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Riding jeans review: Merlin Warren tried and tested

31 August 2023 by Jim Blackstock

It’s not difficult to find a pair of riding jeans that look, feel and fit like a pair of regular jeans. The Merlin Warren cargo jeans are a variation on a theme, with a completely different design...

Riding hoodie review: RST X Kevlar Tech tried and tested

31 August 2023 by Justin Hayzelden

The RST X Kevlar hoodie is a casual style hooded sweatshirt with a trick up its sleeve – it’s CE rated so you can have some peace of mind when you’re heading out in warmer weather without...

Jacket review: Richa Atlantic tried and tested

31 August 2023 by Adam Binnie

If you’re a year-round rider who is short on wardrobe space, or simply like the idea of buying once and buying right, a laminated suit like the Richa Atlantic is a solid all-rounder. With no...

Tried and tested: Shark Skwal i3 review

31 August 2023 by Justin Hayzelden

The SHARK Skwal i3 is the latest in the French motorcycle helmet manufacturer’s line of LED equipped lids, noted for standing out from the crowd, quite literally, with their on board running lights.

Peaky blinders: Best peaked motorcycle helmets chosen by MCN

31 August 2023 by Justin Hayzelden

From adventure biking and trail riding to motocross, enduro and trials, there’s a peaked motorcycle helmet out there to suit every off-road occasion. The peak serves two main functions – to shield...

Italian flair: MCN picks the best AGV helmets on the market

31 August 2023 by Jim Blackstock

When it comes to motorcycle protection, AGV helmets are considered to be up there with the best of them. Their lids protect the heads of many of the world’s leading racers, with both Valentino Rossi...

Helmet review: Schuberth C5 tried and tested

31 August 2023 by Adam Binnie

The benefits of a flip-front motorcycle helmet like the Schuberth C5 are numerous – not only does it make for clearer conversations when you’re off the bike, but it’s also much easier to squeeze onto...

Get yourself connected: Best Bluetooth motorcycle helmets

31 August 2023 by Jim Blackstock

While some riders despise the concept of being connected to the outside world, Bluetooth motorcycle helmets are the perfect solution for those who do. Whether it’s to hear sat-nav instructions, listen...

Jacket review: Richa Daytona 2 tried and tested

31 August 2023 by Richard Newland

Leather motorcycle jackets that look good on all types of bike are, oddly, relatively hard to find. Sporty is easy, and so is out-and-out retro, but finding a timeless and well-spec’d jacket that I’d...

Riding shirt review: Resurgence Pekev Ultra tried and tested

31 August 2023 by Simon Relph

This riding Resurgence Pekev Ultra riding jacket/shirt looked so tempting that I couldn’t resist ordering one. When it arrived a few days later, I couldn’t wait to get it out and try it on because the...

Helmet review: Arai Quantic tried and tested

31 August 2023 by Justin Hayzelden

The all-new Arai Quantic is the Japanese firm’s flagship sports touring motorcycle helmet, designed with regular riding and long distance touring in mind. Here’s what MCN Editor Rich Newland and Chief...

Helmet review: Shark Skwal 2.2 tried and tested

31 August 2023 by Adam Binnie

The LED lighting in the SHARK Skwal 2.2 is a unique feature that risks overshadowing everything else this helmet does well – particularly when people reviewing it refer to it in the first paragraph.

Helmet review: Shoei GT-Air II tried and tested

31 August 2023 by Michael Neeves

The Shoei GT-Air 2 motorcycle helmet replaced the original GT Air and has been around since in 2019. In that time, it’s received plaudits from customers and awarded a Ride magazine ‘Best Buy’ green...

Helmet review: Shoei EX-Zero ‘Equation’ tried and tested

31 August 2023 by Ben Clarke

The Shoei Ex-Zero Equation is a lightweight, comfy and fairly practical motorbike helmet (in fair weather at least) but I couldn’t really care less about all that. Look at it. It’s so...

Helmet review: Shark Evo GT tried and tested

31 August 2023 by Jim Blackstock

They aren’t for everyone, but there’s no denying that flip-front helmets, like the Shark Evo GT, add a degree of convenience that you simply don’t get with either a full-face or an...

Double glaze your helmet: How to fit a Pinlock visor insert

31 August 2023 by Jim Blackstock

The adoption of the Pinlock anti-fog visor insert has been huge – virtually all helmet manufacturers now offer this system to prevent the inside of the visor from misting and for some, an insert is...

Textile suit review: Oxford Mondial tried and tested

31 August 2023 by Jim Blackstock

When it launched, the Oxford Mondial jacket was £250 and the trousers were £200, making a laminated textile suit for well below £500 – a huge achievement. However, many other manufacturers have caught...

Punching above their weight: Best lightweight motorcycle textiles

31 August 2023 by Maria Martin

Lightweight motorbike kit can be a versatile option for new riders and seasoned veterans alike. With plenty to choose from, you could opt for the do-it-all textile jacket or trousers, or perhaps...

Best RST airbag clothing

31 August 2023 by Jim Blackstock

RST airbag clothing offers an affordable way for many riders to get the latest safety tech. There are many, me included, who passionately feel that personal airbag clothing is the next game-changer...

Spidi Alpentrophy Textile Suit review | A laminated suit for all occasions

31 August 2023 by Jim Blackstock

The Spidi Alpentrophy is my second suit from the brand and is even more impressive than the predecessor, which I also had. It’s a very highly-specified combination that has seen me through several...

Riding jeans review: Bull-It Tactical Icon tried and tested

31 August 2023 by Richard Newland

Bull it Tactical Icon jeans are the lightest in the range, yet claim to offer the same high-end performance as their more substantial siblings. MCN editor Richard Newland has been trying out a pair of...

Leathers review: Dainese Mugello R crash tested

31 August 2023 by Bruce Dunn

Tested by Bruce Dunn for four years, 10,000 miles The Mugello R D-air is Dainese’s very highest specification leather race suit and it’s as close as you can get to wearing what MotoGP and WSB stars...

Arai's outgoing Tour-X 4 helmet is still a go-to adventure touring option - here's why

31 August 2023 by Michael Neeves

The highly acclaimed, top-spec Arai Tour-X motorbike helmet has been around for decades and I’ve been testing the fourth-generation Tour-X4 for the past three years. It’s designed for adventure and...

Autumn bargain: Oxford Hinterland tried and tested

31 August 2023 by Jim Blackstock

The Oxford Hinterland is the flagship textile jacket-and-trouser combination from the British brand’s product range, which is itself already famous for among other things, great value riding kit and a...

Helmet review: Klim Krios Pro tried and tested

31 August 2023 by Michael Guy

The top of line Klim Krios Pro adventure helmet takes a revolutionary approach to protection, employing several cutting edge features to set it apart from the competition. Top of the list is the use...

Riding jeans review: Furygan K11 X Kevlar tried and tested

31 August 2023 by Jim Blackstock

There are plenty of riding jeans around on the market and if you are after a pair, you are faced with several decisions; what protective CE rating will you accept? Do you want single-layer jeans or...

Riding jeans review: Bull-it Covert Evo tried and tested

31 August 2023 by Michael Neeves

There’s a comprehensive range of Bull it motorcycle jeans, right at the top of which are the Covert Evo Covec. These straight cut jeans claim to offer high levels of protection and are intended for...

Jacket review: Spada Ascent tried and tested

31 August 2023 by Jim Blackstock

The Spada Ascent is a touring/adventure style textile jacket that’s good to go whether you’re commuting through winter or taking on a round-the-world trip. There are some genuine bargains around...

Feel the breeze: Best open-face motorcycle helmets

31 August 2023 by Jim Blackstock

We’ve all seen plenty of movies and TV shows – most notably from across the Pond – where bikers wear open-face motorcycle helmets and are bathed in glorious warm sunlight as they ride care-free along...

Visor spray review: Muc-Off Premium anti-fog spray tried and tested

31 August 2023 by Jim Blackstock

Muc-Off Anti-Fog Spray is an inexpensive way to avoid misting up when wearing goggles or a helmet visor with no Pinlock option. Most riders will know by now that the best way to keep the inside of...

Apex predators: Best motorcycle knee sliders as chosen by MCN

31 August 2023 by Jim Blackstock

If you’re serious about fast riding, particularly on track, then you’ll already know you need a set of leathers; one-piece for full-on racing, though you can use two-piece for trackdays and they are a...

Getting fresh: How to wash textile motorbike kit

31 August 2023 by Jim Blackstock

It’s a fact of life that if you ride year-round or in all conditions, then you will probably need to wash your kit sooner or later. Mud, salt and road grime make a right mess of clothing. While it...

Winter warmers: Best heated motorcycle jackets and vests

31 August 2023 by Jim Blackstock

Riding in winter and unpredictable spring can be tedious – and incredibly dangerous – if riders are not adequately prepared for it. However, heated vests and motorcycle jackets are the perfect...

Youth of today: Best children's motorcycle jackets

31 August 2023 by Jim Blackstock

Just like your grown-up clothing, children’s motorcycle jackets should feature abrasion-resistant outer materials and protective armour in the key locations, including shoulders and elbows. You may...

World-class eyewear: Best motorcycle goggles

31 August 2023 by Jim Blackstock

Many riders like open-face helmets with motorcycle goggles for a variety of reasons; they like the feeling of air on their face, the bike they ride looks best with an open-face or they are off-roaders...

Lid luggage: Best motorcycle helmet bags and carriers

31 August 2023 by Jim Blackstock

Arguably your motorbike helmet is your most important bit of protective kit and it stands to reason that you should look after it. We all know that you should make sure you never drop it, but to...