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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...

Arai XD-5 Helmet Review

My how time flies! It’s been 30 years since Arai launched its DS (dual-sport) helmet, which had a chinbar like a dirtbike helmet, a...

Aerostich Messenger Bag Review | Gear

In the immortal words of George Carlin, “That’s the meaning of life: trying to find a place to keep your stuff.” I consider myself...

Schuberth S3 Motorcycle Helmet Review | Gear

Over the past couple years, German helmet maker Schuberth has completely redesigned its lineup of motorcycle helmets. In the past, we've reviewed Schuberth’s modular...

Michelin Commander III Motorcycle Tires Review | Gear

I can say without hesitation that every car tire purchase I’ve made has been done somewhat grudgingly, with safety and practicality being the primary...

SW-Motech Legend Gear LC2 Side Bags Review | Gear

When I first got my 2004 Harley‑Davidson Heritage Softail Classic, I felt like I was cheating a little when opening and closing my saddlebags....

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...

Michelin Anakee Road Tires Review | Gear

The Michelin Anakee Road is a new tire specifically for road-biased adventure touring motorcycles. It’s a “90/10” tire (90% road, 10% off-road) designed to...

Ducati DesertX Parts Review: Wunderlich Seat, Windscreen, Auxiliary Lights

It’s often said that good things come in threes, but so do the challenging ones – especially when purchasing motorcycles. When it came to...

Warm and Safe Dual Remote Control Mounted Heat-Troller Review | Gear

The Warm & Safe Dual Remote Control Mounted Heat-Troller provides riders with the ability to power and control two pieces of heated motorcycle gear...

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...

Forcite MK1S Smart Helmet Review | Gear

As a motorcycle enthusiast, I’ve had the opportunity to test many helmets over the years, but the Forcite MK1S smart helmet stands out. After...

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...

BMW Handlebar Risers from Wunderlich for the R 1200/1250 RT Review | Gear

BMW R 1200/1250 RT sport-tourers, for all their stellar attributes, arrive from the factory with a cramped cockpit, even for height-challenged riders like me....

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...

Yamaha Ténéré 700 Saddle from Seat Concepts Review | Gear

When it comes to stock motorcycles, the two items that owners are most likely to change – especially those who like to pile on...

Shad TR40 Terra Adventure Saddlebags Review | Gear

When planning our trip to South Dakota to ride the Black Hills BDR-X, we knew we needed good adventure luggage and opted for Shad...

Tourmaster Ridgecrest Mesh Adventure Jacket and Pants Review | Gear

Since the first issue of Rider’s 50th anniversary year, which includes this Tourmaster Ridgecrest Mesh Adventure jacket and pants review in Gear Lab, is...

National Cycle SwitchBlade 2-Up Quick Release Motorcycle Windshield Review | Gear

When I’m on my cruiser, I like the feel of air passing over me while riding backroads, but in the colder months – or...

Highway 21 Gunner Leather Motorcycle Jacket | Gear Review

Engineering a motorcycle jacket seems easy, but it gets complicated to strike the optimal balance of protection, versatility, and style. It’s almost impossible to...

Shinko Off-Road Tires for Intermediate and Hard Terrain | Gear Review

Go to any track day with a sportbike, and it’s all about lap times – and tires. There are supersport tires, racing slicks and...

2023 Holiday Buyers Guide

Motorcyclists might be in the minority in thinking December is not “the most wonderful time of the year,” but a gift of motorcycle parts...

Joe Rocket Sinister Leather Motorcycle Jacket | Gear Review

When it comes to leather motorcycle jackets, Joe Rocket doesn’t make the motorcycle-apparel equivalent of Chef Gordon Ramsey’s often cited cardinal sin of too...

AGV Tourmodular Modular Helmet | Gear Review

When I slide on a full-face helmet, there’s a kind of click. My focus instantly sharpens, and my shoulders relax. The lighter and more...

Lone Rider MotoBags 2-Year Torture Test | Gear Review

Lone Rider, which entered the ADV world with its popular MotoTent that features a vestibule to park your bike, introduced its semi-rigid MotoBags in...

Schuberth E2 Modular Helmet | Gear Review

Knowing I’d be riding more than 1,000 miles during the dog days of summer – when Sirius, the “Dog Star,” rises with the sun,...

Nelson-Rigg Commuter Motorcycle Luggage: Tail Bag and Tank Bag | Gear Review

Motorcycles offer many advantages over other methods of transportation. However, one drawback is a lack of storage space. Whether packing for a weekend trip...

Weiser Extreme EVO Multifunction LED Motorcycle Light Kits | Gear Review

Weiser Technik's Extreme EVO LED Motorcycle Light Kits transformed my 2020 BMW R 1250 GS test mule into a much more conspicuous presence on...

LS2 Thunder Carbon Motorcycle Racing Helmet | Gear Review

Established in 2007, Spanish manufacturer LS2 produces a full line of motorcycle helmets, including full-face, modular, open-face, off-road, and youth. The LS2 Thunder Carbon...

Hudson Valley Motor Parts Motorcycle Bar End Weights | Gear Review

After nearly two decades aboard various generations of BMW’s venerable RT-Series sport-tourers, I recently decided to learn how to ride off-road and made the...

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