Finding an urban motorcycle jacket isn’t hard; seems everyone has one on offer. Finding a good one — one that’s...
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.
Since I started riding I’ve been all about full faced helmets. While I’m the first to admit I don’t have...
All images courtesy of Black Pup Moto & Machines That Dream. Straight mates. We all have one. They’re the ones...
Leather has long dominated as the material of choice for motorcycle jackets. And denim jackets have been style icons for...
Let me introduce to you the Cortech Voodoo Riding Shirt. It’s not quite a fully-fledged motorcycle jacket but it is...
Casual and riding gear are two terms that don’t belong together. To me, the word casual infers less safe, but...
It seems unlikely there would be any kind of connection between snow sportswear and motorcycling, but UK based helmet manufacturer...
I felt pretty spiffy in my fancy new boots, a little Nancy Sinatra even. Strolling through the airport the boots...
“Fall is hands down the best time of year in California. The tourists have gone home and the beaches are...
Indian riding gear manufacturer Trip Machine Co. entered the scene a few years back with a modest range of stylish...
The founder of the Australian riding gear company Saint had a clear goal. He wanted to create motorcycle jeans that...
Introducing the Navajo WP touring motorcycle boots, designed using equal parts form and function by Italian motorcyclist footwear experts Stylmartin....
There are so many things to consider when buying new jeans for the bike. Cut, colour, style… but hang on...
For years I’ve been toying with the idea of releasing a Cafe Racer themed clothing. A few months ago I...
Never shall I ride cold again! In a recent article, I reviewed a set of Oxford premium heated grips. Since...
A good motorcycle jacket is an investment. This Alpinestars Oscar Brass jacket will pay serious dividends. With its timeless style...
The Saint Unbreakable Denim Gloves use a 62% UHMPWE and 38% cotton blend to create what they refer to as Unbreakable 4.0...
Making a great product doesn’t always mean reinventing the wheel. Lithuanian riding gear manufacturer Pando Moto sell the customary range...
We have to admit that seeing riders getting around on their motorcycles wearing trainers makes us cringe. But now, Alpinestars...
From the crew at Australian riding gear outfit Akin, comes the second edition of their awesome Alpha motorcycle jacket. After...
When I lived in the city, cruise control was something I’d have never considered for my motorcycles. However, now that...
The Speed and Strength SS1600 Straight Savage motorcycle helmet utilizes a modern street bike design which is both ECE and...
When I got the plastic and foam bags off the helmet, that Gloss Blood Red hit me square in the...
How many of us started riding because it looked cool to be on a motorcycle? You dreamed of being like...
When it’s hot enough outside to fry an egg on your tank the last thing you want to do is...
If you don’t already have Le Container in your bookmarks or on your Blog roll you soon will. This is...
The crew at Velomacchi certainly know how to make a good looking bit of luggage, but what they really excel...
I’ve been riding in an Icon 1000 Basehawk for the past 4 years and can honestly say it’s one of...
Launched by a former founder of Ateliers-Ruby, Jean-EtiennePrach, Veldt has set up operations at the mecca of motorcycle racing, the Isle of...
For most of my riding life I’ve been wearing a Shoei on my head, but I’ve always wanted to give...
If you’re anything like me and have a strange obsession with motorcycle helmets you would have noticed the green and...
Simply sign up to our newsletter list before December 25th, 2017 and you will automatically go into the draw. Want more...
For a motorcyclist, nothing beats a clear blue sky, warm breeze and the open road. But one of the biggest...
If you’re looking for retro riding gear with genuine heritage you can’t go past AGV helmets. The Italian manufacturer has...
You don’t have to put out a poll to know which colour riding gear wins out over all others. It’s...
Vests haven’t previously played a role in my wardrobe of motorcycle gear. The fact that I spent most of my...
Before we take a closer look at the new Merlin Outlaw Explorer Smock we first need to understand what a...
It’s not often we find riding gear in the sportbike sector that appeals. To us, most of it looks a...
Thanks to temperate weather conditions through the more heavily populated southern regions, Australia is an idyllic place for motorcycling. The...
Wearing motorcyclist ear plugs while riding is something I wish I’d made a habit of earlier in my life. I...
When it comes to riding gear every motorcyclist should own a good leather jacket. Historically leather has played a huge...
When you’re a motorcyclist living in a wet climate you soon get to know a thing or two about staying...
A few months ago I wrote an article about the MotoMAX Royal Enfield 650 Scrambler. It was created to fill...
Early in their manufacturing journey, Biltwell helmets were more form than function. Things have come a long way since then...
Layering is a great way to insulate yourself against the cold, but adding too much bulk can be impractical. The...
We’re big fans of Nexx Helmets heritage range. I already have two of their X.G100 helmets in my collection and consider...
Deus Ex Machina has been instrumental in the growth of the custom motorcycle scene. They opened their first location in...
Blending streetwear style with riding gear functionality has become a specialty of Icon’s 1000 series and this is particularly evident...
It’s winter down here in Australia and the first-morning ride I did wearing the Marauders was brisk, to say the...
Riding a motorcycle requires a basic set of skills, but building them takes knowledge, know-how and most importantly, passion. Similar...
If we’re being completely honest, the style of a helmet matters almost as much as its protection capabilities. That’s a...
True addicts of the two-wheeled persuasion don’t let their rides sit idle an entire season simply because it’s cold. All...
The Nexx XG100 Carbon tips the scales at a measly 1250 grammes including the helmets removable peak. The outer shell is...
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...
During the past decade, there has been some great riding gear designed and manufactured by resourceful Australians. One such Aussie...
Soon after the “new-wave” custom craze kicked off motorcycle helmet manufacturers began releasing retro lids. The Bell Bullitt was the...
If you’re a fan of Moc toe boots but want footwear that’ll keep your paws properly protected then consider these...
One of our favourite advancements in motorcycle riding gear in recent years is the development of single layer riding jeans....
After the success of the ‘Speed’ and ‘Sakura’ motorcycle gloves English riding gear outfit, 78 Motor Co, has released an all-new...
When you’re on to a good thing stick to it! The third generation of the Rev’it! Fly Gloves takes everything...
Motorcycles are involved in rear-end collisions more often than you’d like to think. Infact in the USA, as many as...
The line between motorcycle riding gear and everyday streetwear has well and truly been blurred. Whether you’re riding to work...
All images courtesy of Black Pup Moto & Machines That Dream. Next time you’re at a formal function, try this...
Think bomber jackets are outdated? Well, think again. The Falcon Leather Aviator Motorcycle Jacket by Pando Moto is proof that...
These stunning custom Moto Guzzi concepts are the work of JMKL, a Spanish graphic designer and lover of two wheeled...
If you’re anything like me you’re always looking for ways to spend more time on or around motorcycles. It doesn’t...
Sands own experience as a GP racer and an everyday street rider is evident in the products he develops and...
HUCKBERRY ESSENTIAL EDC KIT The ultimate keyring accessory. This handy little set of tools includes basic items to help you fix...
At it’s simplest, the bivouac is a cleverly tailored tarpaulin designed to use your motorcycle for support. Now that the...
This is the new Rev’it! Element Motorcycle Jacket a lightweight, versatile jacket offering all-weather compatibility and CE certified protection. The...
Specs Manufacturer: Pando Moto Price (When Tested): $375.00 (USD) €339.00 (EU) Made In: Lithuania Alternative models & colors: Black Sizes:...
Labelling a product as ‘premium’ tells customers you’re offering something that’s superior to other alternatives. Italian motorcycle riding gear manufacturer...
While Mik was left “exposed” (pardon the pun) in his bivouac that consisted of nothing more than a top sheet/motorcycle...
One of the greatest things about riding motorcycles is how they allow you to disconnect. Whether it’s by disconnecting from...
The Karl Desert motorcycle jeans leverage the abrasion resistance of both Kevlar and Cordura to keep your skin safe. Despite...
Since John Bloor resurrected Triumph Motorcycles in 1983 it’s been nothing but success after success. Triumph has, of course, been...
Biltwell has been producing retro styled helmets since before many of the larger manufacturers jumped on the bandwagon. Unfortunately for...
The Borrego motorcycle gloves are the work of American born and bred riding gear manufacturer Biltwell. First launched in 2006...
If you’ve ever performed side-of-the-road maintenance on your motorcycle, you know even simple fixes are impossible without the right tools....
Bell Helmets set the benchmark in open-face helmet design with their Custom 500 helmet. The latest addition to the 500...
Nothing says bad-ass like a leather motorcycle jacket. But aside from its appearance, there are several other benefits that leather...
Stars Wars associations aside, the Scorpion Covert helmet is ready to battle the real world with its DOT approved Polycarbonate...
Using headsets to stay connected in a group ride can make things a lot easier, or a lot more frustrating...
So what is it exactly that makes the 1SELF Genesys jacket so safe? For starters, the jacket’s outer shell is...
Motorcyclist airbag suits are compulsory for MotoGP riders and are soon to be required for American Flat Track racers as...
A backpack for any occasion. San Fransisco based Mission Workshop have been producing weatherproof bags and technical gear for some...
Belstaff doesn’t have the race-bred reputation of their competitors in the motorcycle apparel category. What they do have is the...
That effort got me through daily commutes for about a year with tinny, distorted renditions of whatever garbage 22-year-old-me thought...
“We’ve spent years researching and improving every single feature on the Alpha Jacket. Put simply, the new Alpha 3.0 is...
In my signature footwear colour scheme of brown leather, the Forma Naxos boots are certainly very lovely to look at, but...
All images courtesy of Black Pup Moto & Machines That Dream. If you had to rank colours in order of...
Made from top grain “Matte Buffalo” leather the Carson jacket is available in both black and tobacco finishes. Design features...
The vintage inspired Rayburn riding boots are styled after a classic work boot cut. Outer construction consists of a 1.6mm...
According to my wife, these Saint Force Armoured Jeans are the best-looking motorcycle jeans she’s seen me in. Granted she’s...
When you’re laying down your hard earned cash on an item of riding gear it’s always nice if it suits...
The Roland Sands Ridgeline CE Jacket is one of the newest additions to the brand’s 2021 range of riding gear....
Brushed alloy is the new chrome. There are zero performance benefits from its use, but boy does it look good. ...
Hooded motorcycle jackets are a point of contention for some riders. Due to their design, they can generate a substantial...
Over the last few days the Wrenchmonkees have released a 3 part video series based on a trip they completed...
