More companies than ever before are making denim riding pants with abrasion resistant panels sewn in so riders who like to wear jeans on their motorcycles can be protected in an accident.
VIDEO: Bull-it Jeans for Motorcyclists offer Superior Abrasion Resistance
For many plus-sized riders like myself, finding jeans that fit well can be very difficult. I discovered that Gravitate Jeans not only fit me well, but enhances my figure.
Review: Gravitate Jeans Designed for Motorcycle Riders and Passengers
Large panniers can hold a lot, but when you live and work from the road for prolonged periods of time, they’re not enough. Rather than carrying additional items in a permanently mounted top case, I prefer to use a removable bag that I can carry as needed.
Review: Waterproof Duffle Bag for Motorcycle Travel
The large Wolfman Expedition Tank bag is designed for adventure and off-road motorcycle travel, but its features make it ideal for road riding, too, and can fit on the tanks of some cruisers for those riders who like to use tank bags. Durable, versatile, and waterproof, this bag stands up to the rigors of the road.
Review: Wolfman Expedition Tank Bag
The 2016 K-Pipe 125 from KYMCO is a 4-speed single cylinder motorcycle that’s ideal for new riders as well as those who want an easy-to-ride zippy motorcycle with which to blast around town.
VIDEO: New Beginner Motorcycle Now Available
I was excited when asked to demo the Dainese Tempest D-Dry Lady jacket and pants — meaning they were specifically cut for women — because my first solo overnight trip was coming up and I knew it would be a great couple of days to try out some new gear. The Tempest D-Dry jacket and pants are intended for three-to-four-season touring.
Review: Dainese Tempest D-Dry Lady Jacket and Pants
Since its launch in 2010, the Harley-Davidson Pink Label program has raised more than $1.8 million for donation to partner organizations offering education and support to those facing breast cancer. Check out the new items introduced this October.
Harley-Davidson Adds New Items to Pink Label Collection
This review focuses on a purpose-built motorcycle boot I discovered this summer that combines two key features I want in a boot (that I’ve yet to find in my 25 years of riding until now): a decent-heeled boot — more than 2 inches — that’s waterproof!
Review: TCX Ladies Classic Motorcycle Boot
We love to give a shout out to the companies that advertise their products on WRN, and at the time of this posting, DareDevil Durags is the latest headwrap company to showcase their stylish, practical, and super comfortable elastic band “durags” for women and men on our website. The owners were kind enough to send me a few to wear and test.
Review: Stylish Headwraps that Stay on Your Head
Racer Gloves is one of the few companies making womens specific glove styles cut to fit the smaller hand of women riders. Weve featured the companys styles before on WRN. Just released are two new styles, one womens specific for riders who want hard core protection; and a unisex style thats lightweight and designed for adventure riding.
New Glove Styles from Racer Brand