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The Best Motorcycle Rainsuits
One-piece waterproofs are a favourite for riders for know they’re going to be spending a lot of time in the saddle getting rained on. Fortunately for us, when it’s raining and we’re on the bike, unlike the image above, we...
The Best Heated Motorcycle Gloves
If you’ve been out on your bike in the cold and wet, you’ll know it’s torture on your hands. Not only does it make for a less enjoyable (and that’s an understatement!) ride but it can be dangerous if you’re...
The Best Winter Motorcycle Gloves
There are two areas you want your winter motorbike gloves to excel in: they have to be warm and they have to be waterproof. If they let you down in one of these departments, they’re as good as useless. If...gear
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The Best Tents for Bikers
If you’re planning on touring and considering a night or two under the stars, finding a decent tent that’s compact enough to transport on a motorbike can be tough. Not only do you have the standard tent construction to consider...
Best Motorcycle Anti-Fog Treatments
Whether it’s hot or cold outside or you’re breathing too heavily and sweating, just like your car windscreen, visors get fogged up. For us bikers, this happens most often in the winter, when the cold air outside cools your visor...
Every Motorcycle Exhaust Manufacturer
We’ve gathered together a list of all the motorcycle exhaust manufacturers from around the world with exhausts that you can buy in the UK. Either they’re manufactured in the UK or they’re imported by the company’s official importer or distributor...Boots
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The Best Gore-Tex Motorcycle Boots
If you’re looking for Gore-Tex motorcycle boots, it’s probably because you don’t like wet feet. Gore-Tex is the name in waterproof breathable membranes. It’s a quality material and Gore don’t let just anyone use it; the products using Gore-Tex have...
The Best Waterproof Motorcycle Boots
That horrible feeling when the first drops of water start making their way into your boot and the realisation that there’s no going back. Squelchy wet feet for the rest of the day? Just what you didn’t want. Summer motorcycle...
Ladies Motorcycle Boots Guide
Without digging ourselves into a hole, women have a certain soft spot for shoes that men don’t understand. Looking for the perfect pair of ladies motorcycle boots is no exception and comes with even more difficulties. If you’re on the...Clothing
See all articlesThe Best Motorcycle Rainsuits
One-piece waterproofs are a favourite for riders for know they’re going to be spending a lot of time in the saddle getting rained on. Fortunately for us, when it’s raining and we’re on the bike, unlike the image above, we...
Heated Motorcycle Vests and Jackets Guide
When it comes to staying warm on the bike, heated grips seem like the best choice but if you haven’t considered a heated jacket or heated vest, you’re missing out. Heated grips are good, they can lower the sensation that...
The Best Gore-Tex Motorcycle Jackets
A Gore-Tex motorcycle jacket is a solid option if you want to stay dry, warm and protected from the elements. Sure, they cost more than the average waterproof motorcycle jacket but that’s because they’re arguably made with better materials. Gore,...Electronics
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The Best Motorcycle Headlight Bulbs
There are a variety of different headlight bulbs on the market, including various attachments, wattage, and colouring. Getting the correct bulbs is essential to keep your bike road legal and preventing any damage to your headlights and wiring. As every...
The Best Motorcycle Trackers
According to The Office of National Statistics, there were 41,000 motorcycles and scooters stolen between April 2017 and March 2018. That’s over 100 motorcycles stolen in the UK, every day. Sadly, just like in previous years, it’s unlikely that even...
The Best Motorcycle Dash Cams
You know and I know that motorcycles don’t really have a dash and yet the term ‘motorcycle dash camera’ is a thing people refer to. It’s because these onboard continuously recording cameras started off in the car world where they...Gloves
See all articlesThe Best Heated Motorcycle Gloves
If you’ve been out on your bike in the cold and wet, you’ll know it’s torture on your hands. Not only does it make for a less enjoyable (and that’s an understatement!) ride but it can be dangerous if you’re...The Best Winter Motorcycle Gloves
There are two areas you want your winter motorbike gloves to excel in: they have to be warm and they have to be waterproof. If they let you down in one of these departments, they’re as good as useless. If...
Women’s Motorcycle Gloves
Don’t settle for a small set of men’s motorcycle gloves. Women’s motorcycle gloves are made specifically for women – they’re not just the same gloves with girly colour schemes. Our review criteria We set stringent review criteria for this women’s...Helmets
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The Best Budget Flip Up Motorcycle Helmets
If you’re touring or riding around the city, a flip-up helmet is a great option. You don’t have to remove your helmet when you’re filling up with petrol, you can easily speak to other riders at the lights and you...
Best Open Face Motorcycle Helmet
Over on that there continent, they love an open face helmet but here in the UK, they’re just not as popular. Perhaps it’s our weather or the fact that we’re not a scooter-loving nation. Or maybe we don’t feel we...
Pink Motorcycle Helmets Showcase
A lot of people picture us motorcyclists adorned in black from head to toe. Dull, boring, and hard to see on the road. Luckily, modern motorcycle gear includes flashes of colour to combat this. Visibility is key and what better...Luggage
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The Best Motorcycle Rucksacks
As bikers, we know that we don’t have the ability to just lob our stuff on the passenger seat and get going – carrying things requires a bit of preparation. There are various ways to carry our wares on a...
Motorcycle Tank Bag Buying Guide
A tank bag is a good way to lug your stuff on the bike. It keeps the weight more central than a tail pack and – unlike a rucksack – it means you don’t have to worry about carrying anything...
Showcase: Top Motorcycle Bum Bags
They go by many names, bum bags, waist bags or if you’re from across the pond, fanny pack but for carrying small essentials, they’re an excellent accessory for motorcycling. If you’re off touring, a bum bag is a handy bit...Maintenance
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Eco-Friendly Motorcycle Cleaning Products
If you want to do your bit for the environment, there is a growing range of motorcycle cleaning and maintenance products that are eco-friendly. By eco-friendly we mean products that are biodegradable or free from synthetic chemicals, made from natural...
Home Motorcycle Garage Guide
If you’re lucky enough to have a garage, the chances are it looks like the picture above. Perhaps not stuffed with quite so many Ducatis but bursting with crap nonetheless. This is not the dream motorcycle garage that you wanted....
Biker’s Guide to Winter
There aren’t many bikers who like winter. Either you have to ride through it because your bike is your main form of transport or you just don’t want to expose your pride and joy to road crud and therefore you...Protection
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Motorcycle Airbag Options
Motorcycle airbag vests are no longer the future; they’re the present. They’re affordable, accessible and there’s lots of proof that they work. Airbags are still relatively new to motorcycling but they are well established in equestrian circles, where riders are...
Motorcycle Neck Brace Guide
Neck braces are popular in the world of Motocross, extreme rallies like the Dakar and to an extent Trials and greenlaning but for some reason they’re not that common on the roads or race tracks. You rarely see a pro-MX...
The Best Motorcycle Chest Protectors
If you’re considering a track day, there’s no better experience than pushing yourself to achieve the ultimate performance from your bike and your riding skills. It goes without saying that even the most experienced riders can come off from time...Security
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The Best Motorcycle Sheds
Your motorbike is more than a mere bus replacement service. It’s your pride and joy and it deserves to be protected from the elements and scummy thieving scrotes. If you don’t keep it secure, you might find yourself on the...
The Best Alarm Disc Lock
An alarmed disc lock is a great bit of security. Not only does it prevent opportunist bike thieves from just snapping your steering lock and pushing your bike away but it also makes a racket, meaning the thieves either carry...
The Best Alarms for Sheds
For any motorcyclist, protecting your bike is a priority, and with the increase in bike thefts, people are becoming more vigilant. Any insurance company will tell you, keeping your bike in a locked garage overnight reduces the risk of theft....Bikes
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ULEZ Motorcycles Guide
What is ULEZ? ULEZ stands for Ultra Low Emission Zone. Most vehicles must meet the ULEZ emissions standards or pay a fee. It was designed to deter air-polluting vehicles from entering the zone, to help improve air quality. How much...
Types of Motorbikes with Pictures
If you’re new to biking or thinking about getting a motorbike, there’s a lot to take on and it can be confusing. One of the best places to start is to work out what sort of bike makes you think...
Motorcycle Storage in the UK
There are loads of reasons why you might need a secure storage facility for your motorcycle. You might be looking for a garage to keep your pride and joy away from the elements during winter or longer-term storage for your...Experiences
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USA Motorcycle Rental Companies
It’s one of those motorcycle bucket list experiences; riding a Harley on Route 66. But it goes without saying, throughout the vast and varied landscape of America, there are so many great roads to ride, sights to see and towns...
UK Motorcycle Track Day Bike Hire Companies
If you’d like to do a trackday but you don’t have a track bike, then why not hire one? In fact, you might already have a track bike or a suitable road bike but you just can’t be bothered with...
