Bike Kit

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Stand out from the crowd: Best hi viz motorbike kit

31 August 2023 by MCN

There’s no doubt that if you want to be seen on your motorcycle, then wearing and using hi viz motorbike kit is the way to go. It does what it says on the tin; high visibility. It means you stand...

Woven winners: Best sporty textile motorcycle jackets

31 August 2023 by Jim Blackstock

While leather can offer the highest levels of protection rating, a sporty textile jacket can come close and add functionality such as breathability alongside waterproofing (generally mutually...

City slickers: Best jet motorcycle helmets

31 August 2023 by Jim Blackstock

Jet motorcycle helmets are the best helmets to feel the freedom you get from an open face without sacrificing all the safety. For many, the feeling of wearing an open-face motorcycle helmet and the...

Hit the dirt: Best enduro helmets as picked by MCN

31 August 2023 by Jim Blackstock

If you’re an off-roader, then the chances are that somewhere along the line, you’ll decide you want a proper off-road enduro helmet. That’s not to say that adventure-style helmets are not for you –...

Best motorcycle airbag protection | Bags for life

31 August 2023 by Jim Blackstock

Motorcycle airbag vests were once the preserve of factory riders, but these days there are affordable systems available from lots of manufacturers and with various payment models. The development...

Best women's motorcycle leggings and jeans

31 August 2023 by Justin Hayzelden

The market for women’s motorcycle gear has been growing steadily in recent years, giving female bikers a wider choice both in terms of fit and protection. MCN’s guide to the best women’s motorcycle...

Safety in style: Best casual textile motorcycle jackets

31 August 2023 by Jim Blackstock

Casual textile motorcycle jackets offer all the comfort and style of a fashion garment but also carry some level of proper protection to the rider. Sometimes, you want the full-length protection...

Next-gen safety: Best kids’ motorbike helmets

31 August 2023 by Jim Blackstock

A kids’ motorbike helmet should be the very first thing on your mind before you let your little one loose on a motorbike for the first time. Most parents would put their children’s safety and...

Best summer motorcycle jackets | keep your cool

31 August 2023 by Charlotte King

Everyone loves riding in the summer. The sun’s out, the temperature is up, and the beach is a perfect ride away – what can be better than a blast to the seaside for fish and chips or an ice cream.

Go exploring: Best adventure motorcycle jackets

31 August 2023 by Jim Blackstock

Adventure motorcycle jackets tend to have several traits in common; they usually have a textile construction, plenty of ventilation, a waterproof layer of some kind and lots of handy...

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...

The best off-road motorcycle tyres

18 August 2023 by Jim Blackstock

If you want to ride off-road, you will need to have a dirt bike. To make the most of that, you would need a set of the best off-road motorcycle tyres. Adventure-sport tyres offer a marginal degree of...

The best motorcycle neck warmers you need in all weathers

17 August 2023 by Jim Blackstock

Motorcycle neck warmers or neck tubes are an essential bit of kit. Whether you want to stop your neck getting cold in winter (as well as prevent draughts going down into your jacket or up into your...

Insta360 ONE RS review

17 August 2023 by Jim Blackstock

The Insta360 ONE RS is a supercharged replacement for the One R – one of the most interesting action cameras on the market. Switching things up with a unique module option, the R gives you the...

RAM Mount Quick-Grip XL phone holder review

17 August 2023 by Adam Binnie

The RAM Mount Quick-Grip XL Phone Holder is a motorcycle phone holder that offers a strong and simple way to mount a smartphone on your motorbike handlebars. There are lots of options on the market...

RAM mount tough charge review: no plugging in, baby!

17 August 2023 by Adam Binnie

The RAM Mount Tough Charge is a motorcycle phone holder with a trick up its sleeve. It can charge your phone wirelessly as you ride.We’ve previously evangelised about RAM’s clever ball and socket...

TomTom Rider 550 review: a great standalone sat nav

17 August 2023 by Jim Blackstock

The TomTom Rider 550 is a purpose-built, standalone motorcycle sat nav that clamps onto your handlebars or an accessory bar and gives clear navigation instructions through its waterproof, colour...

Quad Lock motorcycle smartphone mount review

17 August 2023 by Jim Blackstock

The Quad Lock Motorcycle Smartphone Mount offers bikers a way to use their smartphone as a sat nav – giving a wide choice of navigation software options without having to fork out for a standalone sat...

Ultimateaddons phone Case and mount review

17 August 2023 by Jim Blackstock

This Ultimateaddons Phone Case and Mount smartphone holder is the perfect accessory for those who want to use their phone as a sat nav. Many riders like to use their smartphones as a motorbike sat...

Flare Isolate Pro earplugs review

17 August 2023 by Jim Blackstock

These Flare Isolate Pro earplugs offer a reusable solution to helmet wind noise and engine noise that costs more than disposable alternatives but lasts much longer and takes a more technical...

Akaso EK7000 Pro review - 4K action cam tested

17 August 2023 by Jim Blackstock

They say that imitation is the best form of flattery and when it comes to action cameras like the Akaso EK7000 Pro, that is most definitely true. There are numerous inexpensive action cams around that...

FLM Stormchaser waterproofs review

17 August 2023 by Jim Blackstock

These FLM Stormchaser waterproofs have unfortunately been dropped from FLM’s range, but there are still some around and they are worth the effort in trying to find, as they work incredibly well and...

GoPro Hero 10 Review - one of the best way to record your rides

17 August 2023 by Jim Blackstock

Action cameras like the GoPro Hero 10 are compact, full of features and incredible sturdy – and this latest version from GoPro replaces their market-leading Hero 9 version, and makes for a perfect...

Best heated motorcycle clothing - tips to stay toasty!

17 August 2023 by Jim Blackstock

Heated motorcycle clothing uses an electrical current either from a battery or your bike to generate heat and keep you warm as you ride. Its killer quality is that it actively generates heat and so...

Almax Immobiliser Series VI chain review

17 August 2023 by Jim Blackstock

When it comes to motorcycle security, this Almax Immobiliser Series VI Chain and padlock combination from Almax is indeed a behemoth. It is a 1.85m long chain made of links formed from 25mm wire –...

Squire motorcycle lock and chain review

17 August 2023 by Jim Blackstock

This Squire motorcycle lock and chain offers a way to lock up your bike at home. The 16mm chain is paired with Squire’s Boron-coated SS50 CS padlock for an impressive combination. It’s a sad fact...

Fluster thieves with our pick of the best motorcycle alarms

17 August 2023 by Jim Blackstock

We’ve said before that creating layers of security around your bike are key to helping prevent it from being stolen – and a motorbike alarm can be a great additional layer. A disc lock will stop a...

Secure on the move! It's our best portable motorcycle locks

17 August 2023 by Jim Blackstock

Portable motorcycle locks are a great way to keep your bike safe when you’re out and about without lugging a 20kg+ chain around with you. Motorbike theft costs the industry millions every year through...

Gear up to capture your adventure with the best motorcycle helmet cameras

17 August 2023 by Jim Blackstock

Modern digital action cameras such as GoPros can be great tools for bikers, especially when used as motorcycle helmet cameras. But there’s so many different types of action camera available, and at...

Xena Alarmed disc lock review

17 August 2023 by Jim Blackstock

This Xena disc lock is incredibly strong and compact and can often fit under the seat or certainly, in a pannier, topbox or tankbag (this one lives in a pannier on my Himalayan permanently and I use...

Best garage door locks and security | Lock it, don't lose it!

17 August 2023 by Jim Blackstock

It’s almost universally agreed that the best defence against bike theft and the most secure way of storing your motorcycle is a locked garage – but even then you need to consider additional garage...

Garmin Zumo XT review - the sophisticated sat nav

17 August 2023 by Jim Blackstock

The Garmin Zumo XT sat nav has been around for a wee while and is one of two major standalone motorcycle sat navs for motorcycles. While the other sat nav is based on years of use and experience, the...

These motorcycle lever locks are a great extra layer of protection when you're out and about

17 August 2023 by Jim Blackstock

Motorcycle security is best applied in layers, starting with something easy like a motorcycle lever lock for a quick stop and building up to heavy locks and chains that will help protect your bike...

The best motorcycle GPS trackers to help find stolen bikes

17 August 2023 by Jim Blackstock

With all the different motorcycle GPS trackers on the market, it can be difficult to find the right one for your needs. To help you decide, we at MCN have come up with this list of motorcycle security...

Protect your hearing on the go with the best motorcycle earplugs

17 August 2023 by Jim Blackstock

Whichever way you look at it, riding motorbikes is a noisy business, so motorcycle earplugs are generally considered to be a good idea. Sustained exposure to a continuous loud noise can seriously...

Capture your ride | These motorcycle dashcams don't miss a thing and could prove your innocence

17 August 2023 by Jim Blackstock

In recent years, motorcycle dashcams (the term is best used as a generic one for on-vehicle video recording) have taken off enormously, primarily as a result of a swathe of cash-for-crash accidents,...