred. Whether you’re riding to work...
If you’re already familiar with Sena, it’s probably through their lineup of Bluetooth riding accessories. They’ve long been supplying riders...
Brushed alloy is the new chrome. There are zero performance benefits from its use, but boy does it look good....
You would think that after ten years of hearing rider feedback on every kind of riding gear imaginable a company...
When you choose to travel on two wheels, you accept the fact you’ll get a little wet on occasion. Waterproof...
The hotter it gets, the harder it is to properly suit up for a ride — over 35c, the idea...
Call me a hipster, but if there’s one thing I like more than my blue Levi’s it’s my black ones....
I feel the need… the need to go camping! I don’t know about you, but the idea of heading out...
Camo gear was never meant to make you stand out. But, if you spend most of your time navigating the...
I don’t know about you, but I treat my motorcycle helmet like a newborn. I spent a small fortune purchasing...
Introducing the latest addition to our go-to riding gear, the Dainese Tan-Tan boots. Dainese has been making protective motorcycle riding...
Goldtop England first emerged on the riding gear scene way back in 1951. With that much history and experience behind...
Italian riding gear manufacturer Stylmartin has made a pair of motorcycle boots that wouldn’t look out of place on a...
The Dutch have a rich history in Motocross racing that has produced a long line of champions. Inspired by their...
A good motorcycle jacket is an investment. This Alpinestars Oscar Brass jacket will pay serious dividends. With its timeless style...
Casual and riding gear are two terms that don’t belong together. To me, the word casual infers less safe, but...
If we’re being completely honest, the style of a helmet matters almost as much as its protection capabilities. That’s a...
Finding an urban motorcycle jacket isn’t hard; seems everyone has one on offer. Finding a good one — one that’s...
As a motorcyclist keeping my belongings safe generally means carrying them at all times. A backpack offers the easiest solution,...
Riding a motorcycle can be a dangerous business. There’s plenty of riding gear out there to keep your head, hands,...
You don’t have to put out a poll to know which colour riding gear wins out over all others. It’s...
More and more riding gear manufacturers are catering to women these days, giving those who ride far better options than...
Everyone has different requirements when it comes to luggage. However, as motorcyclists, we have a few unique issues that need...
Using headsets to stay connected in a group ride can make things a lot easier, or a lot more frustrating...
When you’re talking riding gear, leather has considerable protective qualities and generally looks great in a jacket. When it comes...
If you’re looking for a non-leather motorcycle jacket with timeless style, waxed cotton is the answer. The most iconic waxed...
We regularly feature motorcycle gear that appeals to those who are partial to custom, classic and cafe racer style motorcycles....
Let’s be honest. Being cold and wet isn’t anyone’s idea of a good time. So if you’re planning to ride...
We’re big fans of Nexx Helmets heritage range. I already have two of their X.G100 helmets in my collection and consider...
In recent years flat track racing has taken the custom motorcycle world by storm. Sideburn magazine paved the way with...
Opportunity theft happens when a less-than-upstanding member of society sees something valuable and decides to make it their own. Your...
Leather has long dominated as the material of choice for motorcycle jackets. And denim jackets have been style icons for...
If you’ve ever performed side-of-the-road maintenance on your motorcycle, you know even simple fixes are impossible without the right tools....
Anyone who has ever emerged from a sticky situation unscathed and had someone tell them how “lucky” they were, will...
Layering is a great way to insulate yourself against the cold, but adding too much bulk can be impractical. The...
Riding gear featuring military-inspired designs is nothing new. Unfortunately, it tends to be limited to garish full camo garments. Rather...
A helmet for any occasion. Whether you ride a cruiser, a cafe racer or an adventure bike the new AGV...
Since 2009 Aether apparel has been producing outdoor-ready urban apparel for discerning city dwellers and weekend adventurers. Their design philosophy...
Deus Ex Machina has been instrumental in the growth of the custom motorcycle scene. They opened their first location in...
Overshirts have become commonplace in motorcycle riding gear catalogs. They can’t promise the same level of protection as a full...
If you’re a fan of Moc toe boots but want footwear that’ll keep your paws properly protected then consider these...
If you’re looking for retro riding gear with genuine heritage you can’t go past AGV helmets. The Italian manufacturer has...
The Borrego motorcycle gloves are the work of American born and bred riding gear manufacturer Biltwell. First launched in 2006...
It’s not often we find riding gear in the sportbike sector that appeals. To us, most of it looks a...
You may be the kind of motorcyclist who laughs in the face of winter, but nothing’s funny about riding with...
The Merlin Chase jacket is an all leather motorcycle jacket from the UK based riding gear manufacturer. Sporting timeless tracker-inspired...
The line between motorcycle riding gear and street fashion has been well and truly blurred. California based VKTRE Moto Co....
Every year my family struggles to find me the right Christmas gifts. They know I’m obsessed with motorcycles but have...
I’ve been riding in an Icon 1000 Basehawk for the past 4 years and can honestly say it’s one of...
Simpson has been producing helmets for motorcyclists and motorsports for over 60 years. You probably recognize them as the manufacturer...
Biltwell has been upping its helmet game over the past few years. Improved features, more widely recognized safety ratings and...
Brushed alloy is the new chrome. There are zero performance benefits from its use, but boy does it look good. ...
Riz & Kate from Moto Femmes here, bringing you our pick of the Best Women’s Motorcycle Gear for 2020. We...
The subscription box business model has been around for a few years now. The basic concept is that for a...
When facing the decision of which motorcycle backpack you should buy there are many factors to take into account. From...
If you’re chasing retro-styled motorcycle gloves but want the protection of modern sportbike gear, look no further. Performance riding gear...
Modern battery technology isn’t just improving electric cars and smartphones. Better batteries now mean more comfortable rides deep into the...
It’s a perfect collaboration. In 2016, renowned helmet brand Bell Helmets brought back their iconic full face Moto 3 after...
Any riding gear manufacturer can create up a “retro” jacket. But only those who have been around for a while...
Motorcyclist airbag suits are compulsory for MotoGP riders and are soon to be required for American Flat Track racers as...
