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Motorcycle Gear: Your Guide

Whether you have just found your dream bike or are just getting ready to start shopping around, you'll soon find that there is an overabundance of motorcycle gear and accessories to complete your experience. It has been said that there are almost as many options for different types of motorcycle garments as there are for clothing in general. With so many different options, it can be confusing and almost mind-boggling to try to figure out what you'll need and what will be most appropriate for your particular bike and riding experience.

The good news is that with the advent of the internet, shopping for motorcycle gear and accessories has never been easier or more convenient. By using the Web, you can shop around and compare prices, shipping costs and times, etc. Before you start shopping, read on to have an idea of some of the basics and what to look for.

Jacket

Your needs in terms of a motorcycle jacket will vary a bit depending on certain factors. The main factors will be the geographical area of where you live and/or ride, and whether you need maximum comfort for longer rides or just something easy for quick commutes. Consider your lifestyle and how your new motorcycle will fit into it.

A leather motorcycle jacket is classic and also very good for protection. However, jackets made from animal hide can be expensive and get very hot, especially during longer rides. Another suitable material for riding jackets is Cordura, which is reinforced fabric. If you choose this option, you'll want to make sure the impact areas (shoulders, back, elbows) are padded.

You will want to choose a motorcycle jacket that can be versatile enough to use through a wide range of weather conditions. Look for a jacket that contains a zip-out liner (available as a vest liner or full liner) and also vents that can provide good air movement during hot days.

Helmet

The helmet is by far the single most crucial piece of motorcycle gear and it's importance should not be overlooked. The job of the motorcycle helmet is to save your life should something go wrong. There are different types of motorcycle helmets with different levels of padding, shapes, styles, etc. Below is a list of some of the more popular ones.

Beanie (Pudding Bowl)

This type of helmet is easy to put on and take off, but provides only the minimum amount of protection for the head (mostly the top of the head). The Beanie (or Pudding Bowl) helmet is designed not to obstruct any part of your peripheral vision or your hearing, but long rides can be loud if you only wear a Beanie helmet.

Half Helmet

This type of helmet protects the top and sides of the head, and in many cases also the ears. The Half Helmet protects more protection than the Pudding Bowl and is still very easy to put on and take off.

Helmet (Open-Faced Helmet)

This type of helmet protects the head, neck, ears and eyes. Though putting on and taking off the Helmet is not as easy as with other helmet types, many things (taking a drink, eating a bite, shooting a photo) can be done by simply lifting up the face shield.

Full-face Helmet

The Full-face Helmet provides the most comprehensive protection for the head, neck, eyes, ears and face. This type of helmet also protects you from elements such as wind, rain, dust, leaves, particles and insects. Putting on and taking off this type of helmet is a bit more cumbersome, especially if you wear glasses. Also, sounds may be muffled while you have it on. The Full-face helmet is usually more expensive than other types of helmets, but well worth it.

Flip-up Helmet

The Flip-up Helmet provides much of the protection that the Full-face Helmet provides, while making it easier to put on and take off without having to slide the entire helmet on over your head.

Motorcycle Gloves

Motorcycle gloves are another important safety garment that you should invest in before you even take that first ride. Because most of us tend to reach forward with our palms down when we fall, not using good gloves can increase your chances of loosing some skin and blood should you take a fall.

There are many different styles, materials, levels of protection and temperature ranges available in motorcycle gloves. The vast majority of gloves designed for use with motorcycles are made from leather or other textiles. Look for motorcycle gloves that will be comfortable and provide the level of comfort and protection you'll need for your rides. Good riding gloves should be snug and not bulky, and allow you to extend and contract your fingers freely.

Boots

Motorcycle boots are interesting in that most motorcycle riders agree that it is safer to ride while wearing boots, but there is no real standard for boots in terms of street riding. One thing that can be agreed upon is that you should never ride a motorcycle wearing flip-flops, sandals, running shoes (or any shoes made of rubber) as none of these will protect your whole foot in the case of an accident.

Motorcycle boots for racing and dirt-biking can be very expensive and exceed the scope of your needs. A good pair of boots for riding will be tough and durable, made of leather or another suitable material, completely cover the ball of your ankle, and have good traction.

Shopping for Motorcycle Gear

There are many ways to find good deals on motorcycle gear. Start by making a list of what you need or want. Visit online motorcycle shops or visit your local dealer to look at different options. Then, look online to compare prices from different outlets. You can also shop for high-quality used motorcycle gear by looking through online classifieds. Many times, people take up a hobby such as motorcycles only to find after a short time that it's not really for them. In these cases, people may try to recoup the money they invested in the hobby by selling off items such as motorcycle helmets, jackets and gloves to private buyers. Always check to make sure your safety gear is in excellent condition when looking through classifieds.

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Is there a good website that has BIG SIZES for motorcycle gear (jackets and pants)?? ?
I am looking to buy a jacket with armor in it - I am female, but prefer the look and feel of men's style jackets. I am a large woman - 275 lbs and 5' 4". Unfortunately, the length of the sleeves will be a problem, I am sure. Maybe there is a site for large women motorcycle jackets? I have done many searches to try to fine jackets that will fit and suit my needs. Also looking for riding pants (men's size: 50-52 inch waist). Please lead me in the right direction. Thanks!

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I was hit by a car today on my motorcycle. Should i get compensation?
I was hit by a car whilst riding my motorcycle this morning. I was driving in a Northerly direction. A land-rover was waiting at a t-junction, poking itself right out into the road I was travelling up, waiting to turn right. I looked to my right where there was a queue of traffic moving Southwards and there were no spaces for the car to turn into so it seemed safe to pass the car (there was plenty of room between the front of the car and the white lines in the middle of the road). As I was approaching the vehicle to move past it I noticed that the driver was not looking right, so I slowed right down to about 7 miles per hour to give the driver plenty of time to see me. I continued to approach the car cautiously (having been taught to always presume the worst from drivers). Suddenly the car accelerated forwards, taking a harsh right, smashing into the side of me with the front of their car. The bike skidded outwards, causing me to fall and hit the ground, and the bike to slide off down the road. I hit my head against the ground and was kept stationary until an ambulance arrived to check for neck damage etc. After being looked over and given the all-clear, I was put into the ambulance. The police officer on the scene took my details and a statement and informed me that the driver had given the same record of events and accepted full blame for the accident due to their failure to look right (or even forwards) for oncoming vehicles. Witnesses had also backed up my version of events. I was luckily relatively undamaged. I have a stiff back, arms, and neck, as well as a very painful, large bruise on my inner thigh where the bike hit me as it skidded down the road. But no broken bones. As far as physical damages are concerned, my helmet hit the ground when I landed and has a scratched up visor; the motorcycle has a bent handlebar, leaking petrol, a busted choke, a busted starter motor, and gear lever; and my motorcycle gear (jacket, trousers) have obviously endured an impact. As far as emotional damage, I very shaken up and in shock for a good 10 minutes; I missed an official lesson observation at work; and I have to arrange alternative transport to work until the motorcycle is sorted out. The police will be giving me the driver's insurance details later on and the mechanic that picked up the bike after the accident is holding off doing the work until the driver's insurance company approves the work. What are my rights in terms of a payout from their insurance company? Do I have a right to be reimbursed the cost of motorcycle repair and damage to equipment? Do I have the right to compensation for injuries, shock, and inconvenience? I am a UK motorcyclist, so I was on the right side of the road. I'm a sensible rider I assure you. Thanks for the information everyone else. I want to know what sort of questions I will be asked by the insurance company when I phone them and don't want to give them irrelevant information. I will make sure I don't settle for a 50/50 claim and will try my hardest to get 100% damages for the motorbike at least and try for money for a new helment and jacket/trousers (which have been damaged by me sliding on the road). I know I have to be realistic though - insurance companies aren't known for their compassion. It's a shame I don't have the driver's phone number as she might have prefered to sort this all out without the insurance company's involvement. In response to 'Scouse' , I was driving past the junction so I was actually in front of the car (which was emerging from a side road indicating right), travelling up the main road, not on it's right. The car drove straight into me. The driver, witnesses and police agreed the other driver was totally at fault.

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How is Motorcycle Gear (jacket suit etc) Made?
Where can I find information on construction, materials, layers etc for leather motorcycle gear?

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Where do you store your motorcycle gear?
When going to a public place or school, where do you store your motorcycle gear? (Jacket, armor, gloves, ect...)

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