Motorcyclists notice bad jackets. We notice how they don’t keep us warm enough when the sun goes down, or how eventually the rain seeps through at the shoulders before making a puddle around our torso ...

This article was updated in March 2025 with new products and information. As a wise man once told me, there are no fender-benders when riding a motorcycle. Without a steel cage surrounding you, ...

Leather and motorcycles go hand-in-hand. From the original leather jackets popularized in the 1950s to the high-tech suits worn in modern grand prix racing, there’s a reason that leather remains the ...

Summer has arrived in full force in many parts of the country. And that great motorcycle jacket you use for year-round riding may not be optimal for heat and humidity. If you’re looking for the best ...

Gear-obsessed editors choose every product we review. We may earn commission if you buy from a link. Why Trust Us? Though you may not have a cross-country camping trip or flat track race on the ...

From Testing Abrasion Resistance to Trying To Look Cool, We Get Hands On to Review Motorcycle Jackets In Order to Help You Pick The Right One for Your Riding Style Every rider is different and every ...

If you're looking for a relatively lightweight alternative to a mesh jacket, the Zodiac may be it. Smooth styling, robust metal zippers, lots of vents and decent armor are combined with a comfortable, ...

Manuel has ridden all kinds of bikes, from American Harleys to British cruisers and Japanese superbikes. Not only does he ride motorcycles and write about them, but he also builds and customizes them ...

A multi-generational family business is the driving force behind the iconic leather motorcycle jacket. It's an American classic that seemingly never goes out of style. CBS News' Vladimir Duthiers ...

As most seasoned riders will tell you, it’s not a matter of if you fall off, it’s a matter of when. For a long time, this wasn’t something I wanted to believe. But I was forced to when I came helmet ...

Riding a motorcycle in wet weather is no fun. But sometimes it’s necessary if you’re stuck in traffic during a deluge or trying to get to that next motel while out touring. The best wet weather ...