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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...

A feminine fit: Best women's motorcycle jackets

31 August 2023 by Maria Martin

Choosing a women’s motorcycle jacket can be an extremely subjective thing. What one rider may deem appropriate, another rider may grimace at. It all depends on the purpose – let’s face it, an...

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...

Retro practicality: Best waxed cotton motorcycle jackets

31 August 2023 by Jim Blackstock

There was a time that there were only a couple of ways to keep water out of your riding jacket. One was to make it from leather (cows are, after all, waterproof) and the second was to make it from...

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...

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: 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...

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...

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 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...

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...

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...

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...

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.

Best motorcycle jackets | Tested kit for every rider, whatever you ride

31 August 2023 by Charlotte King

After a helmet, the most well known piece of kit that bikers wear is a good motorcycle jacket. Motorcyclists have been wearing leather jackets ever since riders first discovered that cow hide was...

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...

Best summer motorcycle trousers | These heat wave heroes will keep you cool as a cucumber

31 August 2023 by Jim Blackstock

While multi-season textile jackets, with various detachable linings and waterproof membranes, are now commonplace, finding a pair of the best summer motorcycle trousers with plenty of ventilation...

Ride fast? Then read our list of the best motorcycle leathers!

31 August 2023 by Jim Blackstock

There’s a reason motorcycle racers wear leather suits; it’s the most abrasion-resistant material you can get (either real or synthetic for those who prefer their motorcycling cruelty-free), so...

Down and dirty: Best adventure bike trousers

31 August 2023 by Jim Blackstock

When we looked at adventure motorcycle jackets, we established that they have a wide range of requirements; keep you protected from falls and weather while also allowing your body to dissipate sweat...

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...

Fabulous fabrics: Best textile motorcycle trousers

31 August 2023 by Justin Hayzelden

Getting the best textile motorcycle trousers to go with your textile jacket is a key element of sorting your motorcycling kit. Many manufacturers will produce a matching pair of trousers – or or...

Mist opportunity | Best anti-fog products for your motorcycle helmet visor

31 August 2023 by Jim Blackstock

Riding in wet conditions or exerting yourself at slow speed off-road can lead to your motorbike helmet‘s visor or goggles steaming up – which is where anti-fog products come into play. Arguably the...

Premium bond: The best laminated motorcycle trousers

31 August 2023 by Jim Blackstock

As with textile motorcycle jackets, the features and materials of laminated motorcycle trousers are becoming increasingly sophisticated, with the latest laminated versions being the most recent...

Look after your lid: Best motorcycle helmet maintenance products

31 August 2023 by Jim Blackstock

Helmet maintenance products are often overlooked by bikers, even though a motorcycle helmet is one of the most important – and expensive – investments you can make. It needs to be cleaned,...

Spiny subject: Best motorcycle back protectors for road and trackdays

31 August 2023 by Jim Blackstock

We constantly talk about protective kit and how it is available for every condition, every journey and every style of bike. And one of the most important areas after a crash helmet to protect your...

Perfect pants: Best motorcycle trousers as chosen by MCN

31 August 2023 by Jim Blackstock

Just like any other part of your motorcycle riding gear, choosing the best motorcycle trousers is crucial to make sure that you are properly protected but also, are as comfortable as possible. Your...

Smart crashual: Best motorcycle shirts and hoodies

31 August 2023 by Jim Blackstock

Motorbike hoodies are a great way to stay comfortable and look casual on the road without sacrificing safety. There are times when you don’t want to feel too ‘bikey’. You might be heading to an...

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...

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...

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...

Beat the chill: Best winter motorcycle jackets as chosen by MCN

31 August 2023 by Jim Blackstock

There are two very obvious requirements for a winter motorcycle jacket; it needs to keep you warm, and it needs to keep you dry. Numerous jackets can do one or the other but for winter, you need both...

Visor spray review: Nikwax Visor Proof tried and tested

31 August 2023 by Jim Blackstock

Nikwax Visor Proof works by forcing the water on your helmet to band together so that the droplets get big and heavy enough to run off. Now most helmet visors will do this though you may need to...

Top-spec textiles: Best laminated motorcycle jackets

31 August 2023 by Jim Blackstock

With motorcycling textiles becoming ever more sophisticated and littered with technical jargon, it’s sometimes confusing trying to understand what’s available and laminated motorcycle jackets are one...

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...