Female riders who complain about the lack of shape and adjustment in motorcycle jackets that don’t fit their shape should...
(CE certification article contributed by Pando Moto) Motorcycle protective rider gear has become a lot safer over the years since...
Urban and country riders need different levels of abrasion, impact and seam-bursting protection in their riding gear, according to MotoCAP chief scientist Chris Hurren. He explains the differences in this video from MotoCAP, the world’s first safety and comfort ratings system for motorcycle clothing which launched on 18 September 2018....
Macna continues to introduce more models to its burgeoning rider clothing range with five new summer jackets for the coming...
BMW Motorrad has launched a 2020 heritage collection of rider gear to appeal to riders of their R nineT models...
This Kominie JK-084 3D mesh inner vest will take the heat out of your riding this long, hot summer. We’ve already had a few days riding in almost 40C heat, so we’ve been able to give this vest a good test under both a leather jacket and a flow-through mesh...
MotoCAP has rated six more jackets to reach 150 safety and thermal comfort ratings for jackets, pants and gloves, including...
(Contributed post for our North American readers) Whether you or a loved one enjoy riding motorcycles, or belong to a...
Furygan is the latest company to add an airbag vest that goes inside your jacket and can be easily reset at home after being triggered. Most airbag suits and jackets include the airbag and some airbag vests go over the top, while others go inside. We weren’t sure how an airbag...
MotoCAP has added eight more jackets and two more pairs of pants to its safety and thermal comfort ratings, bringing...
Italian motorcycle rider protection company SPIDI is working on a smog-proof jacket and mask that could protect riders from the...
Alpinestars has joined Dainese and Furygan in making an airbag vest that fits underneath any jacket. Airbags were first included with a leather jacket or suit usually for racing where it is now mandatory in some categories. They were followed by airbag vests that could be worn over the top...
An American motorcycle clothing company is about to launch the Biker Jacket that they claim is the only motorcycle jacket...
What is the best motorcycle gear for riding in wet weather? Unfortunately, there is no simple answer. It depends on the...
Riding gear with multiple layers usually rates higher for abrasion safety than comparative gear, according to the MotoCAP safety and thermal comfort ratings system for motorcycle jackets, pants and gloves. For example, leather alone provides about four seconds of protection before failure, but backing the leather with foam, 3D mesh or a...
Part 4 – Seam strength and risk zones. Over the past seven years, Europe has developed a new clothing protection...
Part 3 – Impact abrasion resistance. Over the past seven years, Europe has developed a new clothing protection standard (EN17092)....
Part 2 – The new levels of the standard. Over the past seven years, Europe has developed a new clothing protection standard (EN17092). We have asked Dr Chris Hurren to explain the new European standard and what it means for Aussie riders. Dr Hurren is a research scientist at Deakin...
Part 1 – The new European Standard EN17092. Over the past seven years, Europe has developed a new clothing protection...
Your motorcycle jackets, pants, gloves and boots that are supposed to protect you in a crash, can sometimes experience failures...
If you’ve ever had motorcycle gear fail through wear and tear or a crash, it could be covered by the Australian Trades Practices Act and/or the manufacturer’s warranty. But first, click here to see the difference between a product failure and rider error. Consumer protection If it’s a genuine product...
Australia’s internationally awarded MotoCAP safety and thermal comfort ratings system for motorcycle clothing has added 15 jackets to its list...
Royal Enfield has expanded its vintage-look apparel to include its first range of women’s riding gear. Australian importers Urban Moto...
Carrying your helmet around with you can be a pain, but the Ulka Gear motorcycle jacket transforms into a handy backpack that also holds your lid, gloves, goggles and more! These Indian-made jackets come in a Hakkit Forever touring and Hakkit V2 city version, both suitable for the hot Indian...
The hoodie is becoming a big fashion trend among urban riders so now award-winning UK protective clothing company, Covec Limited has...
(Contributed post) Women’s motorcycle gear is a hot topic nowadays as more women take to two wheels. Yet time and...
If you love touring on your Ducati in Italian style, safety and comfort, you’re going to want the new touring range from the Borgo Panigale manufacturer. Ducati Australia and New Zealand head of market Alana Baratto says the touring gear will arrive in November. If you can’t wait, you can...
As Australia’s internationally awarded MotoCAP safety and thermal comfort testing and ratings system for motorcycle clothing has surpassed 200 tested items,...
Have you ever found out the hard way that waterproof gear has a use-by date after which it is totally...
Just in time for the warmer summer months comes the Macna Aerocon adventure-style jacket. Since Australian distributors Link International began importing European riding gear from Macna in 2017, we have reviewed several items and found them all to be technically clever, comfortable and safe. This stylish jacket should be no...
The Iconic Leather Jacket The leather motorcycle jacket is an icon. It’s as much a style choice as a piece...
Just in time for Christmas, Australia’s internationally awarded MotoCAP motorcycle gear safety ratings service has added 16 new items. The...
British motorcycle helmet manufacturer Ruroc will next month branch out into rider gear under a new brand called Enginehawk. Company spokesman Elijah Weir says that since launching their motorcycle helmets they have had “tons of requests from our community asking ‘what jacket is that’ every time we put a post...
Australia’s internationally awarded MotoCAP motorcycle gear safety ratings service has added ratings on safety and comfort for eight jackets and eight...
Australia’s internationally awarded MotoCAP motorcycle gear safety ratings service has now performed testing and issued safety and comfort ratings ratings for...
Motorcycle jackets and pants that have good breathability for the warmer riding months sacrifice safety standards, according to the latest test results from Australia’s internationally awarded MotoCAP motorcycle gear safety ratings service. MotoCAP has now performed testing and issued safety and comfort ratings ratings for 354 items of rider jackets, gloves...
From the green hills of the Central Hemisphere comes Ashley Watson. Ashley is a designer who has been itching to...
Detailed tests are required on the efficacy of blow-up vests and jackets as used by MotoGP riders, says Australian safety...
With the hotter weather approaching, riders can check the breathability standard of their gear on Australia’s internationally awarded MotoCAP online safety ratings service. Sixteen new MotoCAP safety ratings have just been published, providing riders with safety ratings for 11 jackets and five pairs of pants. Importantly, they also test the...
The award-winning Australian MotoCAP website has now published testing and issued safety and comfort ratings for 373 items of motorcycle...