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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...

Klim Latitude Motorcycle Jacket and Pants Review | Gear

The best way to test a product is to put it through the wringer and use it many times over multiple days and in...

Highway 21 Women’s Pearl Motorcycle Jacket and Black Ivy Gloves Review

Black leather motorcycle apparel can often be understated, which many shoppers might enjoy about their gear. The Highway 21 leather apparel I’ve been testing...

2024 Summer Motorcycle Gear Buyers Guide

The summer solstice, which is June 20 this year, is the longest day of the year, allowing us to maximize our riding time. With...

Nelson-Rigg Solo Storm Motorcycle Rainsuit Review | Gear

A motorcycle rainsuit is like insurance: You may not need it often, but when you do, you’re darn glad you’ve got it. In early...

Spidi Tour Evo 2 Motorcycle Suit Review | Gear

The Spidi Tour Evo 2 Motorcycle Suit promises three-season, foul-weather functionality for the discerning on-road tourer or commuter. After riding in it for a...

Aerostich Kanetsu Heated Motorcycle Vest Review | Gear

Cold temperatures and unexpected weather changes are the reality in the northern latitudes where many of us ride. Even though I’ve lived in Minnesota...

Alpinestars Bogota Pro Drystar Motorcycle Jacket and Pants Review | Gear

After breaking in the Alpinestars Bogota Pro Drystar Jacket and Pants at the Husqvarna Norden 901 Expedition press launch in South Africa, I've continued...

Kemimoto Heated Motorcycle Review | Gear

I’m lucky enough to live in a part of Tennessee that only gets snowfall once or twice a year and where the roads are...

Joe Rocket Turbulent Motorcycle Jacket Review | Gear

As motorcycle gear technology evolves and improves, a lot of riding gear has become hyper-specific for a certain type of riding or certain weather...

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