Updated January 19, 2023
Motorcycle Riding Gear Guide
Shopping for new motorcycle riding gear and unsure of where to start? You came to the right place!
Not all Gear is Created Equally
We'll help you find the right gear for your need & budget.
Why We Created This Guide
wBW was founded in 2000 on the premise that somebody needed to assess the gear that riders rely on to keep them safe. Since then, the industry has continued to grow and mature, integrating technology and new safety advances into their gear. At the same time, the rise of ecommerce and the direct-to-consumer model means that many riders are ordering their gear sight unseen.
Our hope is that this guide will help riders learn more about the gear that they are investing in, as well as find curated recommendations based on our team's experiences and judgement on the best of what's out there right now. Learn more about our team.
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The Best Motorcycle Helmets for 2023
The best lids for your noggin, organized by helmet type.
These helmets were chosen based on a compelling mix of features, safety, design, and rider experiences. Whenever possible, we link to one of our in-depth reviews that highlight our thoughts and showcase our point of view. If you are looking to learn more about what makes a great helmet, read our helmet buying guide. Also, check out our visit to SNELL, where we destroyed some helmets in the name of science (and knowledge!).
Unsure of How to Pick the Right Helmet?
Our helmet buyers guide walks you through what you need to know when choosing a helmet:
Safety - What makes a helmet safe (and how to tell)?
Your head shape - How to determine your head shape.
Helmet Types - What differentiates helmets from each other (and which is best for you)?
Read the helmet guide to get started!
The Best Motorcycle Jackets for 2023
Our recommended motorcycle jackets for this year's riding season.
Next to your helmet, your riding jacket is the most important piece of riding gear you will wear. A quality motorcycle riding jacket will be comfortable, fit well, and be made from durable synthetic materials or leather. In addition to safety, motorcycle jackets are a great way to express your style and compliment the look of your bike.
Unsure of How to Pick the Right Jacket?
Our motorcycle jacket buyer's guide calls out the important aspects of a motorcycle jacket, including:
Materials - How what a jacket's made of affects its fit & protection.
Jacket type & use case - What jacket should you wear when?
Impact & abrasion resistance - What protection really means.
The Best Motorcycle Gloves for 2023
Our recommended gloves to protect your digits.
Your fingers, palms, and wrists are very fragile and don’t hold up well to any kind of crash. Gloves provide considerable protection, including reinforced construction and integrated abrasion-resistant armor. Plus, gloves enhance long-term riding comfort. After all, who doesn’t appreciate a good pair of heated gloves on an early-fall ride?
Unsure of How to Pick the Right Gloves?
Our motorcycle glove buyer's guide goes deep on what makes your gloves an important (and effective) addition to your riding gear.
Motorcycle glove types & styles
How to find the right fit
What materials to consider (& why)
Ready to double down on your digits? Read our gloves buyer's guide!
The Best Motorcycle Pants for 2023
A good pair of riding pants might save your ass one day!
Your pants have two important jobs: keep you comfortable and withstand a slide on asphalt, pavement, and gravel. Modern motorcycle riding pants incorporate abrasion-resistant material, body armor, and clever ventilation to improve your riding comfort in addition to providing considerable protection.
Need Help Picking the Right Pants?
Oft overlooked, riding pants are the real MVP of your two-wheeled protective life. Our motorcycle pants guide will help you find the right threads!
Motorcycle pants types & styles
How to find the right fit
What materials to consider (& why)
Ready to get a leg up? Read our motorcycle pants buyer's guide!
The Best Motorcycle Boots for 2023
Inesting in foot, toe, and ankle protection is a smart idea!
Motorcycle riding gear’s main objective is to prevent serious injury, specifically by providing abrasion resistance and reinforcing armor at joints and key contact points. Boots go a step further and provide ankle stability and additional grip, offering protection while making it easier to operate the gear shifter and rear brake lever.
Unsure of How to Pick the Right Boots?
Our motorcycle boots buyer's guide will help you dip your toes in the basics of how a riding boot protects you (and what you should look for when choosing a pair).
The different types of riding boots
Finding boots that fit
How a boot protects your foot
Read our boots buyer's bible now!
The Best Motorcycle Cameras & Intercoms for 2023
Safely stay connected while you ride and enjoy in-helmet audio streaming (music + navigation), rider-to-rider intercoms, and bluetooth connectivity.
In-helmet audio, rider-to-rider communications, and hands-free connectivity are what modern motorcycle intercoms are all about. Modern motorcycle cameras are also more prevalent in the form of bike or helmet-mounted action cameras, motorcycle-mounted "dash cams", and hybrid intercom/camera devices. Whether you're just out to enjoy the ride or are wanting a device to help you create new content, the best contemporary motorcycle cameras and intercoms are represented here!
