Posts tagged 'buying guide'

This guide compares 1-piece and 2-piece motorcycle race suits, covering structure, protection, aerodynamics, comfort and track-day requirements. It explains where each format fits track and street...

Learn what CE marked motorcycle gear means. This guide explains the EN17092 classes A, AA and AAA, how abrasion, tear, seam and armour tests work, how leather and textile differ, and how to read the...

Cowhide, sheepskin and kangaroo leather each suit different gear. This guide compares their durability, weight, softness and care needs, explains where each is used in jackets, gloves and race suits...

A rider's guide to ankle biker boots covering where they fit between casual shoes and tall race boots, the features worth checking such as sole, closure and ankle protection, what the EN 13634...

A practical routine for keeping a leather jacket in good condition: identify the leather, clean it as the care label directs, condition it only as the maker advises, dry it away from heat, and store...

A rider-focused guide to choosing motorcycle leather pants. It explains what EN 17092 classes and EN 1621-1 armour levels cover, how the fit should feel in the riding position, how racing, touring...

A leather motorcycle vest covers the torso against wind and debris and layers easily over a shirt or jacket. This guide explains how to choose leather, fit, closures and back protector compatibility...

The right leather jacket depends on fit as much as style. This guide describes five common body shapes, the jacket cuts and details that suit each one, and a quick fit check covering shoulder seams...

A step-by-step routine for cleaning and conditioning a leather jacket at home. It covers the supplies to use and the cleaners to avoid, dusting, spot cleaning as the care label allows, drying away...

A guide to 5-pocket leather jeans for motorcycle riders and everyday wear: how the jeans-style layout works, the abrasion resistance of leather, what EN 17092 classes tell you, and care and storage...

Cowhide, sheepskin and goatskin differ in thickness, grain, softness and abrasion resistance. This guide compares the three hides, explains full-grain, top-grain and split leather, and shows which...

A leather jacket works best when its cut matches the wearer. This guide covers slim, athletic, boxy and round builds, showing which jacket styles, lengths and finishes suit each, with a quick fit...

A leather motorcycle vest adds a layer of style over a shirt or under a jacket. This guide covers what a vest can and cannot do for a rider, how to judge fit, leather type, lining and pockets, and...

Men's leather motorcycle gloves protect the hands, improve grip and suit many riding styles. This guide explains why leather is used, what the EN 13594 standard and its two levels mean, how gloves...

A buying guide to black motorcycle riding boots using the Heritage Black boots as a reference. It covers the cowhide leather, TPU toe, ankle and shin guards, sole and closure, explains what the EN...