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Most riders have a leather jacket hanging in their closet. They come in every style, thickness, and purpose imaginable. I loved the leather jacket...

Held Carese Evo Jacket and Torno Evo Pants Review

When your riding day takes you from an alpine chill in the morning to low countryside heat mixed with drenching rain by mid-afternoon, your...

2025 Fall Motorcycle Gear Buyers Guide

After the heat of summer, we welcome the fall riding season with open arms, embracing cool temperatures and colorful falling leaves while we can...

Pando Moto Mila Cargo Black Motorcycle Jeans for Women Review

Pando Moto was founded in Lithuania in 2011 above a Harley-Davidson shop. Since then, the company has grown and expanded into other markets, including...

Rev’It Sand 5 H2O Motorcycle Suit Review

We’ve tested multiple versions of the Rev’It Sand motorcycle suit over the years. It’s one of those rare pieces of gear that always gets...

Speed and Strength Daydream Textile Motorcycle Jacket Review

For more than a year now, I’ve worn an airbag vest under my jacket every time I ride. Although I hope to never need...

Aerostich Elkskin Roper 2.0 Motorcycle Gloves Review

Gloves are the unsung heroes of motorcycle apparel. Some people, those who might be charitably described as the dimmest bulbs in the box, forego...

Richa Motorcycle Apparel Launches in U.S.

American motorcyclists will now have access to Richa motorcycle apparel as the brand launches in the U.S. Richa, headquartered in Belgium and in operation...

Tourmaster Adventure Lite Mesh Motorcycle Jacket and Pants Review

For riding in hot weather, mesh motorcycle apparel is invaluable. Thousands of tiny holes in the outer fabric allow air to flow in through...

2025 Summer Motorcycle Gear Buyers Guide

The riding season is in full swing, and we don’t want to miss a bit of it. Whether you love long-distance riding, adventuring off...

Alpinestars Stella Copper Motorcycle Gloves Review

As is the case with your workout routine, your bike selection, or any number of other choices, the best motorcycle gear is often the...

Cortech Chicane Leather Motorcycle Jacket Review

The first review of a Cortech product published in Rider was in the April 1998 issue. The late, great Larry Grodsky reviewed the Tourmaster...

Rev’It Marley Ladies SK Motorcycle Jeans Review

When time allows, I enjoy getting off the bike and walking around during a ride. It gives me a moment to stretch out and...

Scorpion 1909 Vintage Leather Motorcycle Jacket Review

Scorpion’s 1909 Vintage is the quintessential classic leather motorcycle jacket: refreshingly understated, surprisingly functional, and impervious to fads. Its name is a homage to...

Cortech Apex RR Waterproof Motorcycle Boots Review

In March, I flew to Portugal for the global launch of the 2025 Triumph Speed Triple 1200 RS. My first press launch for Rider...

Sedici Tourisma WP Women’s Boots Review

Sedici Tourisma WP women’s boots are a full-grain leather offering from an in-house brand sold by Cycle Gear and RevZilla. The Tourismas are sturdy...

Scorpion Cargo Air Motorcycle Jacket Review

Here at Rider, we adhere to ATGATT, meaning “All The Gear, All The Time.” Yep, that means full riding gear even in sweltering heat....

Indie Ridge Motorcycle Boots Review

As the national brand ambassador for BMW Police Authority and an Advanced Riding Clinic instructor for Total Control Training, I teach, compete, perform demos,...

Alpinestars Tech-Air 5 Airbag Vest Review

In the May 2024 issue of Rider, I stated in my First Gear column – “Invest in Yourself” – that, as part of our...

Alpinestars Oscar Monty V2 Motorcycle Boots Review

There is a thriving retro/modern trend in motorcycling. Virtually every motorcycle brand now offers models that hearken back to a golden era of the...

Rev’It Component 2 H2O Jacket and Component H2O Pants Review

Part of what makes riding adventure and dual-sport bikes so much fun is acting like a kid again, splashing through puddles, getting dirty, and...

Fly Racing Youth Maverik Boots Review

As a parent of a 9-year-old who rides, having the proper gear - like these Fly Racing Youth Maverik Boots - is essential for...

Speed and Strength Moment of Truth Motorcycle Jacket and Gloves Review

When it comes to motorcycle apparel, there’s definitely a moment of truth. For some riders that boils down to safety; for others comfort is...

Alpinestars Tech-Air 3 Leather Airbag Vest Review

No rider who has crashed on the street ever wished they weren’t wearing protective gear. Beyond an armored riding jacket or suit, a higher...

Highway 21 Motordrome Motorcycle Jacket Review

There are numerous styles of motorcycle jacket that provide high-quality form and function, but when I’m on my Harley-Davidson Heritage Softail, I usually lean...

Alpinestars Stella SMX-6 V2 Motorcycle Boots Review

I have a few pairs of riding boots that I enjoy for most day-to-day riding, but when I signed up for a class with...

Rev’It Xena 4 Ladies Two-Piece Motorcycle Suit Review

Before heading to the track for the Level I class of California Superbike School, I began my search for a leather motorcycle suit. The...

LD Comfort Lite Motorcycle Base Layer Review

For most of my motorcycling career, I wore good ol’ cotton underwear and T-shirts on every ride. That is, until I met Mario Winkleman,...

Joe Rocket Anthem Motorcycle Jeans Review | Gear

I’ve owned a pair of Joe Rocket Anthem motorcycle jeans for about a year now. Of the various types of motorcycle jeans I’ve worn,...

Spidi Air DPS Airbag Vest Review | Gear

Airbag vests have come a long way since I started wearing them eight years ago. The primary evolution has been the introduction of electronic/battery...

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